Historic Brooke Mansion
Bed & Breakfast for Sale
Birdsboro, Pennsylvania.

—  A Magnificent Pennsylvania Mansion For Sale  —

A Perfect Place for those who Appreciate
The Graciousness and Enchantment of another Time.

     
Nestled between Lancaster (PA) Amish, Dutch Country, Adamstown, Reading, Valley Forge, and Kutztown, Brooke Mansion is minutes from antiques, quilts, flea markets, hiking, biking, back roads, farmland and quiet country hospitality. Brooke Mansion on the county and state historic registers as well as being eligible for the National Register. Well preserved, 95% original . . . a true architectural gem!

The Brooke Mansion is attributed to renowned architect Frank Furness. Elaborate displays of fine ornate woodwork and creative architectural design are found throughout the 42 room mansion. The three-story mansion contains a magnificent foyer with grand staircase, stained glass, ironwork, and a circular rose wood library all of which are outstanding examples of Furness's suburban architecture. All rooms have private baths, some with original claw-foot tubs.

The Brooke Mansion was built in 1888 by Edward Brooke II as a wedding present for his bride, Ann Louise Clingan. Brooke's ancestors emigrated to the United States from Yorkshire, England, in 1698. They acquired land in Birdsboro soon after their arrival and by 1800 had taken over the former Bird family assets in the Hay Creek area and Hopewell Furnace in Elverson. Through the iron industry the E. and G. Brooke Co. gained power, wealth and influence.

Known for his expressive designs, as one of the most inventive architects of his period, Frank Furness was commissioned by Edward Brooke. All fireplaces have a personality of their own and contain floral patterns designed by Furness. The cast iron work in the doors and windows as well as the fireplaces was produced at the Brooke foundry. Elaborate displays of fine ornate, wood craftsmanship and creative architectural design are found throughout the mansion. All woodwork is original, and many of the materials were imported from Europe.

The Brooke Mansion stands as a lone symbol of the Brooke dynasty that shaped the course of local history in this small rural community for more than 200 years.

Property Information

Subdivision:  Mansion Heights
County: Berks
School District: Daniel Boone
Year Built: 1888

Approx. Square Footage: 13,677
Garage Description: Off Street Parking
16 Bedrooms, 8 Full Baths, 0 Half Baths
 

Features

Basement: Unfinished; Full; Outside Entrance

For Sale by Agent. Price: US$2,500,000.

Contact the Agent, Jim Pappas:  Phone: 717-314-4099
 

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Property Registration Number: 1369
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