MARLA SCHECHTER

Description

The silence is thick as you turn onto Townsend Circle. With the ever-changing news cycle and inventory seriously lacking, you're ready to call it quits and just pay your landlord’s mortgage for another decade. But then you saw it. The house you were told didn’t exist, around the corner from St. David’s Golf Club, minutes from the heart of downtown Wayne, and within the celebrated Tredyffrin-Eastown School District. You’ve been scoping out this neighborhood, knowing homes don’t become available here often. Welcome to 1014 Townsend Circle. Down a lovely tree-lined cul-de-sac of beautifully appointed homes sits this handsome split-level home full of stately splendor on a half-acre of lush grounds. As you pull into the driveway and spot the oversized two-car garage, a little smile creeps across your face. There it is --your house -- standing proud with its traditional front, charming shutters, and a sunny front porch perfect for morning coffee. The manicured landscaping is a fitting invitation, silently promising peace and quiet. Here, you’re entering a world where nostalgia reigns supreme and you can feel memories already being made. A lovely foyer with warm hardwood flooring greets you and you already feel at home. The formal living room’s stone fireplace invites you to have a seat and relax and dream of cozy winter evenings in front of the fire. You continue to the spacious dining room with its deep terracotta walls and imagine it filled with the laughter of family and friends at your famous dinner parties. You won’t be able to get out of hosting Thanksgiving this year with room for at least 12 guests. The kitchen has been the place where a lifetime of homemade meals have been prepared. Pickled cabinets with plenty of pantry storage and a door leading to the deck? Check and check. Its where weeknight dinners become memories. Downstairs, the large family room is the home’s de facto gathering spot. Splurge on that big comfy sofa you’ve been eyeing -- this room can handle it. Here is where you’ll rally with friends and family to watch our beloved Eagles return to the Superbowl (yes, we said it). On the second floor, find 3 bedrooms, the primary with an ensuite bathroom and two walk-in closets, and a hall bath. The third floor offers 2 additional bedrooms, plumbing for a third full bath, and a walk-in cedar closet. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, the massive unfinished basement wows you one more time. It’s not just a basement, it’s a waterproofed blank canvas with a French drain and sump pump, perfect for all your hobbies. Give yourself that art studio you promised yourself and create the outfitted woodworking shop you’ve been eyeing in magazines. There’s room for both! Outside, the secluded grounds under a canopy of mature trees remind you why you wanted to leave the city in the first place. It’s your own private paradise with garden beds, carefully manicured shrubs, and a large deck for dining al fresco. Then, there’s the neighborhood itself. Wayne is where Main Line elegance meets a seriously good time. Born in the 1880s as one of America’s first planned suburbs, Wayne has been turning heads ever since. Sure, it’s got the pedigree, leafy streets, grand old homes, and a name that nods to Revolutionary War hero Anthony Wayne, but don’t let the manners fool you. Wayne knows how to have fun. Start your weekend with a jog or stroll along the scenic Radnor Trail before brunching at Rosalie at the Wayne Hotel. Browse boutiques downtown, then dig for treasures at The Velvet Shoestring. When hunger calls, you’ll find both white-tablecloth elegance and boho charm -- think Cornerstone Bistro and market for oysters or White Dog Café for burgers. And when it’s time to head into the city? The rail gets you to Center City in just 35 minutes, proving that old-school charm and modern convenience can ride the same line. Your search is over. Welcome home.

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