1440 RENE RD Villanova, PA 19085

Introducing a very gracious, completely remodeled French-style Colonial on 2 acres surrounded by natural beauty, complete with a saltwater swimming pool & private tree-lined yard for entertaining & play galore! This elegant home with 5 BRs, 4 full & 2 half baths sits back from the road at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac street in Villanova near Lower Merion schools, major routes, Center City & all local amenities. The property's high elevation assures spectacular views no matter what the season. An expanded 2-story reception hall gives way to generously-sized rooms, a functional flowing floorplan & extensive enhancements that include new paint, wainscoting, moldings, doors, lighting, main level hardwood floors, all wool carpeting on the 2nd & lower level. The knock-out gourmet kitchen was designed for aesthetics, comfort & serious chefs with a large Santos mahogany wood grain top center island, granite counters, soft-close wood mode cabinetry, Jerusalem limestone backsplash & top-name stainless steel appliances including 2 dishwashers for easy cleanup. The adjacent breakfast area, which opens to the family room with a gas fireplace & built-in desk/command center & to the wood deck, is a go-to gathering spot for casual meals. The next door living room, used as a study/bonus room, keeps family close doing homework while mom cooks. The wainscoted dining room makes hosting guests stylish & flawless. There's also an au pair BR suite with private bath, powder room, mud room/laundry room leading to the rear grounds & 2-car garage. The 2nd-floor master suite has its own dressing room with built-in vanity, walk-in closets, private bath & sitting room/office/nursery. Other BRs are spacious with abundant closets. The finished basement has a wet bar with new granite, custom cabinetry, mini fridge, dishwasher, renovated powder room & walkup exit. The unfinished section offers storage, a music area & finished art room. Complete home automation & sound are wired inside & out. State-of-the-art security with full-time monitoring, video cameras & exterior locks is controllable via mobile device. Other highlights of this family treasure include a newer heated in-ground pool with decking surrounded by estate fencing, green LED lighting throughout, an ultra-high-efficiency HVAC system installed 2015, newer roof & septic (2009), and whole house auxiliary generator in event of a power outage.