Old world charm of 19th century style colonial, located in the heart of Elkins Park. An inviting private foyer and center hall greet you as you enter this grand 3 story home and its dramatic winding staircase, pristine inlaid hardwood floors, and wood moldings. One side of the foyer features a cozy sitting room/library with gas remote fireplace. The other side features a grand formal living room. Its wood burning fireplace and French doors offer a wonderful gathering place. Adjacent to the living room is an enclosed sun porch that provides a variety of family uses, including a billiards room, game room, or playroom. For all of your formal entertaining, the spacious dining room offers original pocket doors, fireplace, high ceilings, wall sconces, and French doors to an outdoor patio. A powder room is featured just outside the dining room and kitchen entrances.The brand new gourmet kitchen boasts plenty of amenities, including: White marble counter space with center island and seating. New cabinetry and appliances, a full pantry and butlers bar, mud room with custom built-in shelving, and access to the rear yard and driveway. French doors in the kitchen open up to a deck for grilling and dining options. The 2nd floor offers spacious master bedroom, new en-suite bathroom, sitting area, and new closets. Two additional bedrooms boast a shared en-suite Jack-and-Jill marble bathroom. A full laundry room is also on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor has 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom. This could be a 5-7 bedroom home depending on alternate room uses such as office space. The home has just been fitted for central AC to give you all the comforts of a new home while new windows throughout will help keep your utility bills economical. Full, unfinished basement. Off street parking for 4+ cars, spacious backyard that has been opened up for a spectacular view. Walking distance to places of worship and to Elkins Park train station for commuting access to center city, airport, and NY/NJ. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history with the amenities of today. Easy to preview and can settle immediately. BACKGROUND: Although the home has been on the market for more than a year, in reality the home has been in full rehab mode until its very recent completion this summer. The current owner purchased this house in late 2017 when it was in much disrepair and not befitting its grand potential. Nearly every inch of the home and property has been upgraded, including such major improvements as newly-installed central AC, upgraded electrical/plumbing, full restoration of hardwood floors, brand new design of kitchen, pantry, and mud room, new energy-efficient windows throughout, widening of the driveway, patio and deck additions, landscaping, and tree removal for improved outdoor enjoyment. Please see Documents for additional descriptions.