112 ALLEN Lane, Drums

About This Property

Price Reduced!! Situated upon one of the highest points in Pa. in an exclusive neighborhood sits one of the most magnificent estates ever created! The property encompasses over an acre of land and affords all the seclusion one could ever hope for. This two level, 2560 square foot custom home is constructed entirely of hand cut conglomerate stone with a 1700 square foot outside deck which wraps around the house offering a 270 degree view of the surrounding mountains and the historic Butler Valley, along with nighttime city lights twinkling softly in the distance. The exterior stonework finish came from the very mountain that this residence was built on. Despite it's private location, it is very conveniently located close to all amenities including golf courses, shopping, and only minutes from the intersection of interstates 80 & 81. Featured as the "The Showcase Home" in Unique Homes Magazine in the April 1990 issue, this property was designed and built by the uniquely talented owner, Eugene Casole. People have often admired and contemplated the effort and vision it took to create this masterpiece. It is truly one of a kind! This home is surrounded by hundreds of yards of terraced concrete and conglomerate rock walls with gardens that are guaranteed to take your breath away. At the entrance stands a solid masonry Gothic arch about 25 feet tall that is reinforced with steel cables which stabilize the archway. In addition, there are thousands of feet of steel cabling running throughout all of the masonry walls on the property. A veritable fortress which could not be duplicated at a reasonable cost today! . The home contains a wood paneled 18' x 22' master bedroom with a large walk in closet, a stone fireplace with mantle,and a master bath with a Mosaic tile floor. There are two additional bedrooms, both with ample closet space. The upper level also offers a separate powder room . The 17' x 17' living room is also wood paneled, boasts an angled wood beamed ceiling, and a stone accent wall. The 17' by 17' dining room offers French doors opening to the wrap around deck offering gorgeous views of the mountains and a second fireplace finished with an Ohio Bluestone mantle. Both fireplaces are equipped with gas inserts. The kitchen benefits from a southern exposure which keeps it warm throughout the winter. Custom Oak cabinets, Mosaic tile flooring and angled beamed ceiling grace the large eat in, 13' by 17', kitchen. A second fully equipped Oak kitchen is on the lower level, as well as, a living room/bedroom with a view of the valley below. It contains many closets and cabinets for storage, plus there is an additional walk in closet. There is an ample built in, one car garage with tons of additional storage, as well. The stone walls around the exterior of this estate are all made of the same conglomerate rock and are exceptionally well constructed and all have custom concrete caps topped with beautiful lighting. At night. the built in lanterns make the estate look iIke a showplace! The sky is yours from sunrise to sunset in this totally unique spot. Enjoy the apple orchard, and flowers, and the rare trees. The gardens were designed by uniquely qualified individual to make sure something is always in bloom! The home is home to dozens of types of birds many of which return every year to nest again atop their mountain.The temperature is always cool and frequent breezes make for very pleasant days. An artesian well provides all the purest of water you will ever desire. All utilities are underground. One of a kind is an understatement, so come and preview this fine property!!!

This property has sold and is no longer on the market. This is an older sale on record (February 2016), not a recent one — values in this market have moved since. It sold for $240,000 in February 2016. For recent comparable sales on this street and what they mean for your own property, contact us directly. Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Poggi, REALTORS.