7725 Juniper Avenue

Description

Welcome to 7725 Juniper Ave in Elkins Park...an exceptional home on 1.25 acres overlooking the Elkins Estate's neoclassical Elstowe Manor. The property once housed a stone cottage, stable and greenhouse of the Elkins Estate. This English Tudor Style Cottage is perfectly placed on the most beautiful and lush manicured grounds offering a wonderful sense of privacy. This exceptional home boasts quality craftsmanship, vaulted ceilings, soaring arched windows, stained glass and many, many architectural details found throughout. PREPARE TO FALL IN LOVE!!!! Two stone pillars greet you as you approach the long driveway. Set back from the road, the charming vestibule entrance leads you into a living space that delights your senses in every way. The handsome original random width pegged-floors, beams and ceilings will certainly please even the most discriminating buyer. Large open living room and dining room with beautiful windows allow the sunlight to pour through the living spaces. Lovely stone surround wood burning fireplace adds to the ambiance. Spectacular family room....with an emphasis on spectacular....will knock your socks off!! Cathedral ceiling, original wood beams, and a wood burning convection fireplace your go-to space, An oversized original leaded glass window in meticulous condition makes this room a masterpiece - a room you'll never want to leave!! An entire wall in this room boasts four sets of french doors which lead you outside to just one of the spectacular outdoor patios. Just off the living room is a cozy home office with built ins, well placed for work/school from home. A lovely updated powder room. Beautiful newer eat in kitchen with all the bells and whistles. White cabinetry, gorgeous granite countertops and large island was perfectly designed for todays discerning buyer. Charming sitting area perfect for hanging out and watching the chef at work! Adjacent to the kitchen is the main level laundry room which leads to the attached two car garage with electric garage door. Take the magnificent turned staircase up to the bedroom level. The main bedroom is wonderfully placed down its own hallway separate from the rest of the bedrooms. Updated En Suite bathroom. Several good sized closets. Window seat and built in shelves. Three additional bedrooms offer charm and plenty of closet and storage space. Lovely hall bath with original cobalt blue tile in beautiful condition. Pull down steps lead to a partially floored attic for storage. There is a partial basement used for storage and housing the mechanics of this wonderful house. In addition to the attached 2 car garage, there is another beautiful stone structure that offers another 2 car garage. This structure has so much potential for additional living space for someone needing an office, or an artist studio or an in-law suite. There is an abundance of parking on this property. Several outdoor patios to dine al fresco or to simply enjoy nature. Beautiful perennial gardens, outdoor stone hearth and a wishing-well make this property a TRUE ONE OF A KIND with endless possibilities. Only three lucky owners in its 85 year history. NOBODY EVER WANTS TO LEAVE. Make your appointment today and prepare yourself... to be swept off your feet!!!!!