Description
Welcome to an exceptional classic Main Line Colonial residence nestled on one of Merion Station's most sought-after streets. Beautiful corner lot with an expansive circular driveway offering ample parking for up to six cars plus an additional driveway to a two-car heated garage. Mature landscaping surrounds this home providing privacy and offering both rose and vegetable/herb gardens. The covered front door portico welcomes you to the gracious foyer with exquisite woodwork detail, beautiful hardwood floors, and the warmth of old-world charm. The expansive sized Living Room is complete with wood wood-burning fireplace, built-ins, and a large picture window. Glass double French doors on either side of the fireplace lead to a stone-floored sunroom. Surrounded by windows and abundant sunlight, this warm and inviting room faces gardens on all sides. It is the perfect tranquil place to relax and unwind and is heated for added comfort. The generously sized Dining Room has beautiful hardwood floors and an entrance to an open covered side porch for easy outside entertaining. The gourmet eat-in Kitchen with dark wood cabinetry has granite countertops and an island for additional workspace. Appliances are all stainless steel, Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, Thermidor gas range with electric oven, built-in microwave, stainless sink with water filter, and dishwasher. There is a fabulous glass-doored built-in cupboard, room for a kitchen table, and a built-in desk with shelving. Behind the kitchen, you will find the main floor laundry room. An outside exit to the side driveway and heated two-car garage allow easy access with packages and groceries into the kitchen area. The back hallway from the kitchen to the main foyer has a built-in cabinet, entrance to the basement, powder room and leaded glass door coat closet. An additional outside entrance to the rear gardens, garage, and basketball court completes this lever. There is ample outdoor space for recreation and relaxation! The large full basement has been freshly painted with a French drainage system and plenty of shelving for storage. An open staircase leads to the second floor with hardwood flooring. At the top of the stairs, there is a small bedroom, perfect for an office or nursery, plus two generously sized bedrooms with a jack & jill hall bath with a soaking tub. One bedroom has a door to the second-floor balcony. The prime bedroom suite consists of a dressing room/closet, an updated full bath with double vanities and marble counters, and an oversized bedroom with plenty of natural light. The third floor opens to a large carpeted Family Room/Bedroom with a walk-in storage closet. An additional two bedrooms and a full bath complete this floor. Attention to detail and maintenance show clearly throughout this residence. Three-zone AC, upgraded plumbing and updated electrical, etc. Enjoy the convenience of shopping, restaurants, houses of worship, effortless commutes via Merion train station, and easy access to major highways and public transportation as well as award-winning Lower Meiron Schools.
