An incredible commercial real estate Heritage Rail Trail opportunity, this shovel-ready 5-property compound was assembled and restored by the late architectural artist Dave Keller. The unique destination balances active, ongoing residential income with an unmatched commercial development launchpad.
Beautifully situated in this historic region, the Seitzland Village project serves as a highly visible gateway destination for travelers, cyclists, and history enthusiasts alike. It offers an unparalleled footprint for a brewery, distillery, retail boutique, or premium corporate headquarters.
The Real Story: Historic Village Overlay (HVO) Entitlements
In a region defined by conservative, tight residential zoning, the real value of this 2.26-acre package lies in its unique Historic Village Overlay (HVO) zoning. Explicitly structured to promote tourism-driven commerce, the entitlement position for this property cannot be replicated elsewhere along the corridor. Pre-approvals are already completely secured for:
- Micro-brewery, distillery, or winery tasting rooms
- Restaurant, café, and outdoor hospitality concepts
- Boutique retail, including specialized bicycle and outdoor gear operations
- Bed and breakfast or expanded short-term lodging infrastructure
The Commercial Anchor: The Train Station
At the center of the village sits the meticulously restored, ~6,600 square foot historic Train Station. Structurally complete, geothermal heated, and equipped with heated outdoor walkways and stairs, this open-interior footprint is blank-canvas ready for final tenant build-out.
Built-In Revenue Streams
Supporting the commercial core are four distinct residential structures providing built-in cash flow and scalability:
1 – The Nicholas Seitz Stone House
A stunning 1848 fieldstone property currently operating as a successful active short-term rental.
2 – The Original Seitzland Hotel
A historic ~2,200 square foot building operating as a 2-unit long-term rental
3 – The Green House
A planned 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom Airbnb currently under renovation to expand your lodging footprint.
4 – The Blue House
A structurally intact value-add property ready for redevelopment.
Captive, Discretionary Traffic Numbers
The customer base is literally engineered into the location. The property sits platform-adjacent to two major local traffic drivers:
- The Heritage Rail Trail: Draws over 263,000 annual visits, with the densest user demographic concentrated in the 55–65 age bracket—established, discretionary spenders looking for dining and retail options between Glen Rock and New Freedom.
- The Northern Central Railway: Logged over 20,000 passengers in 2025 (a 15% year-over-year jump), pulling half of its ridership from affluent out-of-county travel markets.
Current ownership has finished the high-risk heavy lifting: acquisition, structural remediation, consolidation, and zoning. The incoming buyer steps directly into a shovel-ready ecosystem with immediate revenue paths.
Inquire Regarding Private Walkthroughs
To coordinate a private, comprehensive tour of the properties, contact Jonelle Daviau directly at 717.817.6381 or email jonelle@sychomes.com.
