A Pre-Civil War barn in Landenberg has been transformed into a stunning rural retreat that seamlessly combines luxury with rustic character, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine.

The home is filled with original details together with modern comforts. The original oak posts and beams are still in place with the first and second floors also featuring striking reclaimed wide-plank heart pine floors. The level of care during the renovation is highlighted by the internal doors, salvaged from a 150-year-old monastery in Baltimore.

The airy open-plan main floor includes a main living area, top-flight kitchen and a comfortable family room. A huge deck overlooks the pool and the White Clay preserve, while the bedrooms on the upper floor feel amazingly spacious with ceilings reaching up to 45 feet.  

A home of this size would ordinarily have huge heating and cooling costs, but its eco-friendly design includes specialized windows and spray foam insulation. In case of a power failure, the house also comes with a backup generator that can provide electricity for the entire house if needed.

This gorgeous home at 760 Chambers Rock Rd. in Landenberg, is listed by Laird Bunch and Jack Clough from Brandywine Fine Properties Sotheby’s International Realty for $1,495,000.

Read more about this unique rural retreat at Philadelphia Magazine here, and check out previous VISTA Today House of the Week profiles here.