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Key Details
Sold Price $1,900,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,900 sqft
Price per Sqft $322
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PAMC617912
Sold Date 10/15/19
Style Colonial,Contemporary
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 5,900
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1993
Annual Tax Amount $15,141
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 4.638 Acres
Acres 4.64
Property Description
Turn Key, Breathtaking Frank Lloyd Wright- Style Living within 4.6 acres of easily maintained, secure Harold Kimmelman bronze gated grounds with low taxes and minimal running costs due to high efficiency geothermal systems and masterful construction. Welcome to Fernside Cottage, an exquisite residence set on spectacular, serene setting featuring incredible sun filled architectural designs and superior, timeless materials throughout. This masterpiece showcases a unique blending of original Pennsylvania stone structures with artistic contemporary steel and glass living spaces. The original portion of this spectacular property was built in 1835 as a mill worker's house, and remained so until 1910. The property was then bought by Dr. DeWitt Ludlum, a Psychologist who created the Gladwyne Colony. He converted the structure into a home for himself in 1910 and it remained his residence until 1964 when John Dorrance bought the property along with many additional properties to create the Dorrance Estate. Fernside Cottage remained part of his Dolebrand estate until 1992, when it was sold as part of his estate. It was purchased by the current owners in 1992 and went through major renovations between 1993 ? 1995, when a 3 car garage and spacious 2 bedroom guest cottage were added. The original renovation as well as the more recent additions carefully designed and constructed in 2007, incorporate exceptionally fine architectural features by renowned architect Daniel Evans White from Vancouver, British Colombia. These additions to the main residence are seamlessly blended with the original structure and expand the sophisticated style of the home, while incorporating endless exterior views and as much natural light as possible. Please note: Just 15 minutes from Acela trains to NYC and D.C., 15 minute from Center City Philadelphia. The Ultimate In Turn Key Living with 400 Amp Generator!
Location
State PA
County Montgomery
Area Lower Merion Twp (10640)
Zoning RES
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry
Basement Outside Entrance, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Heated
Interior
Interior Features Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s), Ceiling Fan(s), 2nd Kitchen, Exposed Beams, Intercom, Breakfast Area
Hot Water Electric
Heating Hot Water, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Energy Star Heating System, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling Central A/C, Geothermal
Flooring Wood, Stone
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Stone, Gas/Propane
Equipment Cooktop, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Energy Efficient Appliances, Built-In Microwave
Fireplace Y
Window Features Energy Efficient,Replacement
Appliance Cooktop, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Energy Efficient Appliances, Built-In Microwave
Heat Source Electric, Geo-thermal
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s), Terrace, Deck(s)
Garage Inside Access, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Garage Spaces 13.0
Fence Other
Utilities Available Cable TV
Water Access N
View Creek/Stream, Garden/Lawn, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Water
Roof Type Pitched,Metal,Wood
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s), Terrace, Deck(s)
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 13
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Level, Sloping, Open, Trees/Wooded, Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Story 3+
Foundation Stone, Concrete Perimeter
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Well
Architectural Style Colonial, Contemporary
Level or Stories 3+
Additional Building Above Grade
Structure Type Cathedral Ceilings,9'+ Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
School District Lower Merion
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 40-00-37230-003
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Security System,Fire Detection System,Security Gate
Acceptable Financing Conventional, Cash
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Conventional, Cash
Financing Conventional,Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Bought with Elizabeth F Fondren • BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford
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