2 Porter Ln, Rose Valley, PA 19086

This Italianate Villa is one of only 5 Arts & Crafts residences that was designed by the legendary Architect, William Lightfoot Price as part of his idyllic suburban development in 1911. Perched on a nearly an acre parcel, nestled into the woods high above Vernon Run, this 3,300+ SF masterpiece embodies all of his aesthetic ideals of the time. This includes the original terra-cotta tiled roof (completely re-built and ready for the next 100 years!), local creek-sand stucco, (still un-painted as intended by Mr. Price), Mercer tiles (both inside around the fireplace & outside on the tower), an exquisite curved fireplace alcove in the living room, exposed rafter tails, square-stock, Douglas fir trim & arched casement & double-hung windows. There is a tandem 2-car garage (2 deep) that is detached off the mudroom, creating an idyllic walled garden & patio with woodland views. The 1st floor has original wood floors & an abundance of windows. Open during the warmer months, the distant sounds of Vernon Run is a soothing sound to compliment the birdsong. The living room has been enhanced with a gas fireplace. A large dining room overlooks the front entry, while a 2-story atrium created the family room overlooking the rear yard (with the 2nd gas fireplace). A corner breakfast room is tucked between the kitchen & family room. The master suite occupies the space over the living room & has an updated en-suite bathroom & a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, the 2nd full bath, a long loft overlooking the family room & the W/D complete the 2nd floor. Up into the 3rd floor tower are 2 additional bedrooms, the 3rd full bath & direct access to a large floored attic space for storage. The house is enhanced with 2-zoned central A/C. Recently designated by the Department of Interior, the Rose Valley Historic District still embodies the Arts & Crafts ideals of its founders. Wander the woodland trails to access the Rose Valley Swim & Tennis Club, the Hedgerow Theatre and the Old Mill. Both the Rose Valley/Moylan and Wallingford SEPTA stations are about 1 mile away from the house & the commute to UofP, Drexel or downtown Philadelphia is just a short 20 minute ride. The airport is just 20 minutes away by car & downtown Media is just 2 miles away. Located within the award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, it's an historic property that has all the room you'll ever need. Come discover this hidden oasis that is far from the ordinary, yet close to everything!