The elegant Artisan Revival-style mansion ($5,750,000) designed by F. L. Bissinger Inc. and built by E. B. Mahoney is a beautifully designed and built house. Situated on an exclusive cul-de-sac on three professionally landscaped acres, this timeless masterpiece is built of large Pennsylvania granite blocks with a slate roof and fine architectural details rarely seen in post-World War II construction. The builder brought in master masons and carpenters to perfectly execute the architectural design using superb craftsmen and the highest quality materials. Its masterful floor plan blends comfortable family living spaces and high ceiling rooms perfect for formal entertaining with top-grade, 21st-century amenities and mechanical systems. Private quarters include a high ceiling, sumptuous master suite with fireplace, sitting area, walk-in closets and a large bathroom. Two large home office spaces reached from the master bedroom overlook the landscaped lawn, pool and gardens. There are an additional four en suite bedrooms and a complete guest suite with kitchenette. A second floor laundry is supplemented by one on the lower level. An elevator reaches all four levels of the house. Outside spaces are expertly hardscaped, creating spacious terraces that overlook exquisite gardens, rolling lawns and a beautiful heated swimming pool and spa area complete with fully outfitted pool house. This is most certainly one of the Main Line’s signature residences. The gourmet kitchen has a professional gas range and professional appliances set in granite covered counters, an extensive granite center island and radiant heating. At the end of the kitchen is a beautiful breakfast area in an octagon windowed corner, next to a comfortable family room with a fireplace and French doors to the terrace. Off the kitchen is an eating terrace complete with a gas grille plus cutting and herb gardens. A spectacular entrance hall with a commanding staircase to the second floor opens directly out to the terrace. The moldings, stair rails and arched doorways are superbly designed and crafted. To one side is a formal dining room with a fireplace that can seat up to 36 persons and is served by a well fitted out Butler’s pantry. On the other side is a large living room with fireplace and adjoining music room ideal for entertaining many guests, yet with seating areas to converse with a few. A cozy cherry paneled library reached from the music room has a fireplace and pool view is an ideal retreat to read or relax. Set with bluestone and brick patterns and surrounded by a masterful landscape plan installed by Gale Nurseries is the magnificent terrace, heated pool and pool house. Inside the pool house is a complete kitchen, bar area with gas fired grille, a dressing room and bathroom. With a door leading out to the pool area, the lower level is designed for fun. Play pool or poker, watch movies on a large screen or gather around a traditional bar. Continue down the hall to a gym space with full bath and steam shower and a ballet exercise room. The rear entrance is reached from a separate motor court. The attached garage has three bays for automobiles and inside access to the house. There is a separate freestanding garage also built with granite for another car or equipment. Drive through the gates to a superb Belgian block courtyard set with millstones and admire the front façade of superbly installed granite blocks, limestone window surrounds and balustrades, plus a superb bronze half-round feature over the front door. The front entrance invites the visitor to enter, explore, relax and enjoy.
