805 HAWTHORNE ST Downingtown, PA 19335

Pleasingly set back from the street, atop a gently sloping yard, this impressive Colonial has immense curb appeal and privacy on a one-acre lot. With a side-entry garage, the expanse of the home is further accentuated by a long covered front porch to either side of the welcoming red front door. The backyard is home to one of the most delightful surprises, an in-ground swimming pool, and spa surrounded by extensive decking, a level yard, and is screened by mature trees and plantings in all directions.

Once inside, the classic touches are evident as you pass through the hardwood foyer into the formal areas of the home, tastefully decorated in hushed neutral tones. An elegant dining room with wainscoting, a spacious living room with brick fireplace, both with hardwood flooring which extends to the spectacular open-concept kitchen. Not one, but two islands, a breakfast bar, numerous built-ins including a desk, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, skylights, and massive windows bring in natural light, and the glass sliders provide access to the back deck from the casual dining area.

The adjacent family room has a warm, welcoming, almost rustic feel with its stunning stone fireplace, exposed wood beams the kind of living space that just seems to say, come on in and get comfortable. This home offers an office on the main level, so ideal for work-from-home professionals and rising stars in school who require uninterrupted, well-equipped space to do their best studying. With a full bath near this room, it could alternatively serve as an in-law, au pair, or guest room. An updated powder room is located on the main floor, as is the laundry room with convenient cabinets, counters, and outdoor access allowing it to serve as a mudroom as well.

Upstairs, five bedrooms and two additional baths ensure privacy and restful sleep for everyone in the family. The primary bedroom is stunning for its dramatically vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, massive arched window, ceiling fan, and gleaming hardwood floor. Two closets, a recently remodeled ensuite bath, and a dressing area make this suite a truly luxurious haven. Four additional bedrooms are each generous in size, closet space, and have ceiling fans one could easily serve as a second office if that suits a familys needs better. A fully finished basement creates a world of possibilities for recreation, the pursuit of hobbies that require ample workspace, and of course, storage lots of storage in the basement, attic, and oversized garage with shelving.

The numerous upgrades and refreshes that have gone into this home are too numerous to mention individually, but prominent among them are new Anderson windows upstairs and downstairs, two-zone heating, and A/C, new 80-gallon water heater, a new roof, freshly painted walls and ceilings throughout, swimming pool replaster and tile. All this in a prime Chester County location, part of the acclaimed Downingtown area school district, and effortless access to local shopping, proximity to walking trails and commuter routes, including the PA turnpike. Get ready for a storybook spring and summer, as you and your friends enjoy your private backyard playground of entertaining, outdoor grilling and dining, swimming, and relaxing in the whirlpool hot tub after kicking around a soccer ball or a game of volleyball with the sports-minded in your family there is room for it all! Dont wait another day to visit this home and discover the lifestyle that could be yours to enjoy year-round!