Live extraordinarily in this expanded farmhouse perched on a picturesque 1.09 acres of land overlooking the community of Meadowdale. With the original stone structure dating back to 1826, this home is a seamless mix of old and new, with 3 levels of warmth and character and unique and expansive living spaces to enjoy however you feel most inspired. Highlights include gorgeous random-width wood flooring throughout, characteristic bay windows and deep windowsills, 2 parlors, marble fireplace, dual staircases, beautifully updated bathrooms, the perfect screened porch, valuable system upgrades, and plenty of parking with an attached and detached garage and oversized driveway. All of this, situated in the heart of the Pike Creek Valley and within the Red Clay Consolidated School District. Step inside this home to the rich hardwood floors that extend throughout the three levels of living space. The main level hosts a bright & spacious eat-in kitchen and dining area with bay window, abundant cabinet and counter space including center island with seating and stainless steel appliances. Off the kitchen is the gorgeous dining room with built-in cabinetry, curved back staircase, and adjoining sunken sitting room with bay window. A grand space off the foyer offers two rooms joined by pocket doors and could host another sitting room, formal living room, office, family room, or whatever your needs require. On the other side of the foyer is another beautiful room with windows on 3 sides and a cozy marble gas fireplace. Completing the main level is a perfectly located laundry room with counter and cabinet space and a beautifully renovated full bath. Upstairs, the home offers six spacious bedrooms and two full baths; four bedrooms and two baths on the second level and two additional bedrooms on the third level. Each of the home’s three full bathrooms have been modernized including the luxurious primary bath straight out of a farmhouse magazine featuring separate soaking tub, multi-head open shower, double vanities, a built-in heated towel rack, and walk-in closet that is separated from the bath by a gorgeous barn door. This property offers so many options to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, one of which is the screened porch off the kitchen, ideal for relaxing or dining alfresco with a view of the beautiful tree-lined property. There are many bonus features and valuable upgrades included with this property starting with the detached 2-car garage. With its own HVAC system and a half bath, this space could be a perfect fit for your art studio, yoga studio, game room, professional office, gym, workshop, or whatever your heart desires! Other valuable features include a multi-zoned HVAC system, a new driveway (2021), new water heater (2022), new furnace (2023), new washer (2024), copper reflashing of chimneys (2020), new railing on front porch, and so much more! In addition, a home warranty will be passed on to the buyer! Perfectly situated in the heart of the Pike Creek Valley, yet tucked away in the beautiful community of Meadowdale with over 30 acres of open space and walking paths, and close to everything this area has to offer including the restaurants, shopping, and nightlife in surrounding areas of Pike Creek, Hockessin, Landenberg, Newark, and Wilmington. Live your best life in this unique and inspiring home. Be sure to schedule a showing today! Please have all offers in by 1 PM on Monday April 15th, Thank you!
