265 Upper Gulph Road, Wayne

Come live the dream in the heart of the Main Line, in this beautifully updated, light bathed Cape Cod Colonial in prime Wayne. Nestled on large lush grounds in a parklike setting graced by tall trees and stretching lawn is a real charmer of a family home, greeting you with an inviting covered front porch entrance. Also on the property is a fabulous separate studio apartment, perfect for extended family, out-of-town guests, or an au pair , with vaulted ceilings, a bedroom/living area, kitchenette, full bath & huge windows capturing scenic views, along with a 2-car garage with barn-style door and ample parking for cars. Upgrades are extensive and include new exterior & interior paint, new roofing, new garage door opener with sensor, new windows, new HVAC, new hot water heater, new appliances, an advanced security system & installation of a whole-house backup power generator. The main residence~s gracious 2-story sky-lit foyer with tiled flooring, tasteful wainscoting & millwork, and an elegant staircase welcomes you inside. A coat closet, powder room & entry to the lower level are conveniently nearby. The foyer spills into the generous public rooms enriched by hardwood floors, offering a great flow for entertaining. Converse & sip cocktails around the fireplace in the large sophisticated living room, then proceed to the open formal dining room for sharing sit-down meals. Adjoining is a sun-bathed gourmet kitchen appointed with wood cabinetry, big center island, stainless steel appliances, plus a handy workstation & pantry. An open breakfast area is great for casual fare; or take your coffee outside & lounge on the lovely rear deck. Open to the kitchen and dining room is a soaring vaulted-ceiling family room with a wood-burning fireplace, built-in entertainment center & sliding glass doors that lead out to the spacious fenced, tree-lined backyard. Escape to your divine first-floor master bedroom retreat with access to the rear deck where you can sun, lounge, or relax in the hot tub. Completing the comfort are abundant closets and a lovely en-suite bath with double sinks, jetted tub & separate shower. On the upper level, featuring an airy overlook to the family room, are 3 carpeted bedrooms. One has an en-suite bath & one is being used as an office. In addition there~s a full sky-lit shared bath in the hallway. The finished lower level has lots of space for parties & recreation as well as a children~s play area, gym, laundry & storage/mechanical room. Enjoy upscale living in a family-friendly neighborhood & amazing location in the top-rated Radnor school district, near award-winning restaurants, excellent shopping, all major highways, the Septa Station, new Penn Medicine campus, local universities & other amenities.