Status: Closed
MLS#: PAYK151098
Type: Residential - Single Family
Subdivision: The Avenues
County: YORK
Once in a while comes a home that is truly unique. This elegant classic home offers unparalleled craftsmanship and inspiring spaces at every glance. The spacious interior design is truly both remarkable and exceptional. The exterior of the house is approached by a new concrete sidewalk and graced with a wide wrap-around front porch where you can sit in the evening and greet your neighbors. Entering via a large vestibule with original Lincrusta wainscoting and a tile floor bordered by a trim in Greek Key design, you step into a wide hallway that features a superb open stairway and a handsome carved antique wall unit with a beveled mirror . From the hallway the magnificent Double Living Room offers a gracious expanse with a monochromatic palette that serves to highlight the natural hue of the beautiful original woodwork, stately columned divides, inlaid hardwood floors, and sliding pocket doors. The Formal Dining room is large enough to create a wonderful entertainment space and features a bay window and gleaming period detail, The Kitchen boasts generous counter-space w/built-in appliances, built-in desk, and ample room for a sizable table, This is a large and very cheerful space. There is a "back stairway" that leads from the Kitchen to the second floor as well, In addition there is a powder room on the main level of the house . The second floor is composed of 4 bedrooms, also with gleaming hardwood floors, cedar closets, bay windows and window seat, The front bedroom offers an adjacent alcove, and closet. The wide hall , accented by original gas fixtures, runs front to back and provides access to all bedrooms, the spacious full bath, and the quiet and private second floor rear porch, On the third floor there are two additional bedrooms and another bath. Throughout the house there are replacement windows to enhance efficiency and reduce exterior maintenance, To the rear of the home is a private and peaceful yard with a flagstone patio that is perfect for entertaining, kids and pets. The space (2940 finished square feet) and amenities of this home allows for so many options such as an in-home office or in-law suite, This is a very special home that is move-in ready. This home truly must be seen to be appreciated, Living in a home such as this will provide the owner with a wonderful opportunity for gracious living while bringing History to life.