706 WILLOW GROVE AVE Glenside, PA 19038

This center hall colonial located in sought after Custis Woods is the epitome of charm and character. The owner has meticulously used creative landscaping to create a secluded, private feel that draws you in as soon as you pull into the driveway. Enter the home into a lovely foyer with coat closet leading to a substantial living room featuring a large bay window, wood burning fireplace and built-ins - perfect for cozy nights at home or family gatherings. The formal dining room features another large bay window and doorway for easy access to the driveway. The eat-in kitchen has ample cabinetry and butcher block countertops. Upstairs is a primary bedroom offering plenty of closet space, a window seat, decorative wainscoting and an en suite bath. An added bonus off of the primary bedroom is a large sleeping porch surrounded by windows and flooded with natural sunlight! Use this room as an art studio, workout room or home office. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath complete this floor. The third floor provides a large space with two skylights and large closet which can be used for multiple purposes. The fenced rear yard also feels spacious and secluded. A slate patio is perfect for outside dining and relaxing while a pebbled area with a fountain feature offers quiet relaxation. A full basement, one car garage and central air makes this home a "must see".
-- This location also allows for stress-free access to some of the area's best private schools, including Springside Chestnut Hill, Germantown Academy, LaSalle College High School and Germantown Friends. Close to bicycle and walking trails of the Forbidden Drive in Fairmount Park, restaurants and shops in Chestnut Hill, the Philadelphia Cricket Club and only a short 25-minute drive into Central Philadelphia and 90 minutes to Manhattan. There is a Neighborhood Association (no HOA-voluntary) that hosts many events throughout the year. Some favorites are the Fall Block Party and holiday caroling. Conveniently located near Route 309, The PA Turnpike, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, and Keswick Village and a one-mile walk to the Glenside Train station.