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Janice Manzi
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
215-247-3600
Every year, Americans scramble to the UK to walk the streets filled with history, and tour fine old houses. Why bother when you can own one of those fine homes, right here, in Philadelphia. Once in a generation opportunity to own one of the most significant properties in the city, "Binderton" was designed by Cope & Stewardson Architects (also designed for University of Pennsylvania and Princeton). The house was started in 1903 and finished in 1906. The renowned landscape architecture firm of the Olmsted Brothers was engaged to handle landscape, hardscape, and garden design. During their ownership, the present owners purchased 461 W Chestnut Hill Ave. (which had been subdivided from the original plot many years earlier) demolished the modest house that existed , and expanded the property and gardens, and redesigned the driveway. Situated on the quietest street in Chestnut Hill and surrounded by homes of equal caliber, Binderton stands out with its brilliant red brick construction and distinctive Jacobean Revival (or Jacobethan) style , with shaped parapets, and intricately designed chimneys. In most places, the house is designed only one room deep and was built linearly, near the property line at the high side. The brilliance of the Olmsted Brothers work is apparent in the brick walkway that rises elegantly from Towanda Street up a gradual hill with a low step every 20 feet or so. From the stone patio, enter the front door into the formal entry hall with main staircase at the back. The foyer is filled with natural light from two sides, a fireplace, a powder room, and a large coat room with window. Again from the entry hall, walk into, what was called in 1906, the "Ladies' Parlor", a sunny, elegant sitting room with big windows and a fireplace. The formal living room with two distinct seating areas, beamed ceiling , and wood burning fireplace can be accessed from the "ladies' parlor" or directly from a hallway. The exterior door off the living room leads to an open air loggia with tiled floor and finished ceiling. To the left of the front door, head to the formal dining room with fireplace, elegant crystal chandelier and room for a second dining table! The kitchen has everything you want. From the front hall, head through the butler's pantry with lighted cabinetry, porcelain sink , and dishwasher: a great spot to set up the bar on party nights. Further on you reach the supersized chef's kitchen with two sinks, three ovens, a six-burner range, banquette seating for conversation while prepping dinner, stools at the counter for breakfasts on a busy day, and a big table at the end of the house for casual dinners. Off the kitchen is a huge pantry area and laundry room. Beyond the kitchen end is a glassed in garden porch that will serve myriad functions that make daily living more convenient. Head up the carved and turned staircase and turn left at the top to reach the primary suite, that includes the bedroom with fireplace and door to second floor balcony, a cozy sitting room, great for reading or streaming late into the night, a beautiful, bright corner office/den, and a spacious bathroom with two sinks and walk-in shower. On the second floor to the right of the main stair are four additional bedrooms, two of which share a jack-and-jill bath ; and two others that share an additional hall bath. The third floor has three bedrooms, a full bath, and a large central room, perfect for play or privacy. The 1.6 acres that surround the house defy description. Mature trees, abundant perennial beds, lush lawns, and garden rooms; one prettier than the next. The main focus in the summer is the pool area. Exquisitely private with its walled garden, and elegant brick veranda, it is here where you can escape from the sun and the world. Built to span the ages, Binderton will pass to someone who loves grand old houses and understands stewardship.
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Total Bedrooms : 8
Master Bedroom Level: 0
Total Bedroom (Upper): 8
Bedroom Upper Level 1: 5
Bedroom Upper Level 1: 3
Total Baths: 5
Full Baths: 4
Half Baths: 1
Laundry Type : Main Floor
Water Source : Public
Patio/Porch Features: Patio(s),Porch(es),Terrace
Additional Stairway,Attic,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Carpet,Cedar Closet(s),Crown Moldings,Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Kitchen - Table Space,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Skylight(s),Stain/Lead Glass,Stall Shower,Tub Shower,Upgraded Countertops,Wainscotting,Walk-in Closet(s),Window Treatments,Wood Floors
Roof : Pitched,Slate
Exterior Property Features : Chimney Cap(s),Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting,Outbuilding(s),Stone Retaining Walls,Water Fountains
Basement Description: Full,Unfinished,Walkout Stairs
Property Appliances: Built-In Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven - Double,Refrigerator,Washer
Fireplace: Wood
Pitched,Slate
Cooling: Central A/C
Heating: 90% Forced Air,Baseboard - Electric
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas,Electric
Window Treatments: Casement,Bay/Bow,Double Hung
Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s),Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting,Outbuilding(s),Stone Retaining Walls,Water Fountains
Year Built: 1906
Structure: Detached
Fireplace: 9
Major Appliances: Built-In Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Oven - Double,Refrigerator,Washer
New Construction: No
Built: 1906
Construction Material: Masonry
Roof: Pitched,Slate
Foundation/Basement: Stone
Architecture: Traditional
Pool/Private: Yes - Personal
Roof Type: Pitched,Slate
Utilities: Cable TV,Electric Available,Natural Gas Available,Water Available
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Pool: Yes - Personal
Sewer: On Site Septic
Water Heat: Natural Gas
Lot Size: 69,505
Lot Size (Acres): 1.60
Architectural Style: Traditional
Main Square Feet: 69,505
SQ ft: 11,360
SQ ft (Living Area): 11,360
Total Lot SQ ft: 69,505
View: Garden/Lawn
Subdivision: CHESTNUT HILL
Total Acreage: 1.60
New Construction: No
Type: Traditional
Possession: Negotiable
Days Of Market: 55
Lease Considered: No
Annual Tax: $31,534
Tax Year: 2023
Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Negotiable
Taxes Assessment Amount: $2,252,800
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Driveway,Off Street,On Street,Detached Garage
Has Garage: Y
Garage Type: Garage - Front Entry,Garage - Side Entry
Garage Space: 2
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Roof: Pitched,Slate
Direction: Use GPS
School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Total Fire Place: 9
Fire Place Features: Wood
Cable TV,Electric Available,Natural Gas Available,Water Available
Water Source: Public
Sewer: On Site Septic
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas,Electric
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Location Type: Other
Direction: Use GPS
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ByOwner last updated this listing 05/03/2024 @ 09:39
MLS: PAPH2329244
LISTED BY: Janice Manzi , Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
SOURCE: BRIGHT MLS
Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.5%
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