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Estate To Put A ‘Sonrisa’ On Your Face One of the Delaware Valley’s premier residences, “Sonrisa” (Smile) is a gated art deco-inspired masterpiece designed by Krass & Associates and masterfully constructed in 2006 by the AJ Lewis Corp in Gwynedd Valley. Designed to meet the most discerning preferences, this stunning four-bedroom, five-full and three-half-bathroom residence redefines elegant living. Rarely does a home of this caliber come to market. Built on a grand scale for entertaining with six unique fireplaces, elevator, koi pond, outdoor terraces and fountains, dramatic barrel ceiling family room, inlaid black walnut, oak and limestone floors, elaborate vaulted ceilings and built-in cabinetry and Ludowici tile roof. A walk-out finished lower level defies description with a gym, den, full bath with steam shower, ’50s style diner, home theater reminiscent of 1920s grand elegance with seating for 12. Other features include: a Crestron home automation system, unique ambient lighting throughout, imported solid doors and hardware, incredible tile work and Charles Hess Jr. landscape design. Meticulous attention to detail inside and out.
1308 Meetinghouse Road, Gwynedd, Pa. 4 beds | 5 full, 3 partial baths $10 million Jamie Adler (215) 654-6016
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Spacious, Magnificent Gwynedd Valley Estate Timeless and elegant describe this true estate in prestigious Gwynedd Valley. Built by the builder, for the builder, the residence is sited on more than 1.5 acres and offers more than 11,000 square feet of living space. This home was designed for those with the most discriminating taste and an appreciation for fine living. The wrought iron gate opens to a long, private drive leading to the magnificent stone and stucco exterior of the home that contains within an architectural masterpiece. Exquisitely detailed and artfully crafted, this Tom Wittemann design is the crown jewel among Philomeno & Salamone’s numerous estate homes. Elaborate moldings and millwork throughout defy what few builders or budgets could afford today. The two-story, formal entrance with wainscoting detail, elliptical staircase, elaborate moldings and latticework windows are the first representation of the home’s uniqueness. The rest of the home does not disappoint: Well appointed & masterful, this home is a must see. Residence provides quick access to New York City and Philadelphia.
820 Brushtown Road, Gwynedd Valley, Pa. 5 beds | 6 full, 3 partial baths $3.65 million Nicole Miller-Desantis (215) 641-2727
5 beds | 6 full, 3 partial baths Timeless & Elegant describe this true estate in prestigious Gwynedd Valley. Built by the builder, for the builder, the residence is sited on over 1.5 acres and offers over 11,000 sf of living space. This home was designed for those with the most discriminating taste and an appreciation for fine living.
820 BRUSHTOWN RD, GWYNEDD VALLEY, PA
$3.65 M (6005156)
5 beds | 5 full, 1 partial baths Meticulously maintained, solid built, Philomeno & Salamone estate home offers nearly 6,000 sq.ft. of living space on 3/4 acres w/3 bay garage. Conveniently located on a private cul de sac in desirable Blue Bell,this home was designed to entertain with its’ custom finishes t/o including newly renovated gourmet kitchen.
84 NORRISTOWN RD, BLUE BELL, PA 19422
$965,000 (5962964) 5 beds | 3 full, 1 partial baths Tastefully decorated colonial in desirable Polo Club Estates in the heart of Gwynedd Valley. Sited on over an acre, this well positioned, brightly lit home has improvements throughout. Hardwood flooring, custom paint, newly renovated powder & mud rooms along with numerous other finishes that highlight this beautifully maintained home.
1204 HUNT SEAT DR, LOWER GWYNEDD, PA
$1.125 M (6196317) 4 beds | 3 full, 2 partial baths Sited on a nearly 1 acre wooded lot in popular Penn Oak, this pretty stone colonial boasts nearly 7,000 sq. ft. of living space w/ its full, finished, walk-out basement. This home offers a bright, open floor plan with access to the outdoors from nearly every room. Kitchen w/ Breakfast Room is welcoming and provides access to large, rear deck for easy entertaining.
936 N PENN OAK RD, LOWER GWYNEDD, PA
Nicole Miller-Desantis
Sales Associate • NicoleMovesHomes.com (215) 641-2727 (office) (267) 419-1454 (direct)
(215) 850-1305 (cell) (215) 999-5817 (fax)
$948,500 (6196308)
Blue Bell Office 686 Dekalb Pike Blue Bell, PA 19422
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Meticulously Restored Manor House Rose Valley Farm is the surviving three acres of what once was a 400-acre working farm in the bucolic arts and crafts community of Rose Valley. The estate consists of a meticulously restored manor house, a water tower and a bank barn on beautifully landscaped grounds. The estate’s centerpiece is “Schoenhaus,” an 1862 farm house that was totally re-built in 1904 by Quaker architect William Lightfoot Price. The owner’s 2009 rehabilitation and addition maintained Mr. Price’s design while blending old world artistry and craftsmanship with today’s modern conveniences. The outbuildings include a picturesque, three-story water tower, which is connected to the manor house by a 70 foot pergola and a new bank barn. The grounds have been masterfully landscaped and include formal gardens, terraces, well ruins and an open pavilion. The restored 1910 cottage on the adjacent property is available for separate purchase, but only in combination with this listing. The seller is a licensed PA real estate agent. Please visit www.RoseValleyFarm.com for more detailed information.
2 Old Mill Lane, Rose Valley Farm, Media, Pa. Saundra Shepard (610) 566-1100
337 PLUSH MILL ROAD, WALLINGFORD, PA
$559,000
California style, Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home set on beautifully wooded lot. Sunken Living Room with stone fireplace, large sun filled Kitchen over- looking courtyard/Atrium, stunning Master Bath/Bedroom suite. 3 additional bedrooms and 2 additional full baths plus a ½ bath in very nice basement. Great Location!
222 GARRETT AVENUE, SWARTHMORE, PA
$659,500
In the heart of Swarthmore this lovely Colonial home was built in 1990 and only one block from award winning SRS elementary school. Highly desirable floor plan with Family Room with stone fireplace, Morning Room and large Kitchen. Walk to train, easy commute to City. 4 Bedrooms, 2/1 baths.
370 W BALTIMORE PIKE, MEDIA, PA
$719,500
This secluded 4.31 acre property is in idyllic setting with lovely stone walls, babbling stream and breathtaking vistas. Property bordered by protected land and is a beautiful Queen Ann style Victorian that is gracious and well maintained. 5 bedrooms, 4/1 baths. Even has a “pet” room.
437 MATTRISSA RIDGE, MEDIA, PA
$879,000
New Construction at its finest in a superb location. Another fabulous ack Quindlen “to be built” home. Farmhouse style with all of the features you’ve come to expect from Quindlen and he “does it again”. 4 bedrooms, 3/1 baths. Floor plans available.
411 MARIE DRIVE – WALLINGFORD, PA
$949,900
This custom built home was constructed in 1997 by current owners with attention to detail and entertaining in mind. One can easily work from home in this perfect location with office separated from main traffic areas with its own entrance. Lots of arches and Tuscan style Kitchen and fabulous Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Media Room and In-Law suite in Basement with its own kitchen, full bath, two bedrooms, etc. and its own entrance.
Saundra Shepard Sales Associate
(610) 566-1100 (office) (610) 565-7600 (direct)
(215) 913-5972 (cell) (610) 565-7603 (fax)
Media Office 609 E Baltimore Pike Media, PA 19063
2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC.
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Featured Moorestown French Traditional Home This stunning French traditional home was completely renovated in 1999 and featured in architectural publications. A first floor master suite includes David Ramsey built-ins and the luxurious master bath includes radiant heated marble floors, custom oversized shower and spa tub. A two-story living room and spacious great room with a gas fireplace and views of the serene and lush landscaping are highlighted by beautiful natural hardwood floors throughout. A gorgeous, Joanne Hudson-designed kitchen was featured in NJ Design magazine for its features including a Viking six-burner gas range with grill and griddle plates, Viking downdraft, Thermador double ovens, Panasonic built-in microwave, Miele dishwasher, Sub Zero side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, granite, large center island with a custom butcher block counter, custom pull-out storage pantry and vaulted breakfast room. A home office is located off of the kitchen. Outside is a heated in-ground pool and separate cabana house with Viking 53-inch grill with two burners, Franke sink and granite counters. Also outside is Cugliotta-designed landscaping. A three-car side garage is found on a private driveway. The home includes four-zone heat/AC, security system, surround sound and a finished lower level with entertainment, gaming, craft and storage areas.
633 Chester Avenue, Moorestown, NJ 4 beds | 4 full, 2 partial baths $1.99 million Anne E. Koons (856) 795-4709
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Stately Stone Pipersville Farmhouse Drive up the tree-lined drive and see this stately stone farmhouse with beautiful gardens and grounds. The rocking chair front porch greets you; a large, absolutely charming great room with walk-in fireplace awaits you. History abounds in the lovely dining room adorned with hardwood floors, beamed ceiling and another large fireplace. The huge “plain and fancy” kitchen is chocked full of today’s amenities — huge center island, granite counter-tops, walk-out bay breakfast room and more. A large mud/ laundry room and powder room round out this level. The second level boasts a spectacular master suite with soaring ceilings, private staircase, large walk-in double closets, bath with jetted tub, seamless glass shower and double sinks with marble countertop. The second bedroom with a Jack & Jill bath and third bedroom (now used as a craft room) are also found here. On the upper floor find a precious suite with a bedroom, reading nook and full bath. A large barn houses a three-car garage and a workshop.
5422 Downs Run, Pipsersville, Pa. 4 beds | 3 full, 1 partial baths $572,850 Mindy Grossinger (215) 534-8400
From the arched raised panel entry and elaborate woodwork to the tile work and high end amenities in this custom builders own home the detail doesn’t stop. Set back 850 feet & surrounded by 300 acres of open space...
497 CAFFERTY RD, ERWINNA Privately set over 300 ft from the road, this custom home boasts over 5000 sq ft of living space! 12” ceilings in the foyer, dinging room, kitchen and great room. All bedrooms are on the first level with wonderful separation from the main bedroom suite.
2261 2ND STREET PIKE, NEWTOWN New custom construction on beautiful wooded lot! Features of the picture shown (but not yet built) include open floor plan on first floor with gas fireplace, and main floor study. Upstairs a sumptuous master suite with large sitting room.
6127 FERRY RD, DOYLESTOWN Orignal owners with true PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP!! This home has been meticulously maintained, lovingly lived-in & beautifully upgraded. The two story foyer invites you with hardwood floors that extend into the lovely kitchen & breakfast room.
3951 JOHNS WAY, DOYLESTOWN
MINDY GROSSINGER Associate Broker, Licensed in PA Direct: (215) 534-8400 Office: (215) 348-5600 x 135 Doylestown, PA
Want to make your dream a reality...build your home in this beautiful serene rural setting with custom builder Andrew Lykon. Personal attention from the builder himself, from plan design to every finished detail.
6535 GROVELAND RD, PIPERSVILLE BUILD A CUSTOM HOME! Personal attention from the builder, Andrew Lykon Jr, of Lykon Custom Builders, Inc. from plan design to every finish detail. Amenities include an array of “today’s” features - kitchen with granite counter tops...
4192 APPLEBUTTER RD, DOYLESTOWN Take a step back in time... enjoy all of today’s conveniences! Drive up the tree lined drive and see this stately stone farmhouse w beautiful gardens and grounds. The rocking chair front porch greets you; a large, absolutely charming great room.
5422 DOWNS RUN, PIPERSVILLE Beautiful three inch maple hardwood floors greet you; custom moldings almost every room. Complimentary colors create a warm atmosphere. Enjoy the outside on a very special pillared rear porch complete with high hats and ceiling fans.
5529 SANDERLING RD, DOYLESTOWN
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Unprecedented Living in Center City 1706 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distinct tower of 4,200-squarefoot full-floor residences, offers an exceptional level of privacy and exclusivity that is unprecedented in Center City. This world-class tower offers an exceptional level of amenities. From its automated parking system, 360-degree views, 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and 24-hour concierge service, it is no wonder that only a few select apartments remain. 1706 Rittenhouse has received international recognition from the Urban Land Institute acknowledging its impeccable design and technology when it was selected as one of the 20 best projects in the Americas.
For more information on 1706 Rittenhouse: (215) 731-1706 1706rittenhouse.com
31 FLOORS U 31 RESIDENCES U 31 MASTERPIECES Just three opportunities remain to design your own work of art.
Only Philadelphia’s most distinctive address transforms urban luxury living into an art form. With a singular eye for detail, we offer the rarest collection of market-leading amenities found in the city’s high-rise community, including: ■
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1706 RITTENHOUSE SQUARE Philadelphia’s World Class Residences
1706 RITTENHOUSE ASSOCIATES, A JOINT VENTURE OF SCANNAPIECO DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION & PARKWAY CORPORATION
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Situated on 2.33 acres this 9 yr one colonial is perfectly located & a masterpiece in design. Featuring 3 stories. There are 5 bedrms, 7 full & 2 half baths w/interior & exterior spaces. A first floor master suite encompasses hand made shelving & closets, a custom mahogany office/study wired for top electric, custom solid mahogany doors, mahogany elevator to all levels; state of the art kit, palatial dining rm w/ornate plaster moldings & curved ceilings. 3 car gar w/ mud rm & caters kit. Party in the lower level at the custom bar or enjoy movies in the theatre. There is also an exercise rm & add’l bed & bath. Luxurious Grand Estate Home. Extraordinary attention to detail some of the phenomenal features include soaring ceilings, tumbled limestone foyer with dramatic sweeping staircase, Honduran mahogany floors t/o, 5 fireplaces. The elegant dining room features a fireplace & access to butlers pantry. Gourmet kitchen features top of the line custom cabinetry & appliances, refrigerator drawers, lux 1st floor main suite with private balcony. 3 additional suites, 5 zone Geothermal heat & air conditioning, 2 lofts, 4 Radiant (gas) heat zones under 3 areas of limestone & in the family room. Seperate Suite with full kitchen, bath, bedroom & living room with separate entrance. 3 car heated garage w/ drain. MOTIVATED SELLERS!!! Magnificent, masterfully crafted, 6 bedroom Colonial perfectly situated on 14.59 lush, park-like acres at the end of a most private lane. A grand entrance hall, a living room with fireplace, elegant dining room, library, grand family room and sunroom round out the main living spaces. Master enjoys marble bath, dressing rooms, botticinio marble; Pearl jetted tub, heated floor. Five additional bedrooms, Computer hallway and a finished third floor. Dramatic high ceilings, Gourmet Eat-in-kitchen with Soap Stone counters with 36” farmhouse sink; Mahogany Front Door, Niermann Weeks Lighting; Massive Steam shower in base. Timberland Shutters, 6 zoned Weil McClain heat system, Central Vac., sprinkler system and much more. Relax at the outdoor pool, hot tub or patio with gas hook up.
Linda Gedney Direct: 215.205.0181 Office: 215.542.2200 www.GedneyGroup.com Linda@GedneyGroup.com