Private Gated Estate in Radnor, Villanova - The home at 770 Parkes Run Lane, aka Arborview, was built in 1925 and renovated and extended throughout its lifespan. Situated in Radnor Township the property sits a stones throw from the open space of Androssan in the heart of Philadelphias Main Line, Downtown Wayne, and all its offerings. The approx. 2 acre parcel was beautifully landscaped by Gale Nurseries for privacy and to emulate English gardens. The home boasts a Gated driveway entrance, a long circulating cobblestone driveway, all-stone exterior with slate roof and copper roofs, a heated in ground pool and extensive stone wall work enhanced with flagstone and brick patterned walkways. The original house was completely renovated by renowned EB. Mahony Builders and has currently had the floors refinished, wall paper removed, walls painted - it is "decorator ready". Upon entry through the arched mahogany door, one enters into the foyer tower which houses the curved stairway allowing you to feel the intimate nature of this light filled home. It is the entertainer's dream, with oversized 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) which surrounds both the pool patio and the and butlers cigar bar. The hallways with large windows encompasses radiant heat covered 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 grounds. Situated in the area between the kitchen and 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/pool area. 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 and brass railings. The upper level has 4 ensuite bedrooms and one set of Jack & Jill rooms. The Master bedroom is spacious and a French patio that overseas the 200 year old oak tree and spectacular private grounds, a great place for a morning coffee...The master also has a cozy gas starter fireplace, sitting room, his and her baths with Marble tile, radiant heat, insta hot water showers and seamless shower doors. There is a second laundry on this level, 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 and has its own heat zone. The home rental include the carriage home that has a regulation basketball half court, kitchen 1.5 baths, bedroom and sitting room. Landscaping will be done by landlord, tenant will take care of utilities and pool. The neighborhood maintains its own home community with 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. Seller is a PA licensed real estate agent. There is no sale sign on the property.
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