428 GARDEN LN Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Pembroke Estates Gem in a Superior Location Spectacular stone Colonial on one of the Main Line's most desirable streets, in the sought-after Pembroke Estates enclave where neighbors are warm & friendly. The one-of-a-kind home has been completely & meticulously updated, expanded & modernized by Archer Buchanan, EB Mahoney, Barbara Geisel & Chuck Hess. The setting is simply stunning, with mature specimen plantings & lovely lush gardens. An original cobblestone driveway apron comes from Philadelphia's Liberty Hall. A Belgian block-lined circular drive fronts the stately exterior. Inside, a light-drenched 2-story entry foyer opens to a transverse hallway & main living spaces that are comfortable & impeccable. If you love to cook, the updated custom kitchen by Hankins & Assoc. is a dream, boasting reclaimed chestnut floors, a center island w/seating & granite counter, soft close cabinetry & top-grade stainless appliances. EB Mahoney Builders handcrafted the dramatic 2-story triple-exposure family room addition w/a 30' arched opening, awing ceiling w/v-groove paneling & painted beams, reclaimed chestnut floors, custom built-ins, gas fireplace& wet bar. French doors spill out to the rear flagstone terrace that overlooks breathtaking grounds w/4-season flowering gardens by Chuck Hess. A sunny breakfast room w/custom painted cabinetry is a perfect spot for coffee. Entertain guests in the large living room adorned with oak floors, a gas fireplace & window wall with glass doors to the terrace. Enjoy meals in the regal dining room enriched by random-width pegged oak floors, applied wall moldings & a rear custom-designed bow window. The glass-enveloped sunroom accessed from the living room & library is a peaceful place to relax, or read by the corner fireplace in the library w/a marble surround & integrated paneled mantle that rises to the ceiling. A formal powder room, full bath, mudroom & 2-car garage also occupy the main level. The 2nd floor with an open overlook to the family room is highlighted by a large, luxurious reconfigured master suite. Set in its own wing, the master features enormous his/her custom closets, an elegant spa bath with soaking tub & separate HVAC. There's also a 2nd BR suite w/updated bath, 2 more spacious BRs, a hall bath, laundry & built-in office area w/custom corner desk. Other highlights include a finished lower level w/recreation, billiards & exercise rooms, workshop area, 4 sump pumps & a partial-house auxiliary generator.