The former home and studio of Edward Redfield (1869-1965), the celebrated artist of the Pennsylvania Impressionist painting movement, was recently renovated by interior designer Bruce Norman Long. Great care was taken to preserve the historic elements of the property that Mr. Redfield purchased as a 100-acre farm back in 1898; many of which are depicted in Redfield's paintings that can be found in museums and private collections internationally. The artist's former studio is now the living room where a massive window was restored to allow views of the canal and Delaware River beyond. The bridge to New Jersey, the original subject of Redfield's most famous works "The Burning of Center Bridge," is now seen from the window restoration. Another gem is the charming springhouse visible from the dining room window. This same view was the subject of Redfield's painting "South Window" which featured his wife Elise gazing at the springhouse and the gardens beyond. The new addition of a sunroom, mudroom, and garage/guest suite blend seamlessly into this magnificent 10 acre property.

Ruinas, Spanish for ruins, is the brainchild of two environmentally conscious homeowners. Not only is the home space efficient, but it's 100% "green". The use of eco-friendly and energy efficient materials throughout the home are in every room including; paint, flooring, cabinets, geothermal heating and cooling, salt free reverse osmosis water filter system, and all LED lighting. After the owners purchase wind power from PECO to power the rest of the home, the result is a zero carbon footprint. The foundation and landscape are beautiful Bucks County while the inside has a more contemporary European style. Ruinas is an inspiration to the "green" concept, and showcases the future of modern living.

From mill worker's house to show home, The Mill House has been evolving for three centuries. It was built by Thomas Ellicott in circa 1784 as a two-story stone residence for workers at the neighboring mills. It's first metamorphosis occurred when the Knights of Pitheas enlarged the house to three apartments during the mid-1860s. The home's next owner was the artist Charles Ward who maintained it as his first studio in the 1930s. Here is where he completed his famous mural, "Progress and Industry," as well as others. In 1990, the property became a single-family dwelling and in 1991 was purchased by its current owner. Inspired by world travels, antiques, and art, this home has become a beautiful showcase for Carversville.

Built in 1923 by William Bottomley for Morris L. Cooke as a weekend retreat, Playwicky is reminiscent of a lake retreat in Northern Italy. Roughly translated in the Lenni Lenape language, Playwicky means "a place full of turkeys." The current homeowners bought the house in the mid-1990's. After studying Bottomley and keeping in his aesthetic of design, they went on to renovate and add to the home. The home feels spacious with views of the river from almost every room; steps wind down to terraces, gardens, ponds, and a guesthouse. The home also features the art of master ironsmith Samuel Yellin. In 1929, Playwicky was described in House Beautiful magazine as a "playhouse of two traveled grown ups." That description still holds true today.

From the moment that you see this circa 1700 horse farm you will feel the warmth and care that has been put into this home for over 40 years. Renovations have been made over the years to accommodate the owners growing family of children, grandchildren, and their many pets. Upon entering the house you will be welcomed by a room filled completely with antiques, working trains, and accessories from several generations. The property has a beautiful barn, guest house, several out buildings, and many acres for endless horseback riding which the homeowner enjoys today. Double Tree is an example of the quintessential Bucks County horse farm.

The house tour committee wishes to thank the generosity of our sponsors and contributors. For information on sponsorship, please click here.

For the first time the house tour committee is reaching out to our community and to members of Trinity Church, offering sponsorship opportunities. Your name and/ or company name will be listed in our professional designed communications, including our mailing to over 1,500 people.** In addition, the tour website will have a logo of approx. 100 x 200 pixels with your business name and link to your website. Many of our house tour patrons are frequent visitors to the Bucks County area as well as local residents.
We have four contribution levels:

Cottage @ $100 in addition receives 1 tour ticket

Farm @ $250 in addition receives 2 tour tickets

Manor @ $500 in addition receives 4 tour tickets

Estate @ $1,000+ in addition receives 5 tour tickets

Your donation will help support Trinity's various missions, including local charities NOVA, Aid to Friends, Bucks County Habitat for Humanity, Doylestown Area FISH, A Woman's Place and many more. A committee member will contact you to follow up and answer any questions.

For more information, please email housetour@trinitysolebury.org or contact Barbara Yount (215-968-6661) or Charlotte deJesus (215-297-5280).

** Donation must be recieved by August 10 to appear in brochure.

If you would like to make your sponsorship donation online, please click here.