228 W Willow Grove Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19118

Exceptional home in the heart of Chestnut Hill! A beautiful and unique 3 story, 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath Dutch Colonial home c. 1910. Conveniently located near the picturesque shopping district along Germantown Ave, a two-minute walk from the St. Martins train station and minutes from Fairmount Park. Featuring high ceilings, oversized bay windows, hardwood floors, modernized speaker system, gourmet eat-in kitchen, wraparound porch, and landscaped front and back yards with deck. Other architectural details include an oak-paneled front door with surrounding glass trim, hand carved oak bannisters, two wood burning fireplaces with stunning built-in mantels. The living room is accentuated by 16? by 18? bay windows, a fireplace, handmade tile hearth, and an oak mantel. The living room also offers a unique alcove surrounded by windows and built-in bookshelves. As you enter the light-filled dining room, you will be struck by the glass-paneled pocket doors and another set of palatial bay windows. The dining room can easily seat 12 and leads to a quaint butler?s pantry with beautiful glass cabinets. The updated kitchen boasts slate tile floors, cherry cabinets, pendant lights with dimmers, glazed tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances which include a four burner Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and deep sink with garbage disposal and storage below. Rear kitchen door opens to the gas grill on the large backyard deck. SECOND FLOOR: The master bedroom contains more beautiful bay windows, a remote-controlled ceiling fan, and closet with a mirrored door. Bedroom #2?currently used as a home office?has a French glass-paneled pine door, bay windows, and storage closet. The hall bath features updated marble tile floors, pedestal sink, tub, stand alone shower stall, Robern cabinet, linen closet, and built-in speakers. The second floor also has family room with another detailed wood-burning fireplace and chestnut mantel, two closets, two sets of bay windows, and a Casablanca ceiling fan. THIRD FLOOR: Bedroom #3 is newly painted with a built-in closet and large windows. Bedroom #4, used as a guest room, is cozy and warm with a walk-in closet. Bedroom #5 is nicely appointed with excellent lighting from large windows on two sides. The basement features a spacious finished area, a vast storage closet, and a large laundry room with a half-bath. Ground-level walkout leads to the landscaped backyard and the under-deck storage area. This move-in ready home is perfect for family life, working from home, and entertaining! With such a special location, you can walk to Baker Street Bread for coffee, run or bike over to Valley Green, or take a quick stroll to the pond at Pastorious Park.