Colonial

Simply prominent, simply sophisticated, simply home. The commanding 10 ft double door entry to 976 Idlewild leads to a custom experience, where each room and deliberately placed piece, surpasses all expectations, achieving a stylish and intimate living experience, like no other. This 3 Story Custom Stone Manor home offers an amazing open and transitional floor plan on 1.28 magnificent, private and lush acres situated on one of Gladwyne's most coveted cul-de-sac streets. This home has been carefully curated both inside and out as evident in the design by McIntyre-Capron & Associates where no expense has been spared. The stunning real stone exterior is beautifully balanced by the 100 year Canadian unfading black slate roof. Once you step inside you will immediately take notice of the 21 foot entry foyer with custom designed wrought iron sweeping circular staircase and the striking and timeless white Carrara & black marble harlequin floors. There are soaring 10 foot ceilings, 9 inch base moldings and 12 inch curved crown moldings throughout. The first floor provides an incredible open concept floor plan where every room flows seamlessly from one to the next allowing for perfectly balanced informal and formal living spaces. The Gourmet Chef's Kitchen will meet your every need. This stunning space which overlooks the manicured rear grounds and pool area features custom Wood-Mode kitchen cabinetry, white Cararra marble flooring, white Carrara marble countertops & backsplash, a solid Black granite island which offers the perfect space for countless dining needs. You'll also find a Thermador 48 inch professional gas range with griddle, gas grill & dual convection ovens, Best 48 inch vented chimney hood, Sub-Zero 48 inch stainless steel refrigerator and freezer, Sub-Zero beverage drawers, 2 Bosch stainless steel dishwashers, Thermador warming drawer, U-Line ice maker and Motorized shades. The Breakfast Room is truly one of the most serene spaces you will find with a transom glass surround entry, Carrara with absolute black granite inlay flooring, soaring 15 foot ceiling heights, Dual French Doors leading to the outdoor Loggia and additional custom kitchen pass-thru cabinet storage. Off of the Family Room one will find a chic first floor black tufted leather bar area which provides an incredible 300 gallon aquarium as the backdrop, black absolute granite countertops with undermount sink, U-Line refrigerator and U-Line ice maker. The Architectural Digest inspired Living Room with hand-carved custom Carrara marble fireplace, exquisite Brazilian cherry flooring is the perfect place for your Baby Grand piano. Additional first floor features include a private Library with mahogany walls, marble fireplace and private patio space great for a night cap or cigar. The Stephen Starr inspired Dining Room is the perfect place for a night of culinary showcasing. There is also a Den/Bedroom Suite and full bath on the first floor with outdoor access to the pool/spa and batting cage. As you go up the floating staircase to the second floor the sumptuous Master Suite awaits. Enter thru double doors and to your right you will find a one of a kind powder room with a private sitting room and marble fireplace, the exquisite master bedroom suite with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, a dressing closet which leads to both His & Her Master bath suites and His & Her walk-in closets. There are 4 additional exceptionally sized bedrooms with ensuite baths. The third fl offers a separate apartment suite complete with kitchenette, sitting area and elegant bedroom suite with full bath. The outdoor space is not to be missed with a Hamptons style pool, outdoor loggia with fireplace and spa, picturesque gardens and an outdoor lighted batting cage and putting green. The daylight lower level provides a state of the art home theater& oversized power reclining chairs. There is also a gaming area and Gym w windows. Oversized 3 car garage with Garagetek system. www.976idlewild.com