Colonial, Contemporary

This house, nestled on one of the most coveted streets in Gladwyne, on a just over two acres, offers a one-of-a-kind property blending a classic vintage Historic 18 th Century stone farmhouse with contemporary styled addition. This home is featuring charm-filled spaces, coziness, and original old-world details while it strikes you with its walls of windows and high ceilings. The first-floor original part of the house presents a great Kitchen (five-burner propane cooktop, double ovens, side-by-side Sub-Zero refrigerator, island with sink, and granite countertops) with dining area and door to the back covered porch, the Dining Room/Family Room is accented by wood-burning fireplace for chilly nights and offers a door to a large terrace; a powder room is also present. The addition promotes an elegant foyer and a step-down, impressive 10-foot ceiling Great Room/Living Room with fireplace, banks of floor-to-ceiling windows and access to the large, private terraced area overlooking a stunning woodland setting. The second floor is equally remarkable. The Primary Suite has a generously sized bedroom with door to a covered balcony, a special place to drink morning coffee or read the newspaper while admiring the color changes of the foliage, a dressing area and a private bathroom. The second floor of the original building is reached using the same staircase and features a well centrally located sitting room with access to two additional bedrooms (one a possible Office/Dressing Room), a convenient 2nd floor Laundry and Hall Bath, and stairs to the floor above. The third-floor offers two additional bedrooms (one very small) and Full Bath. The partial basement is unfinished and could be used as wine cellar or simply for storage. Hardwood floors are throughout, including random-width pegged flooring as well as original pine floors. Additionally, this unique property offers a very desirable parcel of ground. The front of which could be used by the new owner for different building purposes. This is a prime property situated on one of Gladwyne’s most bucolic and notable roads that will give the opportunity to build a primary residence with a charming historic cottage in the rear or to create a legendary “family compound”. Please do not drive onto the property or walk the grounds without a confirmed appointment.