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    1636 Mount Pleasant Rd, Villanova, PA 19085

    4beds
    3,412sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1959
    1.19 Acres lot
    $1,706,200 Zestimate®
    $484/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Enter a home of timeless elegance and unparalleled charm with this exquisite stone colonial, perfectly situated on the scenic, country-like stretch of Mount Pleasant Road. This 4-bedroom, 3 full, and 2 half-bath masterpiece is in the Pennsylvania farmhouse style, where historic character meets modern luxury. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home’s stately presence and serene surroundings. The expansive grounds, lush with meticulously maintained gardens and a tranquil Japanese fishpond, provide a perfect backdrop for this one-of-a-kind residence. Here, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to offer an unparalleled living experience, making it a rare gem on the Main Line. The main level welcomes you with a bright, open-concept family room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, flanked by a sun-filled breakfast room and a den. The living room, featuring a large window bench, is a peaceful retreat for bird watching or reading, with doors that open to a covered porch—perfect for hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening. The dining room, with its own French doors leading to the patio, provides an elegant space for gatherings. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite is a serene escape, complete with a Juliet balcony overlooking the lush, private backyard. The additional bedrooms are equally inviting, each with unique views of the surrounding greenery, enhancing the home's natural connection. The third-floor suite adds versatility as a guest room, a teen's private retreat, or a home office. This space, like the rest of the house, has been meticulously updated, including new windows, new plaster and paint, and a rebuilt septic and drip system. The lower level is finished with fitness and recreation areas, a powder room and laundry, and 2-car garage. Outside, the expansive flagstone patio, which has been completely re-seated, and beautifully maintained gardens invite you to unwind amidst nature. The property also boasts a recently renovated Japanese fishpond with a working waterfall, adding to the tranquil ambiance. Extensive landscaping has introduced a new grass clearing to the backyard and lined the driveway with forsythia, river birch, and butterfly bushes. The home has recently undergone numerous thoughtful upgrades, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics. These include a 3/4" jumbo cedar roof with 50-year protection, 20-gauge copper flashing on the front pent, valleys, and rear dormer, European 6” 20oz copper gutters with oversized downspouts, and Velux triple laminate skylights in the sunroom, and a state-of-the-art Bosche HVAC system with 3 zones has just been installed. The chimney has been repointed and flashed with copper, and new chimney toppers with rain hats have been installed. All downspouts lead to new underground storm laterals utilizing ‘schedule 40’ PVC pipes that daylight far from the building footprint in the pachysandra. A 20kw generator, new security system with surveillance cameras, high-grade mechanicals, replaced storm windows, newer septic and sump pump with battery backup will ensure your comfort and peace of mind at all times. The property by also features a new electrical sub-distribution panel, majority Lutron Decora outlets and switches, Panasonic exhaust fans with copper roof vents in all baths and upgraded gas service capacity with the meter moved outside the home. The driveway has been resealed, and significant tree work has been done to enhance the property’s natural beauty. This Villanova gem offers a unique opportunity to live in a home where every detail has been carefully considered, combining the charm of a classic fieldstone colonial with the comforts of modern living. It’s more than just a house—it’s a place to create memories, enjoy nature, and live life to the fullest.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 04, 2024 at 08:58am

    Listed by:

    Robin Gordon 610-246-2280,

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford,

    Listing Team: Robin Gordon Group

    Bought with:

    Deborah Dorsey, AB065052

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont

    Meg Searing, RS321769

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2115624MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Trash Compactor, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
    • Windows: Skylight(s), Sliding
    • Basement: Full,Sump Pump,Garage Access,Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,412
    • Total interior livable area: 3,412 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,412
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Built In, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Water Falls
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 1.19 Acres
    • Dimensions: 41.00 x 0.00
    • Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Pond, Rear Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 400041960003
    • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Masonry, Stone
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Pitched,Shingle
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1959

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: On Site Septic
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Villanova
    • Subdivision: None Available
    • Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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