$799,900

Step into a piece of Pennsylvania and Berks County history with this extraordinary 28.07-acre country estate. Nestled in the heart of Ruscombmanor Township, this property offers an unparalleled combination of rich heritage, pure land, and panoramic, sweeping views of the historic Oley Valley. With portions of the property dating back… Read More well into the 1700's, this historic farmhouse is deeply rooted in local industrial and architectural heritage. The main living room carries a remarkable story, having served as the original carpenter shop for the historical Oley Furnace. Inside, classic features honor that historic craft, including exposed timber beams, original wood floors, deep-set windows, and character-rich detail that cannot be replicated today. Modern amenities bring it up to today's more comfortable living standards, including replacement windows, a composite roof, generator hookup, modern appliances, including a dishwasher, and exterior capping across almost all of the exterior buildings. The warm, inviting main floor flows into a traditional eat-in kitchen and dining space, anchored by classic plaster finishes and timeless stonework, along with a timeless wood fireplace accented by stone. The eat-in kitchen offers an abundance of countertop and cabinet space, along with modern appliances. Rounding out the first floor is a half bath. The second floor offers a spacious loft, and two bedroom areas, along with a conveniently located full bathroom. Completing this home is a fully unfinished basement, which houses the home's mechanicals, storage, workshop and laundry areas, along with a walkout. Perched in a elevated position, this property commands breathtaking, postcard-worthy vistas looking out over the rolling hills and countryside of the Oley Valley. Enjoy mornings on the porch taking in the scenery or evenings in the fields watching the sun set over open pastures and wooded boundary lines. For over six decades, this land has been lovingly tended using strict organic practices. No synthetic pesticides or chemical herbicides have touched this soil during this owner's 60+ years, making it a pristine, eco-friendly canvas for organic farming, homesteading, permaculture, or vineyard aspirations. The fertile pasture and farm grounds feature a natural spring water source and a private pond, along with numerous pastures, fields, and outbuildings, including a bank barn, all of which offer an ideal setup for livestock, crops, or an off-grid lifestyle. The bank barn offers 2 separate detached garage spaces, along with numerous horse stalls and other livestock and crop cultivating amenities that once kept this farm up and running. A third detached garage space can be found in the old butcher building. All of these out-buildings are equipped with electric to suit varying needs. Whether you are looking to steward a historic property, expand an organic agricultural operation, or simply establish a private retreat with valley views, 155 Oley Furnace Road is a historic gem that you won't want to pass on. Give us a call today to schedule your private tour! PLEASE DO NOT WALK THE PROPERTY OR DRIVE UP THE LANE WITHOUT A SHOWING, THANK YOU! Read Less

Courtesy of Kevin J Snyder, RE/MAX Of Reading 610-670-2770

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Oct 10, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

1,228

Lot Size

28.07 Acres

Year Built

1814

MLS Number

PABK2079076

Additional Details

Property Access

Road Responsibility: Boro/Township, Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater

Basement

Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Unfinished

Building

Built in 1814, Living area: 1228, Levels: 1.5, Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Accessibility Features

None

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Porch(es), Outbuilding(s), Stone Retaining Walls

Fence

Partially

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Wood

Floors

Wood

Foundation

Stone

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

Hot Water

Interior Features

Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Window Treatments, Wood Floors

Lot

28.07 acres, Backs to Trees, Cleared, Fishing Available, Front Yard, Hunting Available, Irregular, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Pond, Private, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded, Vegetation Planting

Pets Policy

Allowed: No Pet Restrictions

Property

Excellent, Very Good, Good, Average, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Garden/Lawn, Panoramic, Pasture, Pond, Trees/Woods, Valley

Roof

Composite

Sewer

On Site Septic, Cess Pool

Taxes

Annual Amount: $2,090, Lot: 5337, Year: 2026, Zoning: RES, Zoning description: R-1

Utilities

Water Source: Spring, Circuit Breakers

Windows

Replacement

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