Ideally positioned on 3 secluded acres within the Brandywine Battlefield National Historic Landmark in the heart of Chadds Ford,on historic Brintons Bridge Road (home to the Wyeth family compound)8 minutes from Longwood Gardens & 30 minutes from Philadelphia International Airport. Exciting, rustic chic contemporary 4 bedroom,3 bath home boasts 10' high ceilings, slate floors, floor to ceiling insulated glass & maintenance free copper roof. Hopes Steel Windows & French doors open onto a 75 ft long colonnaded south facing porch w/views of land under conservation easement & winter time views spanning as far as Wilmington. Custom removable porch awning provides for passive solar heat gain in winter & cooling in summer. Artfully set into the hillside, reminiscent of centennial Chester County bank barns, this stylish home has been considered in every detail & designed w/high style for modern day demands of connected living spaces, meaningful relationships w/outdoor areas, & beautifully detailed & selected interiors. A welcoming foyer is highlighted by a natural slate fl & imaginative large casement window which turn on its axis, opening to the rear yard. With the architecture encouraging a seamless flow, to the rt of foyer find a large LR, brightened by 2 full walls of windows & doors offering the focal point of a raised hearth & wood burning FP with built-in seating on either side. Overhead, find cove lighting around the perimeter of the rm & a volume ceiling, adding interest & warm glow to this inviting space. Large Office w/slate f/p & adjacent Bdrm w/painted wood flrs offers full Bath & tiled 2-person shower, providing meaningful work or private guest space. Spacious eat-in gourmet Kit w/large Corian center island & bar sink,highlighted by solid oak cabinetry, new Nantucket Stainless Steel apron front sink, honed black granite counters & character grade pine hardwood flooring. DR w/glass French doors & slate flr. Ideally sized for either small or lge scale entertaining, this rm enjoys natural light from Northern & Southern exposures. 2nd floor, 2 bright Bdrms share a white tiled hall bath & connect to an upstairs Family Rm. Cleverly designed w/built-in day beds, benches & abundant storage, this space functions as both informal gathering or spill over sleeping area. Step up to the light filled Master Bdrm through a closet lined hallway. Master Bath w/tiled flr, tub/shower. Architecture designed by a Yale educated architect tucked in desirable Chadds Ford.