Country Home for Sale in Bethel PA – 133 Fort Henry Road
A Quiet Setting at the Base of the Blue Mountains
Some homes are defined by square footage. Others are defined by how they make you feel when you arrive. If you’ve been searching for a country home for sale in Bethel PA, 133 Fort Henry Road offers a setting that is increasingly difficult to find. Located at the base of the Blue Mountains, this 1.27-acre property combines privacy, water features, and gathering space in a way that feels both peaceful and practical.
Located in Bethel, Pennsylvania at the base of the Blue Mountains, 133 Fort Henry Road offers a setting that is increasingly difficult to find — a property where the surrounding land, trees, and water become just as important as the home itself.
Set on 1.27 acres and surrounded by trees on three sides, the property features year-round streams flowing through the yard and a long driveway that gently separates the home from the road. The result is a peaceful atmosphere where evenings are quiet, mornings feel slower, and time outdoors becomes part of everyday life.
Whether you’re looking for a primary residence, a weekend retreat, or a place to eventually put down long-term roots, this property offers the kind of environment many buyers have been hoping to find.
A Home Built for Gathering and Everyday Living
The home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and over 3,300 square feet of living space, with a layout that provides flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. Two bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main floor, with two additional bedrooms and another full bath upstairs — a setup that can work well for guests, extended family, or multi-generational living.
At the center of the home are two large connected gathering spaces joined by a wide archway. The first room extends from the kitchen and serves as an everyday living and dining area, featuring vaulted ceilings and a stone hearth with a wood/coal stove. Beyond the archway is an expansive 35’ x 27’ great room with wood ceilings and a brick fireplace. Together, the rooms create a natural flow for entertaining, holidays, or larger family gatherings while still allowing separate areas for relaxing and conversation — a layout rarely found in newer construction and one that easily becomes the heart of the home.
The spacious country kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and connects conveniently to the first-floor laundry area. While functional as it is, it also provides a great opportunity for a future owner to update over time and truly make the home their own.
A bright sunroom with a stone floor provides a natural light-filled space perfect for plants, reading, or a quiet sitting area overlooking the property.
Major updates include a roof and HVAC system replaced in 2022, and the home also includes a supplemental wood/coal stove heat source.
Outdoor Living and Space to Grow
The outdoor space is where this property truly stands apart.
The mostly level yard provides usable space for recreation, gardening, or outdoor projects, while the streams add both character and a relaxing natural backdrop. A fire pit area near the water creates a natural gathering place for evenings outdoors.
Additional outdoor features include:
- Covered front porch
- Patio area
- Gazebo structure
- Hot tub (present and included)
- Three outbuildings for storage, hobbies, or workshop use
The outbuildings offer flexibility for tools, equipment, creative projects, or homestead-style living. For buyers interested in gardening, small livestock, or simply having room to spread out, the property offers possibilities that are difficult to replicate in a neighborhood setting.
Life in Bethel, Pennsylvania
Bethel provides a rural lifestyle while still remaining connected to nearby towns and services. The property is approximately:
• 15–20 minutes to Myerstown
• 25–35 minutes to Lebanon
• 35–40 minutes to Reading
Nearby destinations include the Golden Age Air Museum, Bouchette Vineyards, and outdoor recreation throughout the Blue Mountain region. Local favorites like Kauffman’s Bar-B-Que Chicken and J & S Pizza II add to the small-town charm of the area.
The home is located in the Tulpehocken Area School District and offers manageable access to Routes 501, 78, 61, and 422 for commuting.
A Different Kind of Opportunity
Many homes can be renovated.
A setting like this cannot be recreated.
For buyers who have been searching for space, quiet surroundings, and the ability to shape a property into their own vision — whether as a full-time residence or a weekend retreat — 133 Fort Henry Road offers a unique opportunity.
The property is being offered as-is, allowing the next owner to update and personalize the home while enjoying the established land and natural features immediately.
From Our Team
Homes like this tend to mean something different to every person who visits. For some, it’s a quieter place to come home to at the end of the day. For others, it’s a gathering place for family, a weekend retreat, or the beginning of a longer-term plan to live a little more connected to the land.
At Team Longenecker, we spend a lot of time helping buyers search for properties that don’t always fit neatly into a neighborhood or subdivision — homes where the setting matters just as much as the structure. When a property like this becomes available, it often resonates with someone who has been waiting for the right opportunity rather than just the next listing.
If you’d like to walk the property, ask questions, or even talk through whether a move like this makes sense for your situation, we’re always happy to have a conversation and help you explore your options.
We also often hear about rural and lifestyle properties before they officially reach the market, so if this type of setting is what you’ve been hoping to find, feel free to reach out and let us know what you’re looking for.
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