782 Mount Penn Rd, Reading, PA 19607

Welcome to "Hickory Stick", a beautifully renovated 1881 stone schoolhouse thoughtfully transformed into a distinctive private residence on 4.13 acres in Cumru Township. This meticulously-kept home features five bedrooms, four baths, a private in-law suite, three fireplaces, an in-ground pool, grotto with fountain, fenced in garden, a creek view and four garage spaces. The property blends remarkable history with the comfort and flexibility of modern living. The property was formally recognized by the Berks County Conservancy as a Berks County Historic Site in 1983. The original one-room schoolhouse remains the heart of the home. Tall windows, refinished wood floors, timber framing, and stained glass create a dramatic and inviting main living space, anchored by one of the home's three fireplaces. Look overhead and you will find one of Hickory Stick's most special details: intricate beam stenciling hand-painted by local Shillington artist Clinton Shilling. A rustic staircase and overlooking loft further preserve the unmistakable character of the former schoolroom. The renovated kitchen brings a fresh, functional counterpoint to the home's historic architecture, pairing gray cabinetry, quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances with exposed stone and ceiling beams. An adjoining dining area offers room to gather while warming up by the fireplace, sliding door access to the patio all decorated with a warm neutral palette that allows its historic architectural details to tak