Colonial

This exceedingly charming, top-to-bottom renovated modern home in historic Gladwyne will win your heart with its incredible curb appeal & location with beautiful grounds; here is the epitome of a family dream house that has no compromises. Every detail is tailored to quality, comfort & elegance. You ll enjoy a gated driveway where the kids can play safely, and wonderful outdoor areas, a huge wraparound covered porch and generous private rear grounds for sports, entertaining & kids activities. Inside, you ll find gorgeous wood floors, airy ceilings, a striking staircase, tasteful wainscoting & sleek recessed lighting will make an impression, while oversized windows brighten generously-sized rooms throughout. The expansive open-plan living/dining room with high 12 ceilings is a perfect setting for quiet nights with loved ones or large gatherings on special occasions. The connecting chef s kitchen inspires culinary creativity with premium stainless-steel appliances, custom cabinets, granite countertops & center island with seating. Nearby, a butler s pantry with wine fridge offers easy serving, and a lovely breakfast room with built-in bench accommodates casual meals. The spacious family room with a wood-burning marble-surround fireplace & dual sets of French doors leads to the amazing covered porch. This oasis provides nearly 1,000 sf of bliss for cocktail parties, morning coffee, reading the paper, al fresco dining, children s playtime & savoring the views. Completing the main level is a powder room, laundry room and plenty of storage.Upstairs awaits a fabulous vaulted master bedroom suite with a wood-burning fireplace, sitting room & big walk-in-closet. Refresh in the luxe spa bathroom with double sinks, an oval soaking tub & glass-enclosed shower. Four more bedrooms plus 2 hall baths are ideal for family and provide options for a home office, den and or exercise room. Level 3 presents a private bedroom suite with bathroom & skylights. The finished lower level extends the living area with a family room/rec space, full bath, au-pair/in law room & lots of storage. Other highlights of this gem include a 2-car detached garage, full-house generator, new hot water boiler & new hardscaping with sophisticated drainage. The location is supreme, in the award-winning Lower Merion School District walkable to Gladwyne Elementary, Gladwyne Village shops, the library, parks, trails & more, with convenient access to Routes 476 & 76, Center City & PHL Airport.