MARIANNE CAVEN

Description

Main Line treasure. Perched elegantly on one of North Haverford’s most sought after streets, this quintessential fieldstone colonial is the very first home built by renowned builder/architect Walter Durham in 1925. Durham’s homes were known for ‘the light coming in and the views looking out’; this home captures both exquisitely. The gracious street presence is complemented in the back by oversized windows with tiered garden views; french doors to flagstone terrace as well as sun porch and deck overlooking the stunning landscaping, trails and flat yard space. Inside, the original home was reimagined with a complete renovation in 1999-2000 (Richelou builder, Lou Schneider architect) elevating the original bones and character to modern day standards. Walk through the signature covered front door entry to the charm and grace of the reception hall. Original oak floors continue from the entry through the formal living and dining spaces. The dining room overlooks the majestic yard and leads to the sun porch and onward to the terrace. The living room is finished with an oversized fireplace, built-in shelves and french doors to the terrace. Through the dining room, an expanded chef’s kitchen features cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, honed granite countertops, oversized island, eat-in dining space with windows on three sides and walk out to a deck, ideal for grilling. Pocket doors lead to a small family room immediately off the kitchen, which also opens out to the deck. A laundry room, full bath and mudroom off the kitchen give this expansive family space every convenience. When the dishes are done, the true gathering space is an additional much larger family room with exposed stone, painted beams, triple exposure, radiant heat and french doors to the flagstone terrace. Upstairs, an expansive master suite boasts a fireplace, large windows, ample closets, lounge area with exposed stone, and a sumptuous master bath with white marble spa tub, glass shower and radiant floors. Continuing on the second floor, two additional bedrooms share a jack/jill bathroom and a fourth bedroom has an attached bathroom and french doors to a roof deck. The third floor features a large fifth bedroom with a walk-in closet. A finished basement offers additional rec/craft/gym space. Meticulously maintained with unparalleled pride of ownership. Walkable to Haverford town center, Haverford train station and Merion Cricket Club. Commuters dream with easy access to all major roadways. Lower Merion School district.

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