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A GUIDE TO THE FINEST HOMES IN THE PHILADELPHIA REGION

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FINE ESTATES PREVIEW

Estate To Put A ‘Sonrisa’ On Your FaceOne of the Delaware Valley’s premier

residences, “Sonrisa” (Smile) is a gated art deco-inspired masterpiece designed by Krass & Associates and masterfully constructed in 2006 by the AJ Lewis Corp in Gwynedd Val-ley.

Designed to meet the most discerning pref-erences, this stunning four-bedroom, five-full and three-half-bathroom residence redefines elegant living. Rarely does a home of this cali-ber come to market.

Built on a grand scale for entertaining with six unique fireplaces, elevator, koi pond, out-door terraces and fountains, dramatic barrel ceiling family room, inlaid black walnut, oak and limestone floors, elaborate vaulted ceil-ings and built-in cabinetry and Ludowici tile roof.

A walk-out finished lower level defies description with a gym, den, full bath with steam shower, ’50s style diner, home theater reminiscent of 1920s grand elegance with seating for 12.

Other features include: a Crestron home automation system, unique ambient lighting throughout, imported solid doors and hard-ware, incredible tile work and Charles Hess Jr. landscape design. Meticulous attention to detail inside and out.

1308 Meetinghouse Road, Gwynedd, Pa.

4 beds | 5 full, 3 partial baths$10 millionJamie Adler

(215) 654-6016

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Spacious, Magnificent Gwynedd Valley EstateTimeless and elegant describe this true

estate in prestigious Gwynedd Valley. Built by the builder, for the builder, the residence is sited on more than 1.5 acres and o!ers more than 11,000 square feet of living space.

This home was designed for those with the most discriminating taste and an apprecia-tion for fine living.

The wrought iron gate opens to a long, pri-vate drive leading to the magnificent stone and stucco exterior of the home that contains within an architectural masterpiece.

Exquisitely detailed and artfully crafted, this Tom Wittemann design is the crown jew-el among Philomeno & Salamone’s numerous estate homes. Elaborate moldings and mill-work throughout defy what few builders or budgets could a!ord today.

The two-story, formal entrance with wain-scoting detail, elliptical staircase, elaborate moldings and latticework windows are the first representation of the home’s uniqueness.

The rest of the home does not disappoint: Well appointed & masterful, this home is a must see. Residence provides quick access to New York City and Philadelphia.

820 Brushtown Road, Gwynedd Valley, Pa.

5 beds | 6 full, 3 partial baths$3.65 million

Nicole Miller-Desantis(215) 641-2727

Nicole Miller-DesantisSales Associate • NicoleMovesHomes.com

(215) 641-2727 (offi ce)(267) 419-1454 (direct)

(215) 850-1305 (cell)(215) 999-5817 (fax)

Blue Bell Offi ce686 Dekalb PikeBlue Bell, PA 19422

5 beds | 6 full, 3 partial bathsTimeless & Elegant describe this true estate in prestigiousGwynedd Valley. Built by the builder, for the builder, the residence is sited on over 1.5 acres and offers over 11,000 sf of living space. This home was designed for those with the most discriminating taste and an appreciation for fi ne living.

820 BRUSHTOWN RD, GWYNEDD VALLEY, PA $3.65 M (6005156)

5 beds | 5 full, 1 partial bathsMeticulously maintained, solid built, Philomeno & Salamoneestate home offers nearly 6,000 sq.ft. of living space on 3/4 acres w/3 bay garage. Conveniently located on a private cul de sac in desirable Blue Bell,this home was designed to entertain with its’ custom fi nishes t/o including newly renovated gourmet kitchen.

5 beds | 3 full, 1 partial baths Tastefully decorated colonial in desirable Polo Club Estates inthe heart of Gwynedd Valley. Sited on over an acre, this wellpositioned, brightly lit home has improvements throughout.Hardwood fl ooring, custom paint, newly renovated powder & mud rooms along with numerous other fi nishes that highlightthis beautifully maintained home.

4 beds | 3 full, 2 partial bathsSited on a nearly 1 acre wooded lot in popular Penn Oak, this pretty stone colonial boasts nearly 7,000 sq. ft. of living space w/ its full, fi nished, walk-out basement. This home offers a bright, open fl oor plan with access to the outdoors from nearly every room. Kitchen w/ Breakfast Room is welcoming and provides ac-cess to large, rear deck for easy entertaining.

84 NORRISTOWN RD, BLUE BELL, PA 19422 $965,000 (5962964)

1204 HUNT SEAT DR, LOWER GWYNEDD, PA $1.125 M (6196317)

936 N PENN OAK RD, LOWER GWYNEDD, PA $948,500 (6196308)


Meticulously Restored Manor HouseRose Valley Farm is the surviving three

acres of what once was a 400-acre working farm in the bucolic arts and crafts community of Rose Valley.

The estate consists of a meticulously restored manor house, a water tower and a bank barn on beautifully landscaped grounds.

The estate’s centerpiece is “Schoenhaus,” an 1862 farm house that was totally re-built in 1904 by Quaker architect William Lightfoot Price.

The owner’s 2009 rehabilitation and addi-tion maintained Mr. Price’s design while blending old world artistry and craftsmanship with today’s modern conveniences.

The outbuildings include a picturesque, three-story water tower, which is connected to the manor house by a 70 foot pergola and a new bank barn.

The grounds have been masterfully land-scaped and include formal gardens, terraces, well ruins and an open pavilion.

The restored 1910 cottage on the adjacent property is available for separate purchase, but only in combination with this listing. The seller is a licensed PA real estate agent.

Please visit www.RoseValleyFarm.com for more detailed information.


2 Old Mill Lane, Rose Valley Farm, Media, Pa.

Saundra Shepard(610) 566-1100

California style, Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home set on beautifullywooded lot. Sunken Living Room with stone fi replace, large sun fi lled Kitchen over- looking courtyard/Atrium, stunning Master Bath/Bedroom suite. 3 additional bedrooms and 2 additional full baths plus a ! bath in very nice basement. Great Location!

337 PLUSH MILL ROAD, WALLINGFORD, PA $559,000

In the heart of Swarthmore this lovely Colonial home was built in 1990 and only one block from award winning SRS elementary school. Highly desirable fl oor plan with Family Room with stone fi replace, Morning Room and large Kitchen. Walk to train, easy commute to City. 4 Bedrooms, 2/1 baths.

222 GARRETT AVENUE, SWARTHMORE, PA $659,500

This secluded 4.31 acre property is in idyllic setting with lovely stone walls, babbling stream and breathtaking vistas. Property bordered by protected land and is a beautiful Queen Ann style Victorian that is gracious and well maintained. 5 bedrooms, 4/1 baths. Even has a “pet” room.

370 W BALTIMORE PIKE, MEDIA, PA $719,500

New Construction at its fi nest in a superb location. Another fabulous ack Quindlen “to be built” home. Farmhouse style with all of thefeatures you’ve come to expect from Quindlen and he “does it again”.4 bedrooms, 3/1 baths. Floor plans available.

437 MATTRISSA RIDGE, MEDIA, PA $879,000

This custom built home was constructed in 1997 by current owners with attention to detail and entertaining in mind. One can easily work from home in this perfect location with offi ce separated from main traffi c areas with its own entrance. Lots of arches and Tuscan style Kitchen and fabulous Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Media Room and In-Law suite in Basement with its own kitchen, full bath, two bedrooms, etc. and its own entrance.

411 MARIE DRIVE – WALLINGFORD, PA $949,900

Media Offi ce609 E Baltimore PikeMedia, PA 19063 (610) 566-1100 (offi ce)

(610) 565-7600 (direct)(215) 913-5972 (cell)(610) 565-7603 (fax)

Saundra ShepardSales Associate

2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC.



Featured Moorestown French Traditional HomeThis stunning French traditional home was

completely renovated in 1999 and featured in architectural publications.

A first floor master suite includes David Ramsey built-ins and the luxurious master bath includes radiant heated marble floors, custom oversized shower and spa tub.

A two-story living room and spacious great room with a gas fireplace and views of the serene and lush landscaping are high-lighted by beautiful natural hardwood floors throughout.

A gorgeous, Joanne Hudson-designed kitchen was featured in NJ Design magazine for its features including a Viking six-burner gas range with grill and griddle plates, Viking downdraft, Thermador double ovens, Pana-sonic built-in microwave, Miele dishwasher, Sub Zero side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, granite, large center island with a custom butcher block counter, custom pull-out stor-age pantry and vaulted breakfast room.

A home o!ce is located o" of the kitchen. Outside is a heated in-ground pool and sep-

arate cabana house with Viking 53-inch grill with two burners, Franke sink and granite counters. Also outside is Cugliotta-designed landscaping.

A three-car side garage is found on a private driveway.

The home includes four-zone heat/AC, security system, surround sound and a fin-ished lower level with entertainment, gaming, craft and storage areas.

633 Chester Avenue, Moorestown, NJ

4 beds | 4 full, 2 partial baths$1.99 million

Anne E. Koons(856) 795-4709

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Stately Stone Pipersville FarmhouseDrive up the tree-lined drive and see this

stately stone farmhouse with beautiful gar-dens and grounds. The rocking chair front porch greets you; a large, absolutely charming great room with walk-in fireplace awaits you. History abounds in the lovely dining room adorned with hardwood floors, beamed ceil-ing and another large fireplace.

The huge “plain and fancy” kitchen is chocked full of today’s amenities — huge center island, granite counter-tops, walk-out bay breakfast room and more. A large mud/laundry room and powder room round out this level.

The second level boasts a spectacular mas-ter suite with soaring ceilings, private stair-case, large walk-in double closets, bath with jetted tub, seamless glass shower and double sinks with marble countertop. The second bedroom with a Jack & Jill bath and third bedroom (now used as a craft room) are also found here.

On the upper floor find a precious suite with a bedroom, reading nook and full bath. A large barn houses a three-car garage and a workshop.


5422 Downs Run, Pipsersville, Pa.

4 beds | 3 full, 1 partial baths$572,850

Mindy Grossinger(215) 534-8400

MINDY GROSSINGERAssociate Broker, Licensed in PADirect: (215) 534-8400O! ce: (215) 348-5600 x 135Doylestown, PA

497 CAFFERTY RD, ERWINNA

2261 2ND STREET PIKE, NEWTOWN

6127 FERRY RD, DOYLESTOWN

3951 JOHNS WAY, DOYLESTOWN

6535 GROVELAND RD, PIPERSVILLE

4192 APPLEBUTTER RD, DOYLESTOWN

5422 DOWNS RUN, PIPERSVILLE

5529 SANDERLING RD, DOYLESTOWN

From the arched raised panel entry and elaborate wood-work to the tile work and high end amenities in this custom builders own home the detail doesn’t stop. Set back 850 feet & surrounded by 300 acres of open space...

Want to make your dream a reality...build your home in this beautiful serene rural setting with custom builder Andrew Lykon. Personal attention from the builder himself, from plan design to every fi nished detail.

Privately set over 300 ft from the road, this custom home boasts over 5000 sq ft of living space! 12” ceilings in the foyer, dinging room, kitchen and great room. All bedrooms are on the fi rst level with wonderful separation from the main bedroom suite.

BUILD A CUSTOM HOME! Personal attention from the builder, Andrew Lykon Jr, of Lykon Custom Builders, Inc. - from plan design to every fi nish detail. Amenities include an array of “today’s” features - kitchen with granite counter tops...

New custom construction on beautiful wooded lot! Features of the picture shown (but not yet built) include open fl oor plan on fi rst fl oor with gas fi replace, and main fl oor study. Upstairs a sumptuous master suite with large sitting room.

Take a step back in time... enjoy all of today’s conveniences! Drive up the tree lined drive and see this stately stone farm-house w beautiful gardens and grounds. The rocking chair front porch greets you; a large, absolutely charming great room.

Orignal owners with true PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP!! This home has been meticulously main-tained, lovingly lived-in & beau-tifully upgraded. The two story foyer invites you with hardwood fl oors that extend into the lovely kitchen & breakfast room.

Beautiful three inch maple hard-wood fl oors greet you; custom moldings almost every room. Complimentary colors create a warm atmosphere. Enjoy the outside on a very special pillared rear porch complete with high hats and ceiling fans.


Unprecedented Living in Center City1706 Rittenhouse Square, Philadel-

phia’s distinct tower of 4,200-square-foot full-floor residences, o!ers an excep-tional level of privacy and exclusivity that is unprecedented in Center City.

This world-class tower offers an exceptional level of amenities. From its automated parking system, 360-degree views, 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and 24-hour concierge service, it is no wonder that only a few select apartments remain.

1706 Rittenhouse has received inter-national recognition from the Urban Land Institute acknowledging its impec-cable design and technology when it was selected as one of the 20 best projects in the Americas.

For more information on 1706 Rittenhouse:

(215) 731-17061706rittenhouse.com


31 FLOORS 31 RESIDENCES 31 MASTERPIECESJust three opportunities remain to design

your own work of art.

1706rittenhouse.com 215.731.1706

1706 RITTENHOUSE SQUAREPhiladelphia’s World Class Residences

1706 RITTENHOUSE ASSOCIATES, A JOINT VENTURE OF SCANNAPIECO DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION & PARKWAY CORPORATION

! 4,200-sq. ft. full-fl oor open layout(fully customizable)

! Direct-access elevators (no hallways)! A fully automated parking system

! No retail tenants! A quiet location in the city’s most

desirable neighborhood

Only Philadelphia’s most distinctive address transforms urban luxury living into an art form. With a singular eye for detail, we offer the rarest collection of market-leading amenities found in the city’s high-rise community, including:

Linda GedneyDirect: 215.205.0181Offi ce: 215.542.2200

[email protected]

Situated on 2.33 acres this 9 yr one colonial is perfectly located & a masterpiece in design. Featuring 3 stories. ! ere are 5 bed-rms, 7 full & 2 half baths w/interior & exterior spaces. A " rst # oor master suite encompasses hand made shelving & closets, a custom mahogany o$ ce/study wired for top electric, custom solid mahogany doors, mahogany elevator to all levels; state of the art kit, palatial dining rm w/ornate plaster moldings & curved ceilings. 3 car gar w/ mud rm & caters kit. Party in the lower level at the custom bar or enjoy movies in the theatre. ! ere is also an exercise rm & add’l bed & bath.

Luxurious Grand Estate Home. Extraordinary attention to de-tail some of the phenomenal features include soaring ceilings, tumbled limestone foyer with dramatic sweeping staircase, Hon-duran mahogany # oors t/o, 5 " replaces. ! e elegant dining room features a " replace & access to butlers pantry. Gourmet kitchen features top of the line custom cabinetry & appliances, refrigera-tor drawers, lux 1st # oor main suite with private balcony. 3 addi-tional suites, 5 zone Geothermal heat & air conditioning, 2 lo% s, 4 Radiant (gas) heat zones under 3 areas of limestone & in the family room. Seperate Suite with full kitchen, bath, bedroom & living room with separate entrance. 3 car heated garage w/ drain. MOTIVATED SELLERS!!!

Magni" cent, masterfully cra% ed, 6 bedroom Colonial perfectly situ-ated on 14.59 lush, park-like acres at the end of a most private lane. A grand entrance hall, a living room with " replace, elegant dining room, library, grand family room and sunroom round out the main living spaces. Master enjoys marble bath, dressing rooms, botticinio marble; Pearl jetted tub, heated # oor. Five additional bedrooms, Computer hallway and a " nished third # oor. Dramatic high ceilings, Gourmet Eat-in-kitchen with Soap Stone counters with 36” farm-house sink; Mahogany Front Door, Niermann Weeks Lighting; Mas-sive Steam shower in base. Timberland Shutters, 6 zoned Weil Mc-Clain heat system, Central Vac., sprinkler system and much more. Relax at the outdoor pool, hot tub or patio with gas hook up.&

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