Unique Historic Homes, Waterfront Estates, Luxury Real Estate and Country Properties in Lehigh Valley and the Main Line, PA

For those looking for country charm and affordability, for those looking for historic stone homes away from it all, but close to everything, consider the Greather Philadelphia Main Line, PA and the Lehigh Valley, Bethlehem, PA areas.

These Pennsylvania real estate regions offer a lower cost of living compared to some of its northeastern neighbors, with easy access to major cities, colleges, historic sites and recreation.

Main Line real estate embraces a preserved charm that hasn’t been lost since the days the area was defined by the Pennsylvania Railroad’s Main Line. The area, which includes Villanova, offers some of the finest homes on the East Coast.

Located in the southwestern corner of Lower Merion Township in Delaware County, Main Line real estate is unrivaled in luxury. Country estates and grand manors, classic colonials, as well as more contemporary designs, form part of Main Line’s architectural landscape, continuing a tradition of quiet beauty.

Lower Merion is the closest suburban community to Philadelphia, and is characterized by stately homes and estates, historic churches and buildings, as well as exclusive dining and shopping.

Much of the area’s charm is its nearness to several colleges and universities, including Bryn Mawr College, Haverford College, Rosemont College and Villanova University, from which Villanova receives its name.

Regional attractions include Longwood Gardens, The Barnes Museum, Betsy Ross House and the Liberty Bell. And as far as places to shop, attractions include the King of Prussia Mall, Suburban Square, Main Street in Manayunk, and The Shops at Liberty Place.

Lehigh Valley includes the trio cities of Bethlehem, Allentown and Easton. Real estate in the valley quenches the desires of any prospective homebuyer, with its alluring cottages, country estates and historic stone farmhouses.

Bounded on the north by the Blue Mountain, on the east by the Delaware River and on the south by the Lehigh Mountain Range -- known as South Mountain – Lehigh Valley real estate has a natural beauty, as well as opportunities for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as boating, horseback riding, fishing and hiking along the Delaware Canal.

The valley’s 750,000 residents are found in city, suburban and country settings. With an array home styles, including single-family homes, townhouses and duplexes, homebuyers have several living options.

Bethlehem is one of Lehigh Valley’s major cities. Known as Christmas City, it is a city that blends culture and commerce, progress and preservation. Among its cultural highlights are the nine-day Musikfest, the Blueberry Festival, Celtic Classic, the Bach Festival and, of course, several events of the Christmas season, which attracts thousands.

Much of the town’s modern history is linked to Bethlehem Steel Company, the company 1880s steel maker that set the United States on course as a leader industrial leader. But developers now seek redevelopment of the company's 160-acre site along the Lehigh River, planning recreation, entertainment, dining, retail and sports establishments.

Both Main Line and Lehigh Valley are within 300 miles of all the large, metropolitan areas of the eastern United States, including Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Also, there is easy access to Interstate 78, Interstate 95 and the New Jersey and Pennsylvania turnpikes for commuting and travel, as well as to three international airports - Lehigh Valley, Newark Liberty and Philadelphia.

With Lehigh Valley and Main Line offering superb real estate in waterfront living, country estates, and historic homes -- blending city class and country charm, a touch of new and a touch of old, residents can encounter the best of both worlds.