Carriage House
8847 NORWOOD AVENUE
PHILADELPHIA , PA 19118
MLS#: PAPH726510
$1,795,000

Property
Beds
3
Full Baths
3
1/2 Baths
1
Year Built
1867
Sq.Footage
4,726
"Hollowood," a miniature estate in Chestnut Hill, is a picture from a storybook. Wonderful collection of three lovingly restored 19th century out-buildings nestled on a breathtaking 3 acre hillside riven by a whispering brook. Enchanting gardens with a delightful combination of manicure and naturalism provide an incredible setting for open-air entertaining. Main residence is a carefully restored carriage house with custom woodwork crafted to match the period of the original details. Total square footage of main residence is 2,538 sq. ft. Main level features a large living space with fireplace, balcony, exposed beams, and wide plank floors, as well as library, dining room with exquisite built-ins, kitchen, and powder room. The upper level offers the master suite with 2 Juliet balconies overlooking the gardens, 2 full baths and an additional versatile living space. The lower level bedroom has an en suite bath and glass doors leading to a stone terrace and fountain. Spacious second residence, featuring library with skylights, kitchenette, bedroom and 1 baths, offers space for guests or opportunity for passive income. Total square footage of the second house is 2,070 sq. ft.Greenhouse studio with reflecting pond & wood stove is perfect for an afternoon retreat or warming up between sledding runs. Eleven flagstone and brick terraces dotting the landscape provide ideal lookout points from which to enjoy the magic of "Hollowood." This peaceful retreat is within walking distance to the village of Chestnut Hill and offers quick and easy access Center City Philadelphia and New York via rail.
Features & Amenities
Interior
-
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s)
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Total Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
3
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1/2 Bathrooms
1
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Above Grade Finished Area
4726.0
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Basement YN
YES
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Cooling YN
YES
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Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
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Fireplace YN
YES
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Heating YN
YES
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Heating
Electric, Forced Air
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Pet friendly
N/A
Exterior
-
Garage
Yes
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Garage spaces
2
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Construction Materials
Stone
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Parking
Oversized, Attached
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Pool
No
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Waterfront YN
NO
Area & Lot
-
Lot Features
Sloped, Wooded
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Lot Size(acres)
3.0
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Property Type
Residential
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Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
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Architectural Style
Carriage House
Price
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Sales Price
$1,795,000
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Tax Amount
10500.0
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Sq. Footage
4, 726
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Price/SqFt
$379
HOA
-
Association
NO
School District
-
Elementary School
N/A
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Middle School
N/A
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High School
N/A
Property Features
-
Foundation Details
Stone
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Senior Community YN
NO
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Sewer
Septic Tank
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PHILADELPHIA
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Listing Courtesy of Patrick J Gallagher , BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
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