18 Vernon Lane

Rose Valley, PA 19063

A beautiful historic gem in Rose Valley, "Chestnut Burr" was built during an important and exciting period of American architectural history and reflects the utopian ideals set forth by the Price brothers and the Rose Valley Folk. Gorgeously renovated throughout to retain significant architectural details, the home embodies a thoughtful unification of both modern open design and stately character from a bygone era. Follow a charming slate path to the home's expansive covered entrance - optimally placed on the facade's northeast elevation, the wide, ambling porch provides a shady respite to quietly enjoy the stunning garden view and an ideal spot to host gatherings. The front door opens onto a center hall providing beautifully-framed views of the living and dining rooms. The stunning substantial formal living room is graced with a fabulous fireplace, mantel, large windows and oak built-in seat - the masonry and carpentry details all lend to the historic feel of this home. The kitchen boasts top-of-the-line Electrolux and Dacor appliances, granite counters and wine storage and is centrally-positioned - overlooking the large breakfast room and family room, adjoining the lovely formal dining room with incredible chandelier and picture window, and adjacent to the huge tiled mudroom with laundry, pantry, and nearby powder room. A sun-filled suite of rooms, the breakfast room, family room and sunroom take full advantage of the home's large and plentiful windows - an open layout rarely found in historic homes - truly the ideal blend of old and new. Continue to the second floor to discover three bedrooms, a sleeping porch and two bathrooms. French doors open to the marble master bath - a spa-like oasis with oversized steam shower, freestanding claw foot air tub, double vanity, gleaming recessed medicine cabinets, radiant floor and infrared heat, magnificently framed in marble wainscoting and pencil tile. A large fourth bedroom is located on the third floor. Hardwood floors, new Pella windows and doors throughout - all designed to maintain the historic character of this incredible home. Surrounded by an acre of lovely grounds with many desirable specimen trees and foundation plantings. Easy access to the Rose Valley Swim & Tennis Club, Hedgerow Theatre and the community's many walking trails. Highly desirable location amidst an idyllic setting, yet close to rail to Center City and commuter routes - all within award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.