Colebrook Manor facts for kids
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Colebrook Manor
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Colebrook Manor, February 2011
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | 637 W. Lincoln Hwy., West Whiteland Township, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 14 acres (5.7 ha) |
| Built | 1840 |
| MPS | West Whiteland Township MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 84003239 |
| Added to NRHP | September 6, 1984 |
Colebrook Manor is a historic house located in West Whiteland Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania. This beautiful home was built a long time ago, around 1840. It's a special place because it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1984. This means it's recognized as an important part of history.
What Makes Colebrook Manor Special?
Colebrook Manor is a large, two-and-a-half-story house. It is built from stone and covered with a smooth material called stucco. The roof is made of slate, which is a type of rock, and it has charming arched windows on the roof called dormers.
Unique Features of the House
The house has a lovely verandah (a covered porch) with fancy iron columns. This is a great spot to relax! Besides the main house, the property also includes other old buildings. These include a barn and some kennels, which were likely used for dogs. All these parts together make Colebrook Manor a unique historical site.
