Nestled on 3 acres in the Nationally Registered "Coventryville Historic District", this sympathetically renovated treasure has a storied past dating to its original construction in 1717! The Historic Village District zoning will permit a variety of commercial uses which provide options for creative buyers. It is believed to have been originally built by Samuel Nutt, who established the first iron forge in Chester County in 1717. The present owners converted it from the famed "Coventry Forge Inn" into a one of a kind private residence w/approx. 5000 sf of living space; 4 BRs & 2 1/2 Baths. The oldest section is of log construction w/two stone additions completed in the 18th century. While the exterior expresses an understated elegance w stucco over stone & cedar shake roof, the interior is rich with original 18th & 19th century woodwork & handcrafted finishes: fine paneling, fireplace ends, built-in cupboards, chair rails, baseboards, hand plastered walls/ceilings, deep sills, true divided light double hung widows, some w original hand-blown glass, & original random width hardwood floors, including old Chestnut. Enter the Main Floor of the home via the enclosed Porch w/brick floors to the Hall w/tandem Livings Rooms, both w/fireplaces. A remarkable Tavern Rm w/working bar, walk-in fireplace, Breakfast Nook & Georgian built-in cabinet is one of the home's showcase spaces! The original Log Rm has new built-in custom wood pantry cabinets & leads to the Kitchen, DR & grand Sunroom. The recent renovation maintained the original features, such as 7 fireplaces, while introducing contemporary conveniences highlighted by the new custom Kitchen w/granite countertops, solid wood custom cabinets, Frigidaire double oven & stove, tin backsplash & butcher block island. The Kitchen opens to the grand light-filled DR w vaulted ceiling, new Anderson windows plus French doors leading to a Deck. The stunning Sunroom runs the length of the house w/wood & slate floors & floor to ceiling windows, which provide charming views of the historic village of Coventryville. A staircase in the Sunroom leads to a separate new Master BR w/walk-in closets, new MBath & shed dormer w/window seating. The original staircase leads to the 2nd Floor with three large BRs w/fireplaces, original wood floors, paneling & built-ins. The beautiful Bath w/tiled floor, tiled shower stall & classic soaking tub. There is an extra room which could be converted into another Bath &/or walk-in closet. There is also access to a large Attic, perfect for storage or as potential living space. The Lower Level has a large finished FR w/brick floors, fireplace, new half Bath, Laundry Room, Wine Cellar, Utility Room & access to the side property with Patio. The 3-acre parcel contains old growth trees, woods, various plantings, streams & a meadow rolling down to Old Ridge Road. The in-ground Pool awaits future renovation but would make a perfect Summer spot to enjoy this historic estate. There is also a small garden shed on the property. Parking is in the driveway or off street on a level gravel area. The present owners have completed considerable updates since 2015 which include structural reconstruction, new Kitchen, new DR, new MSuite, updated electrical, partial spray foam insulation, new boiler, new zoned HVAC system & more. The next owner will have some exterior maintenance to complete such as exterior painting, deck & pool repair. The property is documented in the US Library of Congress and Historic American Buildings. Walk to Martin s Kitchen restaurant or the Coventry Parlor in the Village. Located in what is called "Hopewell Big Woods," this conservation area encircles French Creek State Park & the Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site and is convenient to Route 23, 100 & Turnpike. Become the next curator of this historic treasure & continue a tradition of creating & maintaining the special Sense of Place which only Chester County has to offer!