1293 Eagle Rd, New Hope, PA 18938

The Andrew Downing house is a farmhouse reproduction built by master craftsman Bruce T. Lesser in 1998. This home is situated in Upper Makefield at a location that is steeped in history and surrounded by over 150 acres of preserved open space.nAdjacent to London Purchase Farm, across the road from the Revolutionary War hospital (Antrobus Farm) and abutting the open space of Tory Ponds and Doan Hollow, this location is filled with wildlife and peaceful serenity.nThis home offers three levels of living space, along with a stairway to a fourth level. The stately front entrance is flanked by custom woodwork and lanterns. The tall dining room windows face the circular driveway, giving a welcoming feeling to family and guests. Ceiling medallions are prominent in the home. The formal living/music room has a coffered ceiling that supports the acoustics of the 9 foot ceilings.nThe main floor study has built-in shelves and cabinets with a double pocket door to the living room and a glass French door to the back hallway. The family room has a 9 foot ceiling that cascades to 14 feet at the gas fireplace with custom over mantle. The fireplace is framed by two tall windows with plantation shutters overlooking the spring house in the back yard. A private balcony is accessible from the family room through a double French door where the beautiful sunset can be appreciated.nThe kitchen suite includes an eating area with a wall of windows, open access to the family room, double French doors to