* REAL ESTATE TAXES UNDER APPEAL * Nestled on a quiet street, this exquisite estate in Gladwyne stands grandly amid lush landscaped grounds on a sprawling level lot. Experience the elegance of a finely-crafted, impeccably-maintained manor home that enjoys a prime location minutes from the highly-regarded Philadelphia Country Club & other amenities. A flagstone walkway winds to an elegant covered entrance. Greeting you inside is an impressive 2-story reception hall with Brazilian cherry floors throughout the main level, a turned staircase, & Palladian window that brightens the ambience. Double doors & tasteful moldings frame the entrance to the wainscoted dining room with recessed lighting & remote dimming. A similar entryway leads into the formal living room w/ a gas fireplace, perfect for entertaining. The adjoining library offers custom built-ins, paneled detailing & a window w/ scenic views. Glass-paneled doors open to the family room through a hallway w/ a coat closet & half bath. The open flow between the kitchen, breakfast room & family room keeps everyone connected & extends to the rear flagstone patio via glass-paneled doors. The gourmet kitchen is a dream setting for all to gather with a huge center island, Yorktowne cabinetry, granite countertops & top-name appliances. The vaulted family room is lovely & light-bathed w/ massive windows overlooking greenery & a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. A mudroom accesses a walk-in pantry, powder room & 3-car attached garage. Main & rear stairs ascend to the 2nd story enriched by oak wood floors. Five spacious bedrooms, 3 w/ en-suite baths, one hall bath, & laundry. The private master retreat has a fireplace, walk-in closet, sitting room & deluxe bath w/ dual vanities, Whirlpool tub & frameless glass shower. A day-lit walkout lower level presents a finished rec room, full bath & an unfinished area for storage/mechanicals. Central vacuum, a sophisticated alarm system, & irrigation system are added bonuses. Close to the heart of Gladwyne & Rtes. 76/476.