As you drive into the property, the circular driveway leads to an iconic stone manor, a colonial revival design, beautifully situated in the center of nearly 2 lovely acres in Lower Moreland Township. This house was designed by the Architectural firm of Horace Trumbauer. It is one of the firms that designed the Philadelphia Art Museum, Widener Estate/Lynnewood Hall, Acardia University, and other iconic buildings throughout the United States!
This spacious, light-filled, warm and elegant property is a one of a kind. Many of the original features have been maintained including the beautiful hardwood floors throughout. An elegant formal living room with black marble fireplace, built-in bookcase and bay windows overlooks side lawn, stone arch. This view is highlighted by a glorious red maple tree! In addition, the family room features two walls of windows provide wide open views of a rose garden and spectacular lawn. It is perfect for dining and entertaining family and friends under the stars, a side door off the family room leads to a flagstone patio surrounded by a manicured boxwood hedge. Furthermore, the formal dining room has 3 beautiful built-ins for china display and 2 gracious deep-silled windows overlook the rose garden. Just outside the formal dining room is the main hall with a butler’s pantry closet, a first floor powder room and two (2) coat closets. Enjoy the large, architect-designed kitchen/great room is brightened by a skylight and 2 walls of windows. Beautiful kitchen’s French doors lead outside to spacious, wrap-around patio featuring garden boxes and built-in benches. This a fabulous space for outdoor entertaining or family meals. Two steps down from kitchen/great room is a multi-purpose large room with 4 windows providing ample natural light. This room is currently used as a gym and laundry area. Additional laundry facilities are in the basement. Bilco doors provide convenient egress from the basement. New heating and central air systems were installed in late 2019. Second floor has 4 spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a primary bedroom ensuite renovated in late 2019. Third floor has a bedroom, full bathroom, 2 large walk-in storage closets and a cedar closet. Three gabled windows add charm to this living space. A three-story back staircase leads from the third floor down to the ground floor kitchen. A spectacular feature of the property is the garage, a detached two-story building. On the first floor there are 3 large parking bays. Adjacent to the parking area is ample workspace. A staircase leads to an enormous second floor with unlimited possibilities. The 10 windows and 2 sunburst windows provide natural sunlight for this amazing space. The beautifully landscaped lawn surrounding is perfect you’re your events!