Welcome to whimsical classic Georgian style home in heart of downtown!! The property and the gardens have been aesthetically designed and thoughtfully laid out. Front exterior has been completely gone through face lift with brick repointing, new facade, new shutters, new brick & blue stone steps and landscaping.
6 bedroom, 4 full bath and 2 half bath with 2 car detached garage and long driveway, .52 acre are just unheard of in City. This home is a test of time enhancing the traditional home with livable, comfortable, beautiful spaces with modern updates. Spacious rooms are arranged around the high center hall, whose centerpiece is an elaborate staircase. Fully equipped with top-of-the-line appliances the kitchen with its distinctive granite counters and paneled cabinets, dishwasher(2018), beverage refrigerator(2020), New refrigerator and Surround custom cabinets(2022) , coffee bar and a gas fireplace accents the seating and dining areas. Upper level details and finishes are consistent with main, and spaces offer flexible use for multiple bedrooms and recreation. The primary bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom consistently original, with double sinks set in a carved furniture style vanity. A large walk-in dressing room with custom build-ins including multi-level hanging areas, shelving, cabinets, built-in island with granite top, shoe shelves, and additional closets enhance the bedroom suite. The third level has been updated for leisure and entertainment providing many options. Previously set up as a cigar/bar lounge with pool table. The detached two-bay garage is served with a private drive and ample parking. Under a canopy of mature trees, the front and back yards are fully landscape with colorful perennials, rose bushes and flowering trees. The back yard is overly spacious with the addition of the adjoining lot, (acreage, assessed value and real estate taxes reflect both parcels) adding to its unbelievable privacy and quiet for the near city. Perfectly located to local restaurants and bars which are walking distance, enjoy walking the dog, running and biking along the trails of the Brandywine River, Brandywine zoo, three parks and summer festivals, No need to find the parking space for Greek and Italian festival.. Keep your car in the garage and walk to it. Additional features and updates are: New 40yr shingle roof (2017) new gutter(2017), Leaf guard(2017), 24 total custom Pella windows in 3rd floor, 2nd floor guest room and sleeping porch(2020), Flagstone back patio(2020), exterior shutters(2020), fully painted(2022), sprinkler system in the backyard, HVAC(2018), Refinished 2nd floor Hardwood floor , Plantation shutters in 1st floor front windows(2020). Don't miss this great home!!