1605 Pelham Ave, Havertown, PA 19083

This Stone Colonial in the desirable Beechwood section of Haverford Township is rich with architectural detail and storybook charm! Built in the early 1900's on a quiet street this home has been impeccably maintained and improved by the current owners. A slate winding walkway with pretty landscape lighting leads to the covered entrance porch. Open the front door to the entrance hall with an attractive two story sunlit turned staircase. A petite powder room and convenient coatrack complete the entrance. Enter the living room with lovely floor to ceiling windows and inlaid hardwood floors. A graceful detailed mantel accents the fireplace. A playroom (or den or office) with bay window expands the first floor. A charming balcony porch and separate exit to additional patio and fenced back yard are accessed from the den. The large dining room with hardwood floors has a bank of windows with a view of the garden. The thoughtfully designed gourmet kitchen has beautiful white cabinetry that include a pantry with pull out shelves. Cabinets have soft close doors and drawers. Stainless appliances, a self clean gas cooking range, built in microwave and granite counters make meal prep easy. Enjoy casual dining in the cheery sun filled breakfast room! The breakfast room has cozy radiant heat tile flooring - wonderful on chilly days. A back door leads to a surprisingly large yard. Gardeners will love the arbor covered patio, vegetable and flower gardens. There is plenty of play space and an additional patio for outdoor entertaining. The second floor offers hardwood floors, a spacious main bedroom with deep window sills, closets and access to the hall bath. Two additional generous size bedrooms and linen closet complete this level. Stairway leads to large versatile fourth bedroom, office or play room. Basement level has laundry hookups, mechanicals, workbench area and convenient door to driveway and garage. Newer windows, newer heater and water heater, complete roof replacement, professional removal of knob and tube wiring and upgraded electrical and complete kitchen remodel are this owner's significant improvements. Discover the secrets of historic Beechwood! There is a lovely township park located one block away and a very short walk to the trolley. Easily access local shopping - Whole Foods, Suburban Square, Trader Joe's, libraries, schools, restaurants and Ardmore and Wynnewood train stations, Center City and major roads. Walk to the Octoberfest and music festivals held on Karakung Drive or hike the Haverford Heritage Trail.The Beechwood Civic Association boasts the Memorial Day festivities and other activities throughout the year. This truly is a wonderful place to call home! 2019-11-08