1 Blakely Rd, Haverford, PA 19041

Impressive, sophisticated and entirely renovated,expanded and restyled. A magnificent 1937 stone and brick manor home located steps away from famed Merion Golf course on a well planned,1.34 acres with arrival court, flat play yard, pool and infinity edged hot tub,offers superior luxury on three exquisitely finished levels. Enter to a basket weave marble foyer. Beyond, wide planked floors and sweeping wrought iron main stair offers glimpses of the sun-lit formal dining room, step down living room with fireplace and handsome high lacquered study also with wood burning fireplace. Using the original pattern all windows were replaced during renovation thereby offering functionally updated elements while maintaining the original features of the home. A wine room, Butlers pantry, and cleverly appointed formal powder room that doubles as a full pool bath with a touch panel opening to a concealed shower are also found on the main level. Dynamic kitchen with volume ceiling with focus on an oversized seated stone island is brightened by both eastern and western exposures and through French doors has access to the terraces, covered patio and pool. A two sided fireplace joins the kitchen to the family room. A vaulted ceiling with turnbuckle trusses adds an industrial element to this gathering space while floor to ceiling windows surround the breakfast table, inviting in views of flat yard and gardens. At the top of the front stair enter to a large master suite. The pitched ceiling in the master bedroom provides charm and architectural detail while generous his and her walk in outfitted closets exceed the expectation of the modern buyer. A full bath with soaking tub, double vanities and seated shower complete the master suite. Two cheerful family or guest rooms share a white tiled jack and jill bath, while across the hall is an en suite bedroom and bath overlooking the pool. Designed for both family as well as guest retreat, the second level family room, adjacent to the back stair and laundry room, makes for the ideal reading, television or bunk space. A two room suite with full bath and morning kitchen expand the guest experience. Both the main stair as well as a secondary stair lead to the finished lower level. A recreation area with fireplace, gym, large walk in wine cellar with custom storage and temperature control, half bath and primary storage complete this level and provide welcome additional informal space to this truly spectacular residence. 2018-06-08