Colonial

One of a kind property designed by Walter Durham sits on a delightful acre plus of lawns and gardens. The bright and open design will delight, tucked away at the top of a hill, but within minutes of SEPTA station, stores and shops, and the beautiful campus of BM College as well as Historic Harriton House close by. The cobblestone and brick forecourt with mellow brick walls lends European flair. Wrought iron gates protect the driveway which leads to the detached two car garage, with studio apartment with full bath & kitchenette above, useful for inlaws, guests or aupairs. Enter the house under a rose arbor to soaring ceilings overlooked by a 23' art gallery, bathed with natural & custom lighting. Living room with wood burning fireplace set in a paneled chimney breast with bookshelves. Coat closets and PR, study with big windows and raised log fireplace. Antique brick-floored dining room with two leaded pane glass doored cabinets. Entertain in the heated Florida room with tall window walls, intricate brickwork & slate floor opening to the elegant patio and pool area. Marvellous for plants, parties or just cooling off. Beyond the pool, there is a walled Japanese garden with many specimen trees and plants. Modern kitchen with granite countertops has all the amenities. You can work with or watch the cook in the sun-filled space. Desk area and access to basement. Outside entrance to brick breakfast patio leads to garage. Step down to a bright family room with eating area and wood burning stove. Outside entrance to the pool and spa. The floors are tiled and there is room for a ping pong table. Full bath and laundry room. A floating staircse rises via second floor gallery leading to the E.B. Mahoney updated master suite with large bedroom overlooking the pool and grounds, dressing area, large walk in closet and spacious modern bath with separate shower and tub. Second bedroom with private bath. Third and fourth bedrooms share an updated Jack and Jill bath. There is a study/TV room with storage and built-ins. Linen closets. Opportunity to own a romantic, manageable mini-estate in a top drawer neighborhood.