226 W Willow Grove Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118

Just what the market has been waiting for…a perfectly located 6 Bedroom 2.5 bath gracious stone twin, two blocks from Germantown Avenue and steps to the St. Martins train station. Built in 1909 and designed by Architect Druckenmiller and Stackhouse, this twin feels like a single with the privacy of a side entryway. You are greeted by a beautiful central foyer with incredible original detail, soaring ceilings and a sweeping open staircase. To your right you are welcomed by a warm and inviting living room with a fireplace, an original built in seating nook with bookshelves and wall sconces. Just across from the living room is the dining room with a beautiful Arts and Crafts style green tiled fireplace, beautiful original pocket doors and plenty of space to entertain guests. Just beyond the dining room is a lovely updated eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet space and includes a Butler’s pantry, stainless appliances, Quartz countertops and a back staircase to the second floor. Through the kitchen, you will also find access to the back deck/yard and stairs to the daylight, walk out basement. This area includes a laundry/mudroom area with custom storage/cabinetry, a powder room and a door to the exterior of the house. Back upstairs, follow the main staircase to find three light filled bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. One bedroom was converted into a walk-in closet for the primary bedroom with built-in closets and the existing closet with custom organizer. The 3rd bedroom on this floor currently serves as a second floor TV room/den and offers tons of windows and a beautiful fireplace. The recently renovated hall bath has a tub shower and built-in shelving. The 3rd floor offers three lovely bedrooms and a full bathroom. Other wonderful features of this home include, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, 3 exquisite and one of a kind fireplaces, updated lighting and fixtures, custom blinds and much more! The current owners have lovingly updated the bones of this home with no expense spared. Recent notable upgrades and details include high velocity central air on the 2nd and 3rd floors, upgraded electric and removal of knob and tube wiring throughout, new hot water heater, newer heater and so much more. Outdoors, enjoy the back deck overlooking the private garden and overlooking some of Chestnut Hill’s most beautiful homes. Also enjoy the dreamy open wrap around front/side porch; a perfect spot to relax or entertain guests. The detached stone garage serves as a perfect place for your car or additional storage. Move in, unpack and enjoy this solid stone twin filled with charm, function and convenience! Walk to everything with it’s wonderful location, including the Septa rail lines, steps to Germantown Avenue’s shops and restaurants, walkable to the Wissahickon Park trails, Philadelphia Cricket Club, Pastorius Park, The Morris Arboretum, Woodmere Art Museum and so much more!