Elegance and Meticulous Craftsmanship of Yesteryear define this Truly Beautiful Property. This cherished home, with original build dating back to 1850, is one of the finest examples of gracious design with bygone era quality. As you enter this spacious property offering a circular drive, specimen plantings, mature shade trees, stunning views and gardens, you are captured by the Grandeur. Upon entering this inviting home, you are greeted by a truly special Entrance Foyer with Fireplace, incredible Original Millwork and Soaring Staircase with Landing overlooking beautiful Terrace and Gardens. The First level provides comfortable living with open areas yet exquisite charm through thoughtful architecture. A formal Living Room with Original Fireplace, French Doors to the terrace and full corner exposure-simply lovely; the Formal Dining Room complements the Living Room with a traditional “walk-through Foyer” for full enjoyment of this home; a warm and welcoming Library to the right of the Foyer with Fireplace and Formal Powder Room tucked away for guests-just perfect; the Traditional Hallway with arched Doorway leads to the Heart of the Home with Welcoming Kitchen, Living Area, Informal Powder Room, Gorgeous Sun-drenched Breakfast Area with corner exposure providing breathtaking views of Manicured Gardens and Perfectly sized Pool for delightful Summer Enjoyment along with Level Play Field! The Second Level features a full Primary Suite running front to back with maximum Sunlight and Cross Breeze; the Primary Suite also features Custom Cabinetry Walk-in Closet and Completely Renovated Full Bath-not to be missed; an Expansive Hall provides entrée to Four Additional Bedrooms-Two Ensuite with Newly Renovated Full Baths, Two sharing a Fully Renovated Hall Bath, a Study Space perfect for quiet time, and the Most Important- a Full Laundry and Walk-in Original Linen Press. The Third Level offers four additional Bedrooms, Office, and Full Bath- the Perfect Suite for Guests. The thoughtfully designed Exterior of this Property provides the very best in year-round Entertaining with Gorgeous Pool, Terraces, Stepping Stone Pathway, Vegetable Garden, Seasonal Storage Structure and more. The Original Carriage House is an Architectural Dream from another time- Not to be Missed! Convenient to all Shopping, Dining, Lower Merion Schools – this is the one you have been waiting to see! NB The Carriage House and a small part of the Main House were built in 1850 with the majority of the house was built in 1930/31. We have the original plans available for review .
For sale
$2,695,000
1814-1820 Old Gulph Rd, Villanova, PA 19085
8beds
7,510sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
1.47 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original millworkStunning views and gardensVegetable gardenPerfectly sized poolOriginal carriage houseManicured gardensSeasonal storage structure
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Listing updated: April 23, 2025 at 08:44am
Listed by:
Eileen Myers 610-527-6400,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont 6105276400,
Co-Listing Agent: Jane Hall 610-527-6400,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2137612

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Curved Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Heated, Ceramic Tile, Marble, Carpet, Stone
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 8
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,510
- Total interior livable area: 7,510 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,510
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Oversized, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Terrace, Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 1.47 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Has additional parcels: Yes
- Parcel number: 400043600001
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate,Copper,Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Phone, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Villanova
- Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $359/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $729,040
- Annual tax amount: $32,088
- Date on market: 4/23/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: All Appliances, Tv's, Pool Equipment In As Is Condition
- Exclusions: Sconces In Entry Hall, Hanging Cabinet In Entry Hall, Hanging Cabinet In Dining Room, Ceiling Fixture In Hall Between Dining Room And Library.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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