Colonial

626 Hazelhurst AvenueMerion Station, PAPristine residence on nearly an acre of gorgeous grounds in prime Merion Station! This modern beauty with an expansive circular drive and stunning stone and stucco fa ade makes a striking statement. Extremely private, the house is surrounded by mature trees front and back, assuring serenity and picturesque views. It is truly a unique and desirable living destination for the family seeking that perfect combination of classic elegance, modern luxury, generous living space and superb location. Step inside beyond the elegant solid wood front door to encounter a gracious center hall foyer enriched by hardwood floors, a curved staircase and tasteful millwork. The light-bathed living room at right, currently used as a piano room, lends sophistication for entertaining with a charming wood-burning fireplace and big bay window overlooking the front property. Glass-paneled French doors lead to an adjacent private office that faces the rear yard and also connects to the family room. To the left of the entry foyer, through a wide opening sits the formal dining room graced by crown moldings and wainscoting, a perfect setting for sharing meals and celebrating special occasions. The kitchen is a masterpiece, featuring striking coffered ceilings, extensive granite countertops, a huge furniture-style center island with seating and storage, tons of cabinetry and premium appliances for the chef. Providing a seamless flow is a sun-flooded open breakfast room with access to the spacious rear patio, and a fabulous open family room with coffered and vaulted ceilings, skylights, and an architecturally distinctive fireplace. Also conveniently off the kitchen is a mudroom, adjoining the attached 3-car garage with coated floors and a built-in work area. A large coat closet and powder room complete the exquisite main level. Upstairs await tranquil sleeping quarters with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a laundry room. The luxurious carpeted master suite offers sitting and dressing areas, and spa-like bathroom with double sinks, a jetted tub, and separate shower. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a lovely jack & jill bath with double sinks, and bedroom 4 is en-suite. A sizable unfinished area can easily be finished to suit your needs. The day-lit walkout lower level is a real showstopper and ideal for game day entertaining with travertine stone floors, high coffered ceilings, gas-burning fireplace and built-in entertainment center, glass doors to the patio with pergola, a full bath, custom mahogany wood bar with double tap keg-orator, sink and fridge, billiards area, temperature-controlled wine room, and home gym with cork flooring. All this, in a great location near the best amenities!