Description

The home at 770 Parkes Run Lane, aka Arborview, was built in 1925 and renovated and extended throughout its lifespan. Situated on one of the well know streets in Radnor Township the property sits in the heart of Philadelphias Main Line and all its offerings. The approx. 2 acre parcel is incredibly private and beautifully landscaped by Gale Nurseries and boasts a Gated entrance, a long circulating cobblestone driveway, a superior all-stone estate with slate roof, a heated in ground pool and extensive stone garden wall work, and flagstone and brick patterned walkways. The main house was completely renovated by renowned EB. Mahony Builders, and its exceptional craftsmanship and exquisite décor make this home one of the Main Lines most elegant and exclusive estates. Once through the quaint arched mahogany front door, on enters into the foyer tower which houses the curved stairway allowing you to feel the grand, yet intimate feel of this light filled home. It is truly the entertainer's dream, with oversized entertaining areas such as the dining room with wood burning fireplace, and the cathedral ceiling formal living room with a dramatic limestone fireplace (7wide by 13 feet high) adjacent to both the pool patio and the and butlers cigarl bar. The hallways with large windows encompasses radiant heat covered in tile imported from France and a cozy butternut bleached wood sitting room with fireplace. The Gourmet Chefs kitchen with exposed stone wall has a Quartz island countertop, Subzero and Viking professional appliances, and a large and welcoming eating area surrounded by windows which look out to the park like setting. Situated in the area between the kitchen and the handsome wood paneled den, you will find another wet bar area with an ice maker to service the kitchen, dining room and outdoor built in gas bar-b-que and pool. This floor also houses 2 powder rooms, a large mudroom with laundry, and an oversized 4 car garage with a workshop. Each side of the house has a staircase tower with dramatic cast iron stairs. The upper level has 5 bedrooms and 6 baths. The Main bedroom has a cozy gas starter fireplace, sitting room as well as his and her baths and closets with Marble tile, radiant heat and seamless shower doors. There is a second laundry on this level and an office/study area and family den as well as 3 additional bedrooms with private full baths and a 4/5 bedroom with shared full bath. The third floor has a full bath and provides lots of climate controlled storage. Floors and Painting has recently been redone thus removing the wall coverings. The neighborhood maintains its own homeowners community of events and correspondence. The homes on the lane have a private entrance to the Radnor trail and is a quick jolt into Wayne (1.2 miles). The Paoli Amtrak Keystone Line to New York is approximately 3 miles away. This is for the 770 parcel, 768 is not currently listed it houses the guest house with a regulation basketball half court though seller will discuss a sale which includes both parcels. Seller is a PA licensed real estate agent.

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