TEAM LONGENECKER’S NEWEST LISTING AT 1778 WATER STREET, WASHINGTON BORO
This personal nature retreat has so much to offer. Sitting on a private 2.3 acre parcel it is the perfect property for an outdoor enthusiast offering a main cottage, guest home and detached garage.
Make Yourself at Home…
The main cozy cottage brings the feel of the surrounding nature inside. Featuring 761 square feet of living space with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. The main home also includes an open living room and dining area with access to the updated kitchen and pantry area along with the den or home office space. The main home has updated flooring and updated wiring and light fixtures. Outside the wrap around porch provides unobstructed views of the Susquehanna River and plenty of room for outdoor living areas.
The guest house across the yard features a bedroom and additional storage area on the upper floor. The lower level rec room has a bar, pool table and wood stove. This is a great space to hang out after a day of fishing, tubing, kayaking, or relaxing on the river.
The yard provides space for a large fire-pit, garden area and potters shed. The detached 1-car garage offers extra storage or a place to store your outdoor equipment, gear or boat. If you want more storage the two oversized sheds on the property are the perfect solution.
Outdoor Recreation…
If you love being immersed in nature and outdoor recreation this nature retreat is the perfect place for you. Located right in the middle of nature with a boat launch across the street, nearby bike trails and views of the Susquehanna River.
With the River literally right across the street, there is plenty of options for all types of water recreation locally…
Columbia River Park and Columbia Crossing River Trails Center is a quick 2 miles from the property. This water access point is part of the 53-mile Susquehanna Water Trail in the Lower Section. The park provides the opportunity to launch your boat or paddlecraft to explore the river. Along with the water access are picnic areas and historical markers. An outfitter is on-site in the park seasonally offering canoe, kayak and bike rentals. You can also access the 14-mile Northwest Lancaster County River Trail for biking and hiking. This trail connects the historic river towns and villages of Columbia, Marietta, Bainbridge and Falmouth.
Another close by park, Washington Boro Park is a four-acre riverfront park about a mile and a half south of the property. The park features a playground, baseball field, basketball court and pavilion. It is also home to the annual Tomato Festival held every July. This park site and nearby area contains one of the highest concentrations of archaeological sites in Pennsylvania.
Columbia itself also has multiple playgrounds all within about 2-3 miles of the property. And the Wrightsville Riverfront Park is just across the river which offers additional opportunities to access the Susquehanna River.
A little bit further down the road…
The Turkey Hill Nature Preserve and Overlook Trail are just under four miles south of the property as well. This Lancaster County Conservancy site is over 25 acres large. It meanders along the shoreline of the river and features a summit with breathtaking views. Hikers can enjoy paths through the forest along with flat walking and steep switchbacks. It is a great location to watch for bald eagles, vultures, ospreys and other birds. These birds tend to rest and feed on the nearby Conejohela Flats year round. The preserve is open to archery hunting. It is also home to groves of pawpaw trees which produce the United States’ larges native tree fruit. The trail is a trailhead for the Enola Low Grade Rail Trail. This trail follows the Atglen and Susquehanna Branch of the Pennsylvania railroad. This section has two Trestle Bridges and is apart of a 19 mile trail.
Overall, Lancaster County has many opportunities to experience it’s natural beauty with biking, hiking, water recreation and even covered bridge tours all close to your personal nature retreat.
The Community…
The property is located in Washington Boro in the northwest corner of Manor Township and western part of Lancaster County. Washington Boro is situated on the east bank of the Susquehanna River opposite Leibharts Corner in York County. The Susquehanna in this area is impounded by the Safe Harbor Dam 7 miles to the southeast which forms Lake Clarke. It is also the center of what was known in colonial times as the Conejohela Flats. Washington Boro covers a total area of 1.9 square miles and has a population under 1,000.
The small town of Columbia is just up the river from Washington Boro. This town, formerly known as Wright’s Ferry was once considered as a location for the Nations Capital. These small towns along the banks of the Susquehanna River are the Riverlands of Lancaster County and are a part of the Susquehanna National Heritage Area. Along with the opportunity they provide for outdoor recreation you can also enjoy shopping, antiquing, dining and fun attractions like the Turkey Hill Experience or National Watch & Clock Museum.
Historically, Washington Boro and surrounding areas were populated by Native American tribes, most notably the Susquehannocks. John Wright an English Quaker and his companions Robert Barber and Samuel Blunstons began to develop the area in the early 1700’s. The area is home to many historical sites.
School District…
The property is in Penn Manor School District. This is a large, rural and suburban, public school district. One high school, two middle schools, seven elementary schools, a virtual school and alternative school for 7th-12th grades comprise the district. Penn Manor is home of the Comets. The student population is approximately 5,400 students making it one of the largest districts in Lancaster County.
How to Make this Home Yours…
Overall, if you are an outdoor enthusiast and are searching for your personal nature retreat this property is a must see! The location between York and Lancaster provides a great opportunity to be immersed in nature with an easy drive whether you are looking for a new home or second home. The price of the home is $179,900. This home is SOLD. Give our team a call at 717-450-7090. We look forward to helping you find a home that is a perfect fit for what you are looking for!
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