If you love nature and long for a private retreat to call home, yet still want to be within walking distance of a bustling downtown and train to the city, look no further than 157 Edgewood Dr. This home is hands down, one of the most unique within Ambler Borough. Offering a peaceful, wooded setting, 157 sits on more than .5 acre of land, 3x the average borough lot size. The property is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac next to 9 acres of preserved park land. The home was custom built in 1965 for the previous owner & boasts distinctive details with a nod to Swiss heritage. The woodwork is exquisite, as are the intricately carved bronze/iron work & sculptural elements that you will find throughout. Approaching 157, a hand laid brick path leads you to a front door that transports you to the 16th-century with hand forged hinge straps, door handle, and knocker. Inside, you will find a bright foyer where the attention to detail continues. To your right is an intricately carved wood relief that houses a security system and key storage. To your left you will find a beautifully adorned door which opens to a well organized coat closet. Further down on your right you will be wowed by the wood tracery that separates the foyer from the living room, creating privacy while bringing in natural light. The living room is a cozy space featuring solid wood built-in cabinetry with a pass through and a gorgeous swinging door leading into the kitchen. There is hardwood flooring in both the foyer & living room. Through the living room, you will find the kitchen which offers plenty of storage space, the ideal working triangle, and window over the sink. There is also a 2nd pass through from the kitchen into the breakfast room. The breakfast room boasts a coffered ceiling, wood paneled walls, custom built-ins, a curved built-in banquette, and secret access panel in the ceiling. On the other side of the kitchen is a huge laundry/mudroom. This room is attached to the garage and offers a double sided ceramic utility sink, built-in shelving, and cabinetry. Down a short flight of stairs you will find an enormous family room offering space for separate dining and lounging areas. The focal point of this room is the wood burning fireplace with incredible high relief sculptural detail surrounded by decorative half-timbered design. Other impressive details include the hand laid brick floor, beamed ceiling, beautiful wall of built-in cabinetry, arched opening with statue, and French doors leading to the patio and yard. Off of the family room is the 4th bedroom, which would also make an ideal home office or playroom. On this level, you will also find access to the utility/storage room, and a wine cellar. Upstairs, the master bedroom is grand in scale and boasts a vaulted ceiling. French doors open onto a balcony overlooking the verdant grounds. The master bedroom features an ensuite bathroom accessed through a large walk-through closet. Two additional bedrooms, a beautifully updated hall bathroom, and dual linen closets complete this level. Outside, the grounds are absolutely beautiful, boasting established trees, thoughtfully planted perennials and ferns, charming paths, a paver patio, and a separate flagstone patio just waiting to become a fabulous outdoor kitchen and entertainment area. The attached 2 car garage is another huge bonus and rare find in Ambler. The driveway offers plenty of room for parking, as does the typically empty cul-de-sac. The cul-de-sac also offers entry into Ambler Borough Park, a mostly natural park that hugs Rose Valley Creek. This special home was featured in The Philadelphia Sunday Bulletin in 1971, a copy of which is available for viewing at the home. This incredible home is located in an amazing location within walking distance to downtown Ambler & within Wissahickon School District (LGE). A home like this does not come along often, if ever, in the borough. 157 Edgewood presents an extremely rare opportunity, don't miss out.
