Properties featured on the tour this year:

1) Webster-Mellon Residence 299 Maple Avenue
The frame Victorian home was built in 1870 and sold to T. O. Atkinson. The gourmet kitchen in the rear of the house was recently renovated. The countertops and deep kitchen sink are soapstone. The colorful back splash is made from Mercer and Kotcha McGirk Tiles. The beautiful Cherry cabinets have paneled glass fronts, and a professional cook’s stove to complete this beautiful kitchen. The rear yard features a lovely perennial garden. The potting shed was originally an old tree house fort built by a former owner’s children and friends.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church is the closet parking area to this location.

2) Carter van Dyke Garden 330 Linden Avenue
Revisit this garden and see why it is a perennial favorite to our tour participants. It is the personal garden of renowned Landscape Architect, Carter van Dyke. The garden is ever changing and a delight to see, even if viewed on past tours. There are many new species of plants and ornamentation which have been added.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church is the closet parking area to this location.

3) Wanko Residence 24 Easthill Drive
This mid-20th century stone cottage is built on a large, private setting, surrounded by gardens. The country kitchen was completely renovated in 2006 retaining some of the original, custom cabinetry due to its character, specifically the glass paneled cabinets along the back wall. The appliances, sink and countertop were chosen to stay within the cottage feel. Mercer tiles from the original backsplash were incorporated into the tile border of the range hood. The center island has a thick, reclaimed heart pine top, the hidden refrigerator drawers and the microwave drawer, are built into the island.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church is the closest parking area to this location.

5) Chriswell Residence 72 E Court Street
The beautiful garden, though small, is an extension of the home. It features a water garden and sculpture garden and is filled with an abundance of flowers and plants. As new residence, we were fortunate to find a home with a beautiful interior and exterior “move-in” ready.

The Bucks County Parking Garage is the closest parking area to this location.

6) Richard D. Zaveta Home 82 E. State Street
Local Doylestown builder; Richard D. Zaveta bought and renovated this home in the middle of downtown Doylestown in 2007. The original two story portion of the house was built in 1832. Additions to the home were made in 1885 and 1907. The custom crafted Signature kitchen showcases gourmet chef inspired appliances and amenities. The terraced garden patio boasts a full outdoor kitchen with forged wrought iron railings, gas lamps, chiminea and is surrounded by trees, potted shrubs and containers overflowing with flowers add to the beauty of this “outdoor room.”

The Bucks County Parking Garage is the closest parking area to this location.

7) Hunsberger Residence 209 N. Hamilton Street
This home was built in 2005 and has a decisive European feel. The gardens have evolved over the past three years to compliment the home and provide vegetables for annual summer salsa making. The plants chosen are perennially vining and flowering with sun and seasons taken into consideration. Small spaces were left for the delight of annuals. A fountain was added for beauty and the pleasure of our neighbors.

Wachovia Bank, 115 W. Court Street is the closest parking area to this location.