Welcome to the 21st annual tour!This year, the homes have been the “inspiration” of famous paintings as well as being “inspired” by their owner’s interests. Experience the homes and studios of artists Edward Redfield and Charles Ward while also visiting a “green” home, horse farm, and Italian retreat all in the same day!Be sure to have your purse or wallet handy to enjoy our special silent auction pieces by Alan Fetterman and Ashby Saunders, raffle items, hot tea and coffee, and home baked ginger cookies! We look forward to seeing you then.The House Tour funds Trinity Church’s local, national, and international missions.

Edward Redfield Homestead 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.

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Ruinas, New Hope

Ruinas “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.

Ruinas • Edward Redfield Homestead The Mill House • Double Tree Farm • Playwicky

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No children under the age of 12 are permitted. The homes are not handicapped accessible. Sorry, no photography is allowed.

Double Tree Farm 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.

Lunch includes wrap, pasta salad, homemade cookies, and spring water. Please pick it up at the church the day of the tour between 9:30 am and 3:00 pm. Lunch must be ordered in advance.

The Mill House 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.

www.trinitysolebury.org/housetour or call us at 215-297-5135 today!

Mail in the order form to Trinity House Tour, P.O. Box 377, Solebury, PA 18963. Please include your check (payable to Trinity House Tour) and a stamped, self-addressed, business-sized envelope. Your tickets and map will be mailed to you. The orders received without the self-addressed, business-sized envelope will be held at Trinity Church the day of the tour starting at 9:30 am.

Visit www.trinitysolebury.org/housetour to order. Tickets will be held at the church on the day of the tour starting at 9:30 am.

Purchase tickets in the church office at Trinity Church starting October 3rd, on weekdays from 10 am to 3 pm. Tickets can be purchased the day of the tour starting at 9:30 am.

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Playwicky, Solebury

Playwicky 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.

Orders received after October 14th will be held at Trinity Church on tour day.

Thank you to all of our sponsors.Estate: Bucks County Herald (Media Sponsor), Wayne and Natalie Thomas

Manor: Dave and Jacqui Griffith, Park Avenue Pastries, Randy Apgar and Allen Black

Farm: Ardith Talbott, Creative Concepts Construction, Dick and Sally Henriques, First National Bank & Trust of Newtown, Leydon Landscaping, Professional Landscape Services, Rice’s Market, Tim and Millena Coffey Cottage: Donneta Crane Realtor, Delray True Value, J. Robert Hillier FAIA, Finkles, Helen Montgomery, Joe and Betsy Thomas, Mike and Barbara Yount, Naudain Sellers, Robert and Jeanne Ozols, Phillip’s Wines, Worthington Lawnscapes

Special thanks to Alan Fetterman and Ashby Saunders for their creative works! Contributors: Altomonte’s, Ameena’s Cakes, Ann Ballantine, Cambridge Silversmiths, Candy Shoppe at Whitman Pharmacy, Carol Church, Carousel Farm Lavender, David John Metal Artisan, Fox & Hound B & B, Fred’s Breakfast, Golden Pheasant Inn, I-Wear Optical, Joan’s Knitting, Judith Langan, Kinsman Co, Lambertville Station, Manoff Farms, Marsha Browns, Michener Art Museum, Pam Anderson, Pies by Megg, Richard Hiller Grooming, Riverwick Candles, Sandbar, Sherry Tinsman, Speedi Print’r, Sneaky Caterer, The Inn @ Phillips Mill, The Landing, Tim’s Cakes, Weather Wood Designs, Wonderful World of Wines, Zumba Fitness