Converted Barn, Cottage, Split Level

This charming history-rich home, once a barn as part of the Biddle estate, was originally on the site of a working apple farm, built in the late 1800's. The family s children, converted the barn into a unique summer retreat, creating additions * making updates in the late 60's/early 70's. Along the long private drive remain some of the original apple trees. The large estate sits on Duncan Lane. The current property has an entrance marked by 2 stone pillars and the original wrought iron gates. The private drive winds through the groundskeeper's cottage + the original Mill house, just below 200 Highland s property. Mature trees grace the grounds everywhere, with Ash, Holly & Japanese Snowbell among them. The land backs to Appletree Farm Land Trust, affording incredible beauty & lasting privacy. Appreciating the stunning natural setting is blissful, especially from wonderful outdoor patios & decks that provide a private retreat for relaxing & entertaining. A large in-ground pool completes the tranquil back yard and is designed to bring hours of enjoyment, whether for swimming laps, hosting pool parties, or cooling off on hot summer days. While offering an incomparable country setting, this special residence sits in a prime location convenient to all amenities, including shopping in Bryn Mawr, Haverford & Ardmore, public & private schools, and train transportation. Also within walking distance, blue-ribbon award winning Coopertown Elementary School and a public park complete with tennis courts. In addition to the gorgeous grounds, a stucco exterior with cedar roof & decorative shutters catches the eye. Inside a gracious hardwood foyer with staircase introduces elegance & leads to 2 bedroom suites each complete with full bath and showers and featuring balconies overlooking the private yard & pool. At right, a hall with closets proceeds to the light-bathed great room with windows on 3 exposures, built-ins & picturesque views all around. A half-level down is the bright, spacious master bedroom with sliding doors to a tranquil private deck & stairs to the lower patio. Pocket doors present a sky-lit master bath with a double sink & oversized shower for unwinding. Continue down another half level to the expansive living/dining room & kitchen/breakfast area (with an outside entrance) for seamless entertaining. The generous living/dining room boasts a wood-burning fireplace & 3 arched sets of French doors extending to the patio oasis. Off the dining room is a galley kitchen with granite countertops, farmhouse sink w/disposal, 6-burner range, built-in refrigerator & dishwasher, wine fridge, workstation + pass-through w/hanging bar for extra seating. From the kitchen, you also have entry to a powder room & attached 2-car garage. Excellent storage + a partial basement w/laundry complete this finely done, storied home!