5 Mercer Gate DriveDoylestown, PA 18901

Description

Welcome to 5 Mercer Gate Drive, an exceptional custom estate set on 1.9 serene acres in one of Doylestown’s most desirable settings. Offering an extraordinary blend of luxury, privacy, craftsmanship, and effortless living, this remarkable residence is just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and amenities of Downtown Doylestown. A sweeping circular driveway framed by Belgian block curbing creates an impressive approach to this distinctive R. Dratch custom-built residence, where thoughtful design and refined details are evident throughout. With 7 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, the home offers exceptional flexibility for everyday living, entertaining, extended family, and guests, while expansive windows capture beautiful views of the surrounding landscape from virtually every room. Every aspect of this residence reflects quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design, from the oversized three-car garage and rich, site-sanded hardwood floors to the extensive custom carpentry found throughout. Additional luxury features include an elevator providing convenient access to all levels, whole-house sound system, lawn irrigation system, and motorized chandelier lift for effortless maintenance. At the heart of the home is an impressive chef’s kitchen, beautifully appointed with quartz countertops, custom inset cabinetry, a 48-inch Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, and a Dacor commercial six-burner range. An oversized walk-in pantry with built-in shelving provides exceptional storage. The open-concept design flows naturally into the family room and spectacular sunroom, creating an ideal setting for both intimate gatherings and grand-scale entertaining. The sunroom, with its soaring cathedral ceiling and two walls of windows, brings the beauty of the surrounding property indoors. An expansive 8-foot sliding glass door from the kitchen opens directly to the large outdoor deck and patio, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The inviting family room features a wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, and a wet bar, while the elegant dining room showcases 11+ foot ceilings and stunning new lighting. The first-floor Owner’s Suite is a private retreat, featuring two walk-in closets, dual vanity and water closet areas, and a luxurious spa-inspired shower. A separate family entrance leads into an exceptionally spacious mudroom, complete with a large walk-in closet and dedicated laundry room. French doors with transom windows open to a sophisticated private office, highlighted by hardwood floors and a gas fireplace. Upstairs, five large bedrooms, all with grand closets and three additional baths provide abundant accommodations for family and guests. The fully finished walk-out lower level dramatically expands the living space, offering a spacious great room, exercise room, game room, additional finished rooms for flexible use, and a private bedroom with full bath featuring wide doorways for accessibility. Abundant windows and two full-size sliding doors fill the lower level with natural light and provide direct access to the expansive patio. Outdoor living is truly exceptional. The patio is anchored by a striking stone wood-burning fireplace with built-in pizza oven, complemented by a separate fire pit—creating an inviting destination for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying memorable evenings surrounded by the peaceful landscape. This extraordinary property offers a rare combination of privacy, luxury, and versatility, all in an exceptional location just minutes from Doylestown Borough’s renowned shops, restaurants, schools, and cultural attractions, with convenient access to Routes 202, 622, and 263. Award-winning Central Bucks School District.

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Structure type

House

Year built

2001

Living area

6,744 Sq Ft

Lot size

1.90 acres

Lot dimensions

0.00 x 0.00

Garage spaces

3

Parking spaces

13

Zoning

R1

Days on market

1

MLS^® Listing#

PABU2131746

Property Features

Interior

Central Vacuum · Eat-in Kitchen · Bar · Cedar Closet(s) · Ceiling Fan(s) · Elevator · Kitchen Island · Pantry · Recessed Lighting · Walk-In Closet(s) · Built-in Features · Crown Molding

Exterior

Lighting

Appliances

Range · Oven · Gas Range · Gas Oven · Cooktop · Gas Water Heater · Built-In Range · Dishwasher · Exhaust Fan · Humidifier · Ice Maker · Refrigerator · Microwave · ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances · Water Purifier

Cooling

Central Air · Ceiling Fan(s) · Electric

Heating

Exhaust Fan · Natural Gas · Forced Air · Hot Water · Radiant

Flooring

Carpet · Wood · Ceramic Tile · Hardwood

Fireplace

Gas · Wood Burning · Stone

Basement

Full

Pool

None

Parking

Oversized · Garage Door Opener · Circular Driveway · Garage · Driveway · Inside Entrance · Attached

Laundry

Laundry Room · Main Level

Patio

Deck · Patio

Fencing

Other

Lot features

Irregular Lot · Cul-De-Sac · Private · Secluded · Few Trees · Back Yard

Construction

Frame

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Roof

Shake

Windows

Skylight(s) · Window Coverings · Double Pane Windows · Bay Window(s) · Window Treatments

Security

Security System · Security Lights

Utilities

Cable Available · Natural Gas Available

Sewer

Private Sewer

Water source

Well

Rooms

Schools

Elementary

KUTZ

Middle

LENAPE

High

CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL WEST

District

CENTRAL BUCKS

Financial Details

HOA

$1,400 / AnnuallyAssociation: MERCER GATE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Annual taxes

$17,476Tax year 2019

Assessed value

$108,600

Parcel number

09-022-079-027

Directions

FromDoylestown Take Green Street and turn left onto Cherry Lane. Take the first right onto Mercer Gate Drive. Property on Left.