Colonial, Craftsman

Great family living awaits you in this beautiful all-custom Craftsman-style house in a tranquil neighborhood, walkable to downtown Narberth! Designed by a local architect with the aim to make it distinctive, the spacious 4 bedroom 4.1 bath gem is anything but cookie-cutter, with a unique look and gracious open flow. It was lovingly created and custom built in 2011, very well maintained since. All of the finishes are custom, from the front facade featuring Wissahickon Schist stone from a quarry in Chestnut Hill, to the granite countertops in the kitchen and several bathrooms, to the gorgeous Brazilian Cherry flooring, and were hand-picked by the owners with care. A fabulous 3-story entry foyer greets your arrival, boasting a dramatic staircase rising to upper levels. Airy vaulted 9+ ceilings grace the main floor, bathed in light from generous windows and skylights. At right is a handsome office for working remotely, and to the left sits the dining room with gas fireplace that effortlessly connects to the kitchen, breakfast area, and expansive great room for entertaining. This heart of the home is perfect for family time too, with kids doing homework at the bar stools around the kitchen island or the nearby built-in workstation with desk, chatting as you prepare meals. Top-of-the-line chefs quarters will wow the cook and those who love socializing around food, complete with a powerful Thermador 6-burner stove & double convection oven, lots of seating, and 2nd sink/butlers pantry with a wine/beverage cooler. The great room is a stunner, an enormous living space with vaulted 27 ceilings, exposed beams and tons of windows framing picturesque views. Step outdoors to the serene grounds from the breakfast and/or great rooms, or enjoy the rays in the enclosed sunroom off the dining room. Also on this level is an inviting guest bedroom with full bath, powder room & laundry room. On the 2nd story, comfortable en-suite bedrooms and offices afford peace and privacy. The primary suite accented by a 20 vaulted ceiling is a divine retreat with a sitting area or office, walk-in closet, and elegant spa bath with 2 sinks, soaking tub & separate shower. Ready to be finished is the 3rd floor with a bedroom + sitting area and roughed-in plumbing for a full bath, making it an ideal nanny or in-law suite. The basement is huge, running the entire footprint of the home. The front portion was recently finished with high-end porcelain tile flooring; plumbing exists for a potential kitchen & bath in the unfinished rear area. A detached 2-car garage, large yard, and premier location heighten the allure. Walk to downtown Narberth in 10 minutes, with convenience to shops, restaurants, banks, pubs and more. The Narberth Train Station provides a quick 18-minute train ride into Center City. Life in Lower Merion Twp. also means access to excellent top-rated schools!