4 Beds
7 Baths
9,065 SqFt
4 Beds
7 Baths
9,065 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 9,065 sqft
Price per Sqft $725
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PAMC2132914
Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 9,065
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1900
Annual Tax Amount $92,104
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 2.830 Acres
Acres 2.83
Lot Dimensions 69.00 x 0.00
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
A dramatic entry Loggia leads you to grand leaded glass doors where you enter the foyer and center hall anchored by limestone with granite insets and custom limestone surrounds. Crowned by a soaring 25-foot beamed ceiling, the formal living room features a marble wood-burning fireplace with rich millwork and cabinetry, an impressive space for gatherings with access to one of three terraces that look out over the gardens. With its striking hand-crafted leaded glass window, the formal dining room is ideal for seamless entertaining, featuring a concealed doorway providing direct access to the butler's pantry, wet bar and wine room. The main level also features an exquisite paneled library bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling sliders that lead you to the center terrace and gardens.
Designed with exquisite custom artisan cabinetry by Downsview Kitchens and featuring Hereau fixtures, Miele appliances and Wolf ranges, this expansive kitchen flows effortlessly into the family room creating a warm and functional space for everyday living. Centered around a grand limestone gas fireplace, the family room offers a comfortable gathering place with direct access to the patio, outdoor kitchen and rear gardens. Adjacent to the kitchen, a spacious sun-drenched bonus room that formerly housed a lap pool with the potential to be restored, now serves as a bright gym and relaxed lounge area. Completing the main level is a laundry room, formal and informal powder rooms, and full bath.
Ascend to the second floor, where dramatic 25-foot ceilings boast beams inlaid with hand painted canvases.The primary suite has vaulted ceilings, rich wood paneling with built-in closets, a sitting area, and an exquisite, extensively renovated ensuite bath featuring an Italian marble throughout and Sherele Wagner Fixtures. The second floor also features three sizable en-suite bedrooms, all benefiting from modern comforts and newly renovated bathrooms. One of these includes a welcoming gas fireplace.
Next to the main home is a charming, completely renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath carriage house with a full service kitchen. The half-timbered exterior recalls an English country home, while modern amenities provide today's desired comforts. It can be used as a guest house or home office.
A circular driveway with 2-car attached garage; original stone potting shed, extensive stone terraces with outdoor kitchen; and meticulously landscaped yard and gardens that were once an arboretum complete this serene retreat.
This historic gem is located in the prestigious Lower Merion School District just 1.7 miles from the Haverford and Ardmore train stations, with service to Phila. and NYC. 2 miles from Merion Cricket Club, 10 miles to center city Phila., close to various private schools, restaurants and shopping. With its unparalleled combination of history, craftsmanship, and modern elegance, 56 Crosby Brown Road is truly a Main Line legacy property.
Location
State PA
County Montgomery
Area Lower Merion Twp (10640)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Exercise Room, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway, Bar, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
Hot Water Oil
Heating Hot Water, Forced Air, Radiant, Heat Pump(s)
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood, Marble, Stone
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane, Wood
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Y
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Heat Source Oil, Propane - Leased
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Terrace, Patio(s)
Parking Features Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access, Oversized
Garage Spaces 14.0
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn
Roof Type Pitched,Slate
Accessibility None
Porch Terrace, Patio(s)
Road Frontage Private, Road Maintenance Agreement
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 14
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, Secluded
Story 2
Foundation Slab
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Public
Architectural Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Lower Merion
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 40-00-14048-006
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Security System
Special Listing Condition Standard
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