Located in the desirable Merion Golf neighborhood, this stately brick estate sits on a private, level 2.26 acre lot, one of the best lots in the neighborhood! Built in 1999 by EB Mahoney, this home offers a rare opportunity where homes are seldom available. The home features 5-BR, 6-full bath, 5-powder rooms—including a separate upstairs guest suite with kitchenette and sitting room. The magnificent grounds feature an in-ground heated pool and hot tub, outdoor kitchen, pool bath, expansive patios, a covered porch, and fire pit, all designed for an unparalleled indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
Stone pillars adorn the entrance to a circular drive leading to 5 total garage spaces: a side-entry 2-car garage with workshop and a rear-entry 3-car garage with radiant floors. The 8,374 sq ft interior offers an expertly designed floor plan. A grand foyer opens to the living room with soaring ceilings, a gas fireplace, and a wet bar with sink and ice maker. The elegant dining room offers custom built-ins. Both rooms have French doors leading to the covered patio. A formal powder room is located here.
The front hall, past the formal rooms, leads to the kitchen. This culinary space features marble countertops, a walk-in giant pantry, and a premier Gaggenau appliance suite (2 wall ovens, 1 steamer, microwave, and warming drawer). Premium additions include a Thermador 5-burner range, Miele dishwasher, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer with Reverse Osmosis (RO) filtered water and ice. A RO water tap is located at the kitchen and bar sinks. A well appointed Butler’s Pantry features a Dacor wine tap, Sub-Zero dual-zone red & white wine fridge, 3 Sub-Zero beverage drawers, RO ice maker, and dishwasher. This entire wing is a superb entertaining space, as the sun-filled breakfast room with an aquarium flows seamlessly into an expansive family room with a white brick fireplace and a handsome staircase to the lower level.
The private main floor primary wing bedroom features a gas fireplace and French doors to the pool. "Her" ensuite offers a custom walk-in closet, and a spa-like bath with radiant heated floors, whirlpool tub and frameless glass shower. "His" suite features a custom closet with island and a private bath with radiant floors, RO water, and a direct french door for pool access.
Off the kitchen, the main floor has an Office (1 of 2) and informal powder room. A mudroom with built-ins, and back stairs provides garage access.
At the top of the foyer stairs, the right wing is a dedicated retreat featuring an Executive Office with soaring ceilings, plus a private entertaining room with a wood-burning fireplace. A powder room with built-in sauna is plumbed for a shower. The entertainer’s bar in this room includes a fridge, dishwasher, and RO water, and a warming drawer. Both rooms access the balcony. Stairs also lead to the side garage.
The left wing offers 3 ensuite bedrooms, one of which is a unique 2-story suite featuring a spiral staircase to a lofted sleeping area. In addition, there is also a private guest/in-law suite complete with a sitting room, kitchenette, bedroom #4, and a full bath. It is easily accessed via the back stairs.
The 2,200 sq ft finished lower level is an expansive destination featuring a recreation room, game room, wine cellar, exercise area, laundry, and powder room. Utility and storage rooms provide ample space, while the unfinished area has a convenient exterior exit. For peace of mind, the home is wired for Lutron lighting, includes a whole-house generator and a 4-pump water management system.
Located just a stroll from the world-renowned Merion Golf Club, this estate offers an unparalleled lifestyle with premier Main Line access. Commuters will appreciate easy access to Haverford and Ardmore SEPTA/Amtrak stations for quick trips to Center City and NYC. Minutes from shopping at Suburban Square and in the Haverford Twp School District, this home is perfectly positioned for an exceptional lifestyle.
