311 Kent Road, WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096 (MLS # PAMC2128954)

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PRICE $1,550,000 BEDS 6 BATHS 5 HOME SIZE 4,530 sqft LOT SIZE 20,038 sqft Request More Info

Welcome to 311 Kent Road, a classic center hall colonial nestled within one of the most walkable and most cherished family neighborhoods in the Main Line. Wide, tree lined streets with sidewalks and beautiful historic homes encourage a leisurely stroll to Ardmore's Suburban Square, Narberth's Town Center, and the Wynnewood Shopping Center. Enjoy close proximity to Trader Joe's, the Ardmore Farmer's Market, Whole Foods, many restaurants, brewpubs, interesting shops, the Narberth library and playground, and Lower Merion High School and its athletic fields, track, and tennis courts. Rail commuters can walk to SEPTA's Wynnewood station in just seven minutes. The Ardmore station is also only minutes away and has access to AMTRAK to New York City. This special 6 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath home in the Toland Farm Neighborhood is situated on a level lot that backs to a preservation meadow for additional privacy. There are many authentic elements, including hardwood floors, built-ins, interesting millwork, original hardware, arched doorways, and multiple fireplaces, that epitomize Main Line architectural charm. This home also accommodates the needs of today's lifestyle with its renovated kitchen and family room addition. Drive through the wrought iron gate at the front of the property and down the private driveway to the slate steps that lead to the main entrance. Enter into the stately center hall which features hardwood floors, framed archways, crown molding, wall sconces, and double French doors that open to a flagstone terrace with stone sitting wall. To the left of the hall, is a gracious living room that boasts built-in shelves, crown molding, a wood burning fireplace with marble surround, and a Dutch door out to a large covered patio. This patio is the perfect place to enjoy your morning cup of coffee or just watch the world go by. To the right of the center hall is a formal dining room that can seat a large group comfortably and hosts two built-in china cupboards, wall sconces, a decorative fireplace, and hardwood floors. A side hallway off of the center hall includes an under staircase closet and a powder room with a pedestal sink, and leads to the original butler's pantry and back stairs to the second floor. The butler's pantry with its ample cabinetry and sink serves as the beverage center when entertaining. The renovated kitchen is equipped with attractive wood cabinetry, granite countertops, ceramic tile backsplash and floor, stainless steel appliances, including a one year old refrigerator, double oven, gas cooktop, microwave oven, and dishwasher, a separate desk area, and a cozy breakfast bar. The kitchen opens to a sun drenched family room that was thoughtfully added to enhance the home's flow and is rarely found in older homes. The family room showcases a vaulted ceiling with skylights, a gas fireplace, and French doors out to the flagstone patio where you can enjoy al fresco summer dinners. The adjacent mud room houses a laundry closet with full size washer and dryer, a large coat closet, bench seating, and an exit to the driveway and 2 car detached garage. The basement provides plenty of storage possibilities and has a covered outside exit to the side yard. The turned staircase to the second floor leads to the owners' suite which is comprised of a spacious bedroom with a fireplace and Dutch doors to a private bright sitting room, and a full bathroom that connects with bedroom 2 which features a stained glass transom and sconces. The second floor offers 3 additional bedrooms that share 2 full hall bathrooms. You will have plenty of space for family and friends. The third floor includes a generously sized bedroom with a ceiling fan, a renovated hall bathroom with walk in stall shower and vanity, 2 storage rooms, and a cedar closet. Don't miss out on the rare opportunity to live in a prized location within the award winning Lower Merion School District. So schedule your appointment today.