Allentown, PA 18104
1487 Shelburne Court
Originally designed and built by a custom home builder, this exceptional French Provincial estate showcases uncompromising craftsmanship, timeless architecture, and over 7,500 square feet of exquisitely finished living space. Every detail reflects the highest level of quality, from premium materials and custom millwork to designer fixtures throughout.
French Provincial Estate
Living Room
A grand two-story foyer welcomes you with elegant marble flooring, a sweeping turned staircase, and a breathtaking Strass crystal chandelier. The formal living room is enhanced by intricate custom trim and a wood-burning fireplace
Dining Room
This formal dining room is rich with timeless elegance, featuring hardwood floors, intricate wall molding, detailed crown molding, and a stunning crystal chandelier with an ornate ceiling medallion. Large windows with graceful drapery bring in natural light, while the classic wood dining set and china cabinet create a refined setting ideal for hosting dinners, holidays, and special gatherings.
Family Room
While the dramatic two-story family room impresses with an 18-foot floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, custom oak wet bar, and spectacular wall of windows overlooking the private grounds.
Office
A distinguished first-floor office offers coffered ceilings, custom built-in bookshelves, and an ideal work-from-home setting.
Kitchen
The gourmet eat-in kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring a center island, double ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator, walk-in pantry, and abundant recessed lighting.
Laundry Room
This well-appointed laundry room offers both function and style, featuring abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, a utility sink, and convenient room for laundry appliances. A nearby hallway of built-in storage adds exceptional organization, while the adjoining powder room includes elegant finishes with a dark stone countertop, decorative sink, and classic gold accents.
Primary Suite
The luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring elegant custom trim with uplighting, a crystal chandelier, an opulent marble bath, and an expansive custom walk-in closet with exceptional storage.
Additional Bedrooms
These four bedrooms offer comfortable, well-sized spaces with classic details, generous natural light, and plenty of storage. The upper-level bedrooms feature soft carpeting, decorative crown molding, large closets, and warm wood furnishings, creating a welcoming and traditional feel. The lower-level bedroom provides added flexibility with room for multiple beds, a sitting area, and private exterior access, making it ideal for guests, extended stays, or a versatile bonus sleeping space.
Additional Bathrooms
These five bathrooms offer a mix of convenience, style, and function throughout the home. The main-level powder rooms feature charming details such as decorative mirrors, classic vanities, gold-tone fixtures, and unique architectural doors. The full bathrooms provide generous vanity storage, bright lighting, tile flooring, and tub/shower areas, while the lower-level bath offers a more updated feel with a spacious vanity and easy access from the finished living or guest space.
Lower Level
The fully finished lower level offers outstanding additional living space, including a bonus room with a wood-burning fireplace, a 1,500-bottle wine cellar, dedicated art studio, and fitness room.
Outdoors
Outdoor living is equally impressive with an expansive deck featuring a custom stainless steel outdoor kitchen, all overlooking beautifully landscaped, private grounds.
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About Allentown
Allentown is the county seat of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the third-most populous city in Pennsylvania with a population of 125,845 as of the 2020 census and the most populous city in the Lehigh Valley metropolitan area, which had a population of 861,899 and was the 68th-most populous metropolitan area in the nation as of 2020.
Founded in 1762, Allentown is located on the Lehigh River, a 109-mile-long (175 km) tributary of the Delaware River. It is the largest of three adjacent cities, including Bethlehem and Easton in Lehigh and Northampton counties, in the Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania.[13] Allentown is located 48 miles (77 km) north of Philadelphia and 78 miles (126 km) west of New York City.
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