Description

Welcome to one of the most charming and well-loved homes in Flourtown! Come see for yourself how this historic house delightfully blends the old with the new. Built in 1840, then added onto first in 1850 and then in 1955, with a lovely 20th century addition, 6336 E. Valley Green Road is both old-world charm and modern living through a wonderful blend of architectural details. Pull into the driveway and enter into a multi-purpose mudroom that leads into a warm dining room with wood beams and fireplace (chimney now sealed). To the right of the dining room is a spacious living room at the front of the house with built-ins and access to the front porch. To the left of the dining room is the high functioning galley kitchen that looks into a large, bright family room with wood-burning fireplace, half bathroom and a door that opens out to the patio. The other end of the kitchen leads to a laundry room with stacked washer/dryer, built-in cabinetry and additional back patio door. The 2nd floor is reached by a stairway in the back of the dining room. At the top of the stairs, to the right, is the Main bedroom with original beams, built-in closet/shelving, and a recently renovated bathroom with new floor, new sink cabinet, new toilet and shower over tub. Across the hall are 2 more light-filled bedrooms that share the hall full bathroom with new sink cabinet and lots of newer plumbing. Up the stairs to the 3rd Floor you will find 2 more bedrooms that are currently being used as a workout room and office. There is an unfinished basement for utilities, work area and storage, new windows. Crawl space under 1955 addition. Gas boiler (2014). 2 separate central air conditioning air handlers, one in basement, one in attic. Brand new 50 gallon gas domestic hot water heater. 200 AMP electric service with circuit breakers. Copper water service line to the street. Things to take note of: Absolutely stunning random width red southern pine floors; Electric heat in the family room; 19th century clapboard siding in wonderful condition. Fully fenced rear yard with private rear patio and small shed. Off-street parking for 2 cars. Attractive location close to Flourtown restaurants and shops. The #94 SEPTA bus is down the street on Bethlehem Pike. A short walk to Fort Washington State Park or short drive to Chestnut Hill or Blue Bell resources or to Rte 309 Expressway and PA turnpike or enjoy the splendor and birdsong of the beautiful back yard. Showings begin 5/20/23.

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Listed by: Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty