Property Description
STUNNING...SERENE...SIMPLY SPECTACULAR! Brought to life by acclaimed architectural designer Don Klinger and Heritage Builders in 2005, with no expense spared, this exquisite award-winning home is an engineering and architectural marvel. Hawkridge Estate offers the rare combination of impeccable design and THE finest "front-row" city and river views available in the Harrisburg area. Situated on 10 secluded mountain-side acres with southern exposures within a private gated community, this all-natural stone and slate roof home features 12,000 finished square feet, five bedrooms with 5 full baths - all ensuite, four additional half baths, six fireplaces, five decks, patios or porches and walls of windows throughout to enhance breathtaking views. The large, welcoming foyer and off-set hallway floors have pillow-top limestone tile imported from France. Adjoining floors are composed of 200 year old restored and hand-laid hardwood. A custom chef's kitchen from Colonial Craft features granite two-tiered counters, tiled backsplash, built-in refrigerators and freezers, walk in pantry, double ovens, gorgeous breakfast area and a hand painted tray ceiling. The custom distinguished formal dining room with handcrafted millwork is perfect for hosting holiday gatherings and dinner parties. Use the adjacent screened porch for pre-dinner cocktails or to serve after dinner desserts. The captivating great room will be the heart of your home. The stone floor to ceiling wood-burning fireplace (with gas log insert) is surrounded by designer cabinetry. You will appreciate the height of the vaulted ceiling (24') as well as the elegant carpet which was imported from Thailand and installed in one piece. The oversized windows permit distant views for over 30 miles. The master suite on the main level with its many plush amenities includes two oversized custom closets, a jacuzzi soaking tub surrounded by custom designed stained-glass windows, a walk-through shower and a private screened-in porch where one can enjoy morning coffee, exercise or a favorite book. Two staircases from the main level lead to the 2nd floor bedrooms and a luxurious executive office suite. There are also two staircases from the main level for access to the finished lower level which features a large, bright recreation room and bar area, a stone fireplace and a gym. An additional bedroom with a full bath ensuite has French doors leading out to the professionally landscaped grounds which contain a tranquil 16,000 + gallon Koi Pond and waterfall, walkways and lush greens completing a most picturesque setting. For those seeking uncompromising style and design, this is THE hilltop estate you've been waiting to call home!