September 14, 2026
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Merrick Farm (21 Merrick Dr, Newtown, PA 18940) is a three-acre estate in Upper Makefield overlooking preserved farmland and located about an hour from Manhattan.
Beyond luxury lies rarity. Merrick Farm is a legacy estate whose extraordinary craftsmanship, architectural integrity, and uncompromising execution place it among a class of residences that are simply irreplaceable.
Privately positioned on three acres in Upper Makefield and overlooking preserved farmland, this extraordinary Bucks County estate is only one hour from Manhattan, representing a remarkable convergence of timeless architecture, uncompromising craftsmanship, and sophisticated modern engineering.
Custom designed by Gacek Design Group and constructed by renowned luxury builder Worthington Shagen, the residence was conceived with an attention to material, proportion and detail rarely encountered in contemporary construction boasting a reproduction value north of 18M in today's market.
The Georgian-inspired residence is clad in hand-selected eight-inch stone and topped by a genuine slate roof with copper gutters and downspouts.
The home's stately Georgian-inspired exterior is clad on all sides in hand-selected eight-inch stone and crowned by a genuine slate roof, copper gutters and downspouts. Yet the grandeur of Merrick Farm is balanced by its setting; lawns and gardens give way to protected farmland, creating sweeping pastoral views and an enduring sense of privacy just minutes from Newtown Borough.
Inside, the craftsmanship becomes even more apparent and is experienced upon every turn. A dramatic three-story foyer establishes the scale of the residence, while wide-plank Carlyle pine floors, elaborate millwork, reclaimed architectural elements and artisan finishes give each room its own identity.
A dramatic three-story foyer features wide-plank Carlyle pine floors, elaborate millwork and a sweeping staircase.
The richly paneled library features butternut woodwork and an ornamental plaster ceiling, while the formal dining room is distinguished by a ceiling cast from original 1920s molding.
The library features butternut woodwork and an ornamental plaster ceiling.
Designed equally for intimate living and grand-scale entertaining, the residence unfolds into generous gathering spaces including a sunken living room with a reclaimed bank mantel and folding Nano glass walls that connect the interior to the gardens and terraces.
Folding Nano glass walls connect the sunken living room to the estate's gardens and terraces.
The expansive gourmet kitchen pairs heated Belgian bluestone floors with substantial cabinetry, stone surfaces and professional-grade Thermador, Miele and SubZero appliances.
The private Owner's Suite is discreetly entered and conceived as a retreat unto itself, with a fireplace, expansive dressing areas and a spa-inspired bath with steam shower. Additional bedroom suites and flexible living spaces extend throughout the upper levels, connected by both the sweeping staircase and private elevator.
The private Owner's Suite features a fireplace, expansive dressing areas and a spa-inspired bath with a steam shower.
Below, the estate transitions effortlessly showcasing a temperature-controlled wine cellar which accommodates over 3,000 bottles, complemented by a custom bar, gym, golf simulator and indoor putting green. Radiant heated floors continue throughout the lower level, underscoring the extraordinary level of infrastructure concealed behind the home's traditional architecture.
The temperature-controlled wine cellar accommodates more than 3,000 bottles.
And then there is the State-of-the Art Sports & Wellness Barn. A destination in its own right, this remarkable detached structure transforms Merrick Farm into a true private recreational compound.
The detached Sports & Wellness Barn transforms Merrick Farm into a private recreational compound.
The full-size indoor full court accommodates basketball, pickleball, tennis, children's activities, and private events. A resistance pool with underwater treadmill, dual locker rooms and steam facilities creates an exceptional environment for fitness, training and entertaining.
The full-size indoor court accommodates basketball, pickleball, tennis, children's activities and private events.
The space is anchored by an observation lounge featuring a substantial bar with integrated SubZero appliances and dramatic barn architecture with soaring ceilings, exposed timber and expansive glass walls for the ultimate in entertainment enjoyment.
The observation lounge features a substantial bar with integrated SubZero appliances and overlooks the indoor court.
Behind the beauty is equally impressive engineering. A 24-well geothermal HVAC system, radiant heated floors throughout the residence, integrated Lutron lighting, concealed audio and security controlled by the Savant home automation system, whole house generator, and five garage spaces were incorporated to provide modern performance without compromising the character of the architecture.
Surrounded by gardens, stone terraces, courtyards and preserved countryside, Merrick Farm offers something increasingly difficult to find: privacy without isolation, grandeur without ostentation, and extraordinary recreational amenities within the setting of a beautifully crafted country estate.
Stone terraces, gardens and landscaped outdoor spaces surround the residence.
This is not simply a large luxury residence. It is a turn-key property with close access to all major commuter routes in an incredibly safe environment, all while boasting favorably low taxes.
The estate is defined by the quality of what was built, the thought behind it, and the extraordinary difficulty of replicating it today. Merrick Farm is designed not merely for just a moment in time, but for generations to come.
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Interior Photos - Keith Conrey with Tohickon Media
Exterior Photos - Ava Redmond with RedmondProductionsFPV
