7705 Lincoln Dr

Philadelphia, PA 19118

Welcome to 7705 Lincoln Drive in prime Chestnut Hill location - This very unique early 1930's stone Cotswold-style home is replete with charming original details including a Ludiwici terracotta roof. Featuring 4-5 BR's and 3.5 BA's this special home has been thoughtfully updated while still retaining all of its original charm and character plus a modern floor plan for today's lifestyle. Enter from the quiet side street into a handsome marble entry foyer. Step into the large living room with custom built-ins, crown molding and gas fireplace. Wall of French doors with a juliet balcony overlooks the lovely grounds and trees. An addition of a sunken sitting room with French doors, walls of windows and beamed ceiling is ideal for a cozy family room or home office. A formal dining room is ideal for entertaining. The updated eat-in country kitchen features white shaker cabinets and matching custom paneled appliances including a Liebherr refrigerator, granite counters and island. Off to the side is a lovely potting/flower arranging room opening out to the enclosed outdoor oasis of flagstone patio, tranquil fountains and gorgeous gardens. A convenient mudroom plus powder room complete this floor. Upstairs are 4 BR's. Primary Suite including large bedroom with walk-in closet, French doors with a step-out balcony and a connecting marble bathroom. Down the hall is convenient laundry plus original custom built-in storage closets, cabinets and drawers, 2 guest BR's with a marble Jack and Jill BA. The third guest BR with fabulous Scalamandre wallpaper is currently used as both office and dressing room with custom built-ins and a triple size closet. Attic is perfect for storage. Finished basement includes optional 5th BR with a full BA ideal for guest quarters/au pair quarters/in-law suite, home gym/home office/playroom. A workshop with a utility sink is ideal space for an artist studio or crafting room. Access to convenient oversized 1-car garage, Convenient CH location just a short walk to the train as well as the commercial corridor along Germantown Avenue. Easy access to Center City, major highways and the suburbs. Truly exceptional!