Status: Closed
MLS#: PAMC2041520
Type: Residential - Single Family
Subdivision: Blue Bell
County: MONTGOMERY
5-Star Resort-like amenities await at this captivating, completely renovated and updated, 5-bedroom 3.5 bath Blue Bell Beauty with over 5200 sq ft, within an enclave of 5 custom homes accessed by a private lane on a picturesque 2.3 acre fully fenced lot with saltwater pool, tennis court, Pole Barn and 18th century Spring House. The brick-pillared driveway entrance faces the private lane & leads to a flagstone walkway and covered flagstone front porch. The 3-story Colonial exterior features a brick façade with newer Hardi-plank siding, newer windows (2014) and new roof (2019). Hardwood floors in every room, custom millwork and excellent upgrades will excite even the most discerning buyer. The formal Dining & Living Rooms feature custom millwork, and pocket French doors from the Living Room open to the spacious Office. The Office flows to the Family Room with wood-burning fireplace surrounded by a brick floor-to-ceiling wall & wood mantel. The completely renovated Gourmet Kitchen (2014) offers marble counters, 42" cabinets, center island with butcher block counter and seating for 3, stainless appliances including built-in Viking refrigerator, Viking gas stove with stainless hood, Miele dishwasher and microwave, decorative glass cabinetry and under-cabinet lighting. The Breakfast Room provides French doors opening to the exciting 4-season Sun Room with its own HVAC system, spanning the width of the house. Walls of French doors with screens surround the entire room and a door from this room opens to an exterior flagstone Patio. A turned hardwood staircase leads to the 2nd Floor. A library of custom bookshelves borders the staircase wall. The luxurious Primary Suite features a stunning Sitting Room with 2nd wood-burning fireplace opening to the spacious Bedroom. An incredible walk-in closet is professionally organized. The totally renovated, gorgeous Main Bath (2014) offers a tiled floor, marble counters with 2 porcelain sinks, soaking tub & oversized spa shower with rainhead shower head, bench seat and frameless glass door. French doors from the Bedroom lead to a maintenance-free Deck overlooking the breathtaking grounds. 2 very spacious bedrooms with professionally organized closets, and a completely updated Full Bath w/marble counter, double sinks and soaking tub with shower complete the 2nd floor. Hardwood stairs provide access to the 3rd Floor featuring 2 additional fantastic bedrooms sharing an updated Full Bath. The Garage is currently configured for 2 cars but has 3 automatic doors; the middle bay is currently used as a mudroom, however a buyer could remove the walls to recreate the 3rd bay. The exterior grounds are beyond breathtaking. Sip a glass of iced tea in the Gazebo overlooking the sparkling, resurfaced, fenced Saltwater Pool. Play tennis on the resurfaced court, or enjoy a game of basketball on the same court, while friends watch from the adjacent trellised Patio. Roast marshmallows at the Fire Pit. Grow your own vegetables in the garden. Additional cars can be stored in the Pole Barn, or this could be the perfect location for a workshop, Gym or Studio. A charming 18th century stone Spring House further enhances the view, accompanied by a nearby meandering stream w/low stone walls. Additional excellent features include 4 zones of HVAC (2 replaced in 2015, 1 added in 2015)); backup Generator (2019), 2 tankless hot water heaters, all new inside doors, Central Vac, Security System, Bilco doors in the basement and a complete basement drainage system w/sump pump added in 2019, connected to the backup generator. Located within highly rated Wissahickon School District, Bell Bell has consistently been ranked as one of the best places to live in the Phila suburbs. Minutes to all major routes and public transportation providing easy access to center city; minutes to Whole Foods and other great shopping and restaurants including in the nearby town of Ambler. Multiple parks and trails are also close by. Tennis anyone?