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Possibly the most spectacular value in the Philadelphia market -- a magnificent 17,000+ SF Tudor estate with a separate carriage house on 2.5 acres !!
Hidden away in the northwestern suburbs of Philadelphia, is this
magnificent historic estate. If you're looking for a landmark
property, you'll love 'Pheasant Run' -- as much for its distinctive
lines and historic charm, as for its spectacular, park-like grounds.
Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Horace Trumbauer
in 1921, Pheasant Run was originally part of the sprawling 'Ronaele'
estate built for Fitz Eugene Dixon and his wife, Eleanor Widener
Dixon.
The gated, park-like grounds are beautifully landscaped with numerous
tall shade trees, original gardens, ornamentals, perennials, and
a nice variety of evergreen and deciduous shrubbery and specimen
plantings ... the grounds are exceptionally, perhaps even surprisingly,
private.
In all, the estate includes about 2.5 acres of land.
The stone and slate main residence totals approximately 15,000
SF, and features many original architectural elements, including
a spectacular vaulted ceiling in the formal living room. The residence
was substantially renovated and upgraded in the 1950's by Philadelphia
businessman William Waterman; this process took over 7 years to
complete.
Since that time, the main residence has been very well maintained
and well-preserved, and includes numerous marble fireplaces, original
built-in cabinetry and hardware, Mercer tile, mouldings, a cherry
library, wine room, butlers' kitchen, a separate 5-room butlers'
apartment ... and much, much more.
The estate also includes
a charming, 2-story, 2-bedroom, 2000 square foot stone and slate
gatehouse. The gatehouse has been similarly well-maintained and
well-preserved, exhibits numerous original architectural elements,
and is ideal for use as a guest house, or, as quarters for a caretaker
or tenant.
A truly extraordinary offering ... one of the Philadelphia Region's
most charming, most architecturally distinguished, and most well-hidden
privately-owned historic estates.
Extremely well-located
within 20-25 minutes of Center City, and within 10 minutes of
the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
A spectacular value. For qualified purchasers, an absolute must-see.
Shown by appointment only.
All inquiries handled in confidence.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Contact Steve DiFrancesco
at 610-347-1000.
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