luxury houses for sale Centre County, United States

Located within the wooded enclave of Cedar Cliff, this one-of-a-kind French Provincial estate sits on 2.14 private, partially wooded acres—offering a rare sense of seclusion while remaining just minutes from State College. A striking stone-and-stucco façade introduces a custom-built home where timeless architecture meets refined, estate-style living. Exceptional craftsmanship embodies over 5,299 finished square feet above grade luxury home. The dramatic two-story great room, anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone two-sided fireplace and highlighted by the walls of windows, filling the space with natural light and warmth. Hardwood floors, crown molding, custom window treatments, and curated lighting elevate every space. Designed to impress, the chef’s kitchen blends beauty and function with handmade inset cabinetry by Glick’s Custom Kitchens, an oversized marble waterfall island, two-tone quartz counters, farmhouse sink, gas range, wet bar, and a generous walk-in pantry. Vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and seamless patio access create an effortless flow for entertaining. The main level also features a formal dining room with gas fireplace, a sitting room, a private guest bedroom with dual closets, full bath, and a well-appointed laundry room with folding station and sink. This home offers plantation shutters, tray ceilings, smart home features, and thoughtful design throughout. The primary suite on the second floor serves as a retreat of its own, accessed by a separate staircase and offering a sitting area, office nook, three custom walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired bath with clawfoot soaking tub, dual vanities, and a multi-head steam shower. An additional three bedrooms and two baths, offer skylights, built-ins, and a loft overlooking the main living spaces. The finished lower level is an entertainers dream it contains an additional 2,393 square feet of finished space, complete with a custom wet bar: wine fridge, ice maker, dishwasher, media with projector and screen, and game areas, dining space, home gym, full bath, and patio access. Outdoor living feels like a private luxury retreat. A covered flagstone patio with skylights, built-in kitchen, and integrated speakers opens to an expansive deck and a stunning two-story stone fireplace. Professionally designed grounds feature stone retaining walls, landscape lighting, and a full basketball court and plenty of room for a future pool. Additional highlights include a detached two-car garage with a fully functional guest retreat with kitchen and bathroom. The property includes a dual access driveway perfect for inviting many guests. A true retreat—private, distinctive, and impossible to replicate. Schedule your private tour today!

Experience refined mountainside living in the Laurel Hills community of Boalsburg. Custom built to the highest standards by Phil Bosak, this extraordinary four bedroom, four full bath, two half bath residence sits on a 1.23-acre corner lot, offering breathtaking views of Tussey Mountain’s ski slopes and Beaver Stadium, a truly rare and unforgettable setting. Designed to celebrate the scenery, this home is all about the view. Soaring ceilings, graceful archways, ornate wrought-iron accents, and walls of windows fill the interior with natural light while framing the surrounding landscape. The stunning great room features transom-topped doors, a gas fireplace with elegant surround, and designer lighting that sets the tone for warmth and sophistication. The gourmet eat-in kitchen is a showpiece, boasting inset cabinetry, an island, granite countertops, a Thermador gas range with hood, double ovens, professional-grade appliances, refrigerator drawers, double-door refrigerator, two walk-in pantry, and a charming casement window overlooking the grounds. Adjacent main-level laundry and mudroom with Bosch washer and dryer provide exceptional functionality. Step outside to the private courtyard oasis, complete with a sauna, hot tub, TV, and patio spaces, perfect for year-round relaxation and entertaining amid professionally landscaped hardscapes. The primary suite is a retreat unto itself, featuring hardwood floors, crown molding, a marble-surround gas fireplace, ceiling fan, balcony access, multiple entry points, and two custom walk-in closets one with a center island. The spa-like primary bath offers dual vanities, a large walk-in shower with double heads, towel warmer, water closet with bidet, and direct access to the courtyard. Whether enjoying your veranda or the courtyard, the Tussey Mountain views remain ever-present. A mirrored second primary suite offers equal luxury with hardwood floors, custom built-ins, walk-in closet, and an upscale bath with marble floors, whirlpool tub, stall shower, and beautiful cabinetry. The daylight lower level is equally impressive, accessed by wood stairs leading to a modern recreation room with hardwood floors and a marble-surround gas fireplace, seamlessly connecting to a billiards room. Two additional spacious bedrooms, each with refined millwork, crown molding, ceiling fans, triple windows, and pocket doors, offer private en suites with marble floors, quartz vanities, heat lamps, and tub shower. Additional highlights include a powder room, second laundry with marble floors and built-ins, bonus room with hardwood floors, exercise room, extensive storage spaces with shelving, and thoughtful details throughout. Located minutes from Mountain View Country Club, Tussey Mountain Ski Area, Rothrock State Forest, and the charming Village of Boalsburg, home to beloved shops, restaurants, parks, and breweries, this residence also offers easy access to downtown State College and Penn State. With highways nearby and nature all around, this home embodies the very best of Happy Valley living. Welcome home to Laurel Hills, where luxury, comfort, craftsmanship, and creativity converge.

A rare opportunity to own a truly unique piece of Bellefonte and Penn State history on sought-after Curtin Street. Built in 1870 for Rebecca Valentine Pugh, widow of Dr. Evan Pugh, Penn State's first president, this remarkable Victorian residence beautifully blends historic character, architectural detail, and thoughtful modern updates. Located within Bellefonte's Historic District and recognized with a historical plaque, this inviting home offers an extraordinary connection to the people and stories that helped shape the region. Dr. Evan Pugh served as Penn State's first president from 1859 to 1864 and played a pivotal role in securing the institution's Land Grant designation. His connection to Bellefonte began through Rebecca's father, Abram Valentine, a prominent ironworks master. Pugh initially visited the Valentine family to discuss the mineral composition of the Nittany Valley, but soon began courting Rebecca, known as the Belle of Bellefonte. They married in February 1864, just months before Evan's untimely death. Rebecca never remarried, and her connection to Penn State continued throughout her life. Inside, you will be greeted with soaring ceilings, original architectural details, period hardware, antique fireplace mantels, French doors, built-in shelving, and original hardwood floors that create an inviting atmosphere throughout the home. The grand foyer and original staircase make an impressive first impression, while two fireplaces and antique crystal chandeliers add warmth and elegance. The beautifully updated kitchen is designed for serious entertaining, featuring an expansive granite island with custom cabinetry, two ovens, a warming drawer, three sinks including two prep sinks, two dishwashers, a beverage refrigerator, and abundant storage. A custom granite wet bar with additional cabinetry and open shelving provides and ideal gathering space. The home's generous layout extends across three floors and includes four full bathrooms, multiple bedrooms, and flexible living spaces. The second-floor primary suite features exposed brick, a private staircase, dressing room, laundry area, and access to the upstairs deck. The third floor offers additional finished spaces including an exercise room, office/library, project room, and loft. One of the home's most special features is its one-of-a-kind outdoor living space. The expansive covered back porch and spacious patio are perfect for entertaining, enjoying the mountain views, or simply relaxing on the porch swing. Year-round cutting gardens throughout the property attract butterflies and provide a beautiful setting for a wide variety of birds. The professionally landscaped, fenced lot creates a private and welcoming retreat in the heart of Bellefonte. The property also offers an exceptional amount of parking and workspace with a one-car attached garage plus a separate two-car attached garage, private driveway, garden shed, and full basement with workshop, workbench, tool wall, and extensive built-in storage. Numerous updates provide modern comfort while preserving the home's historic character, including updated electrical, newer windows and doors, roof and getters, energy-efficient gas furnace and water heater, central air, updated bathrooms, laundry room improvements, flooring, interior and exterior painting, landscaping, patios, porches, and more. For two decades, this unique home has also operated as a successful bed and breakfast and is in compliance with Centre Region Code regulations. Whether envisioned as a distinguished private residence, a place to entertain and gather, or a continuation of its established hospitality use, the possibilities are exceptional. Meticulously cared for and rich with history, this is a truly special opportunity to own not only an extraordinary Victorian home, but a meaningful piece of Bellefonte history with a direct connection to Penn State's first president.

Located in the highly sought-after Highland Park School District, this custom Hawkins- Welwood home blends timeless design with exceptional comfort. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms, the home features beautiful light oak hardwood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light enhanced by skylights. The expansive primary suite is complete with a sitting area, dedicated office, and oversized closet. Thoughtfully designed with quality craftmanship and generous living spaces throughout, this home is walking distance from SMU, premier shopping and dining in Snider Plaza, and across from HPISD McCullough middle school.

A rare expression of sophisticated soft contemporary design, this custom-built residence offers museum-quality architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and effortless livability in the coveted Bradfield Elementary area in HPISD. Designed and constructed for the original owner with uncompromising attention to detail, this home showcases a level of quality that exceeds expectation at every turn, with a curated palette of stone, steel, glass, and white oak throughout. Thoughtfully designed for both grand entertaining and intimate daily living, the open floor plan flows seamlessly across light-filled spaces anchored by soaring two-story ceilings. The dramatic living and dining areas are framed by clerestory and picture windows, flooding the interiors with natural light and creating spectacular two-story gallery walls ideal for art collections, enhanced by professional lighting and remote-controlled electric shades. Beautiful slate flooring grounds the main level with understated elegance. Tucked away on the first floor, the private primary suite is a true sanctuary, featuring a fireplace, two-story ceilings with clerestory windows, and a custom built-in wood headboard. The spa-inspired primary bath and closet is impeccably designed with an extensive custom white oak closet system, architectural stone accent wall, domed skylight shower, marble-surround jetted tub, and a separate area with plumbing for a coffee bar, offering the ultimate in comfort and luxury. At the heart of the home, the open kitchen and breakfast area impress with custom white oak cabinetry, leathered black stone countertops, a large center island, commercial-grade gas range with double ovens, grill and griddle, and premium Sub-Zero stainless-steel refrigerator and freezer space, perfectly suited for both everyday living and entertaining at scale. A private first-floor study with custom white oak built-ins and its own exterior entrance provides exceptional flexibility for work or creative pursuits. Adjacent to the study is a powder room and a generously sized utility room with custom cabinetry, sink, and leathered stone countertops. A floating steel, stone, and glass staircase leads to the second level, where wide-plank oak floors extend through a spacious family room or flex space featuring a hidden television concealed within custom cabinetry. Two expansive secondary ensuite bedrooms, one comparable in size to a primary suite, offer exceptional comfort, generous closet space, and beautifully appointed travertine tile baths with frameless glass enclosures and leathered black stone countertops. Additional amenities include a two-car attached garage with space for additional parking behind the garage, artificial turf in the side yard, and a front setback that offers flexibility to create a private green space or additional parking. This is a home of quiet confidence, architecturally significant, thoughtfully designed, and exquisitely finished, offering a rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional modern residence in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods of Dallas.