1908 Carriage Knoll Drive BETHLEHEM, PA 18015

Nestled in picturesque Saucon Valley, this magnificent 5500sf residence embodies luxury living and is the epitome of timeless elegance. Lush landscaping, verdant lawn and long-distance views envelop the property, providing both privacy and tranquility. Exceptional architectural and design elements like high ceilings, rich random-width pine floors, incredible detail moldings, high-end finishes, and an abundance of windows all combine to create an oasis of sophisticated living. The flow is superb. The greeting and dining room with 10-foot ceiling, Brunschwig & Fils wallpaper and marble surround FP is ornamented with formal molding and custom window treatments. The Federal ambiance continues into the library, the perfect spot for pensive solace. With a nod to Nappa Valley, the living room is stunning with its 18-foot vaulted ceiling, trussed beams and curved corbels. The white oak paneling and cut-stone gas fireplace exudes warmth. Acoustically designed and defined by stone walls, the music room has a 13-foot coffered ceiling. The open kitchen is designed for efficiency and functionality. Cooking options are numerous with a S/S Gaggenau steam/convection oven and S/S TM10 Intelligent double ovens with refrigeration to keep your delectable dish chilled until the timer turns on the cooking. The 48” Wolf gas cook top has infrared grill, pot filler, 1600 cfm hood, and Dacor warming drawer. The cappuccino center has its perks, as do the Fisher Paykel 2-drawer D/W and undercounter Sub-Zero refrig/freezer drawers. Detailed wood cabinetry offers an astounding array of storage. Another highlight is the 2-story English style mahogany conservatory with UV protection glass panels. This structure includes the breakfast room with garden views, and the indoor courtyard. Dramatic turned staircase leads upstairs and down or take the elevator which services all three levels. The second floor offers a large landing with coffee station-wet bar, laundry room, and three distinctly private en suite bedrooms, each with WIC. The primary bedroom is stylish with tray ceiling, crown molding, chandelier, faux painted walls, and dressing room with large WIC. The bathroom is fully renovated and a testament to luxury with hand-painted walls and chandelier. Luxuriate under double rain shower heads and hand-held sprayers in the large glass shower or enjoy an indulgent soak in the serene slipper tub. Double vanity, beautiful tile work, separate water closet and another WIC are added features. The two guest suites offer similar elegance, and the bathrooms have glass showers and heated ceramic tile floors. Descend to the lower level, with floors of brick tile, to enjoy entertainment and fitness. The spacious family room with coffered tray ceiling is ideal as media room and through double pocket doors is the large wet bar with granite counter, double sink, two U-Line beverage cooler drawers and bar refrigerator. For the active lifestyle, the exercise room with cork floor looks through to the courtyard with stone walls and brick gas fireplace, and heated hydrotherapy saline pool, ideal for low-impact exercise and rejuvenation. This lower level offers flexibility for multi-generational living and aging in place, with a fourth bedroom and separate entrance via heated brick stairs. There is a large full bath with sauna shower and heated floor. The garage has excellent storage, pet wash station and car lift, adding a third parking spot. Fine dining and shopping are nearby, as are the Lehigh U. athletic fields offering opportunities for recreation. Explore close by Water Street Park, which hosts a farmer's market during summer and connects to the Saucon Rail Trail. Saucon Valley CC is 3 miles away. Experience maintenance-free luxury living where elegance, comfort, and convenience converge…and make this exquisite property your own!

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