611 Pembroke Rd, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

This enchanting stone Colonial with a covered entry, classic shutters & dormers, circular drive, pristine grounds & extensive private gardens enjoys incredible curb appeal in an idyllic neighborhood. While the house exudes traditional Main Line charm, the interior has been tastefully updated with renovations by Gardener Fox, creating abundant light & openness + beautiful, functional space for modern lifestyles. The fabulous flow with open rooms allows family activities to be connected & affords easy entertaining. There are also cozy private places to escape to. The gracious center hall with rich wood floors opens through French doors at right to the dining room with elegant moldings & picture windows. To the left sits the living room centered by a brick wood-burning fireplace, with lovely moldings, built-ins & double French doors to the large covered patio. The kitchen & family room; the heart of the living space, were part of an extensive addition. The stunning kitchen is appointed w/custom cabinetry, granite counters & a huge island. The chef can go to town with a 6-burner Thermador range with double oven, built-in Sub Zero refrigerator, double dishwashers, built-in microwave & double sink with disposal. A wide opening exposes a sun-filled breakfast room. A capacious butler's pantry is perfect for serving guests. Gather around the stone fireplace flanked by built-ins in the vaulted family room & extend the party outdoors through triple French glass doors to the patio/yard & side covered patio. Main level conveniences are completed by a powder room + mudroom w/benches & cubbies. The highlight of the 2nd floor is the luxurious master suite with a tray ceiling bedroom, built-in TV area, dressing room/home office & spa bath with radiant heat floors, marble counters, soaking tub & frameless glass shower. There are 2 more sunny bedrooms & a full bath on this level. Two vaulted rooms, a full bath & unfinished attic occupy the 3rd floor. The walkout lower level is a great hangout space with a fireside rec room with TV and surround sound, gym, wine room, full bath & laundry rooms. WiFi security and thermostats, 3-zoned heat and AC, irrigation, plus recently replaced furnace , hot water heater and roof! The location is unbeatable, walkable to the top Baldwin or Shipley schools & the train station to Center City. Also close to the library, restaurants, Film Theater, coffee shops & weekly farmers market. All these amenities and yet still so delightfully quiet! 2019-01-31