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SOME HOMES SIMPLY HAVE A SOUL..... Quietly tucked among the winding lanes of the prestigious Ardrossan section of Villanova, the Gold Coast of Radnor Township, 847 Lesley Road has been gracefully welcoming family and friends for nearly a century. Offered for the first time in over 40 years, this extraordinary three-story stone Colonial is more than an architectural landmark—it is a home filled with laughter echoing from summer afternoons by the pool, holiday gatherings that spilled from one gracious room to the next, and generations of cherished memories waiting to be passed to those who will write its next chapter. From the moment you arrive beneath the canopy of mature trees, there is an unmistakable sense of peace. The house feels as though it has always belonged here, perfectly settled into its breathtaking surroundings where architecture and nature exist in complete harmony. Lovingly expanded and thoughtfully reimagined over the years, every addition has honored the home's timeless character while creating the effortless luxury today's lifestyle demands. Sunlight pours through oversized windows and French doors, illuminating beautifully proportioned rooms where refined millwork, gleaming hardwood floors, and timeless architectural details create spaces that are both elegant and wonderfully inviting. The main living spaces unfold with remarkable ease, each room flowing naturally into the next before opening through countless French doors to wraparound stone terraces, an expansive deck, and one of the most magical backyards on the Main Line. Here, lush gardens, sweeping lawns, towering specimen trees, and a sparkling pool create a private sanctuary that feels worlds away. It is easy to imagine children spending endless summer days in the pool, cocktails shared on the terrace as the sun begins to set, and family dinners lingering long into warm summer evenings beneath the glow of lantern light. Designed to evolve with every stage of life, the home offers five to six bedrooms, four full baths, and three half baths. A private office with its own entrance is tucked above the attached garage, creating an ideal work-from-home retreat. Completing this remarkable estate is a detached two-car garage with a beautifully appointed apartment above—perfect for extended family, an au pair, guests, or a private studio. Homes like this are extraordinarily rare. They cannot be recreated, only cherished. Rich in history yet thoughtfully refined for modern living, 847 Lesley Road offers that elusive feeling every buyer hopes to find—a home that is as beautiful as it is welcoming, as sophisticated as it is comfortable, and one that instantly feels as though it has always been yours. This is more than a home. It is a legacy. It is a lifestyle. It is where the next generation of unforgettable memories begins. SHOWINGS BEGIN ON WEDNESDAY JULY 15th!! Interior Photos coming & Square footage does not include apartment above 2 car detached Garage ( 1,279 sq ft)

5 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths

SOME HOMES SIMPLY HAVE A SOUL..... Quietly tucked among the winding lanes of the prestigious Ardrossan section of Villanova, the Gold Coast of Radnor Township, 847 Lesley Road has been gracefully welcoming family and friends for nearly a century. Offered for the first time in over 40 years, this extraordinary three-story stone Colonial is more than an architectural landmark—it is a home filled with laughter echoing from summer afternoons by the pool, holiday gatherings that spilled from one gracious room to the next, and generations of cherished memories waiting to be passed to those who will write its next chapter. From the moment you arrive beneath the canopy of mature trees, there is an unmistakable sense of peace. The house feels as though it has always belonged here, perfectly settled into its breathtaking surroundings where architecture and nature exist in complete harmony. Lovingly expanded and thoughtfully reimagined over the years, every addition has honored the home's timeless character while creating the effortless luxury today's lifestyle demands. Sunlight pours through oversized windows and French doors, illuminating beautifully proportioned rooms where refined millwork, gleaming hardwood floors, and timeless architectural details create spaces that are both elegant and wonderfully inviting. The main living spaces unfold with remarkable ease, each room flowing naturally into the next before opening through countless French doors to wraparound stone terraces, an expansive deck, and one of the most magical backyards on the Main Line. Here, lush gardens, sweeping lawns, towering specimen trees, and a sparkling pool create a private sanctuary that feels worlds away. It is easy to imagine children spending endless summer days in the pool, cocktails shared on the terrace as the sun begins to set, and family dinners lingering long into warm summer evenings beneath the glow of lantern light. Designed to evolve with every stage of life, the home offers five to six bedrooms, four full baths, and three half baths. A private office with its own entrance is tucked above the attached garage, creating an ideal work-from-home retreat. Completing this remarkable estate is a detached two-car garage with a beautifully appointed apartment above—perfect for extended family, an au pair, guests, or a private studio. Homes like this are extraordinarily rare. They cannot be recreated, only cherished. Rich in history yet thoughtfully refined for modern living, 847 Lesley Road offers that elusive feeling every buyer hopes to find—a home that is as beautiful as it is welcoming, as sophisticated as it is comfortable, and one that instantly feels as though it has always been yours. This is more than a home. It is a legacy. It is a lifestyle. It is where the next generation of unforgettable memories begins. SHOWINGS BEGIN ON WEDNESDAY JULY 15th!! Interior Photos coming & Square footage does not include apartment above 2 car detached Garage ( 1,279 sq ft)

847 Lesley Rd, Villanova

Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon. Contact:

Selling Office: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC.

$2,865,000

Simply gorgeous pastoral, year-round views greet you when you reside at 188 Abrahams Lane, a truly special property on nearly two acres in Villanova, Radnor Township. Perfectly perched upon a hilltop overlooking the storied and historically significant Ardrossan Farm, this renovated Farmhouse home and extensive property provides a rare offering for the most discriminating buyer. This property is in one of the most coveted settings on the Main Line framed by extraordinary and protected farmland. The current owner thoughtfully renovated this home to the highest standards with attention to detail at every opportunity. The elegant and warm interior matches the extraordinary exterior design of the structure and grounds featuring perfectly designed stone hardscaping and natural landscapes, including award-winning daylilies curated by the original owner. The entry to this Historic Farmhouse features stately double doors, rich cherry paneling surrounding a woodburning fireplace. The Main Level provides unique blue stone slate floors in the entry way leading to all living areas; the living room features a fireplace with surround cabinetry, deep set windows, oak floors, and an abundance of light; French doors open to the sun room overlooking the expansive hillside to the Ardrossan Estate valley with magnificent barn views providing year-round living space with custom, insulated laminated glass walls providing noise and UV protection; a convenient wet bar located between the living and dining room perfect for entertaining; the dining room, just off the foyer, also overlooks the farm meadow through large windows; the kitchen provides a cook’s desired workspace with historic barn and sunset view; a corner exposure with sundrenched breakfast area completes the kitchen and offers another convenient entrance just steps to the patio and pool; a welcoming family room with stunning Farmhouse fireplace with original stone and reclaimed wood mantel, a wood beamed ceiling, and cherry floors complete the Main Level. A perfectly designed central staircase leads to the Second Level featuring five light-filled bedrooms with beautiful corner exposures. The primary suite runs front-to-back with breathtaking views of the Ardrossan Farm meadow, a full bath w/double vanity, walk-in closet, recessed windows with original tile sills and detailed millwork; the two additional hall bedrooms enjoy Jack & Jill full bath; the fourth bedroom is a full suite w/hallway, an abundance of windows, two closets and full bath; the fifth bedroom, a separate wing, is accessed from additional back staircase allowing for perfect guest accommodations or au pair suite, w/laundry and a full hall bath to service all bedrooms, if necessary. The Third Level is unfinished with expansive space easily designed for additional bedroom suite. The detached two-bay garage features stone and elegant architectural lines and details that complement the house. It features exposed stone interior walls, cherry wood ceiling, and recessed lighting. The finished second floor also has a cherry wood ceiling and recessed lighting, providing a lovely space for home office or studio. The expansive private grounds provide features to satisfy an active family. An in-ground pool with sunset backdrop, a large flat, fenced back yard, and sizable dog run area discretely located on the side of the property. Curved stone walls surround a circular arrival court framing the main entry, and historic streetlamps provide elegant property lighting. All discriminating buyers will appreciate the architectural details throughout the home, including solid cherry doors, extensive millwork throughout, brass hardware, sophisticated lighting design, Duratherm windows and other subtleties creating a warm and luxurious living environment. This exquisite home/property is nestled among bucolic farmlands just minutes to conveniences- Chanticleer, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, transportation, I-476!

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

Simply gorgeous pastoral, year-round views greet you when you reside at 188 Abrahams Lane, a truly special property on nearly two acres in Villanova, Radnor Township. Perfectly perched upon a hilltop overlooking the storied and historically significant Ardrossan Farm, this renovated Farmhouse home and extensive property provides a rare offering for the most discriminating buyer. This property is in one of the most coveted settings on the Main Line framed by extraordinary and protected farmland. The current owner thoughtfully renovated this home to the highest standards with attention to detail at every opportunity. The elegant and warm interior matches the extraordinary exterior design of the structure and grounds featuring perfectly designed stone hardscaping and natural landscapes, including award-winning daylilies curated by the original owner. The entry to this Historic Farmhouse features stately double doors, rich cherry paneling surrounding a woodburning fireplace. The Main Level provides unique blue stone slate floors in the entry way leading to all living areas; the living room features a fireplace with surround cabinetry, deep set windows, oak floors, and an abundance of light; French doors open to the sun room overlooking the expansive hillside to the Ardrossan Estate valley with magnificent barn views providing year-round living space with custom, insulated laminated glass walls providing noise and UV protection; a convenient wet bar located between the living and dining room perfect for entertaining; the dining room, just off the foyer, also overlooks the farm meadow through large windows; the kitchen provides a cook’s desired workspace with historic barn and sunset view; a corner exposure with sundrenched breakfast area completes the kitchen and offers another convenient entrance just steps to the patio and pool; a welcoming family room with stunning Farmhouse fireplace with original stone and reclaimed wood mantel, a wood beamed ceiling, and cherry floors complete the Main Level. A perfectly designed central staircase leads to the Second Level featuring five light-filled bedrooms with beautiful corner exposures. The primary suite runs front-to-back with breathtaking views of the Ardrossan Farm meadow, a full bath w/double vanity, walk-in closet, recessed windows with original tile sills and detailed millwork; the two additional hall bedrooms enjoy Jack & Jill full bath; the fourth bedroom is a full suite w/hallway, an abundance of windows, two closets and full bath; the fifth bedroom, a separate wing, is accessed from additional back staircase allowing for perfect guest accommodations or au pair suite, w/laundry and a full hall bath to service all bedrooms, if necessary. The Third Level is unfinished with expansive space easily designed for additional bedroom suite. The detached two-bay garage features stone and elegant architectural lines and details that complement the house. It features exposed stone interior walls, cherry wood ceiling, and recessed lighting. The finished second floor also has a cherry wood ceiling and recessed lighting, providing a lovely space for home office or studio. The expansive private grounds provide features to satisfy an active family. An in-ground pool with sunset backdrop, a large flat, fenced back yard, and sizable dog run area discretely located on the side of the property. Curved stone walls surround a circular arrival court framing the main entry, and historic streetlamps provide elegant property lighting. All discriminating buyers will appreciate the architectural details throughout the home, including solid cherry doors, extensive millwork throughout, brass hardware, sophisticated lighting design, Duratherm windows and other subtleties creating a warm and luxurious living environment. This exquisite home/property is nestled among bucolic farmlands just minutes to conveniences- Chanticleer, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, transportation, I-476!

188 Abrahams Ln, Villanova

Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont. Contact:

Selling Office: BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford.

$1,800,000

Prime Development opportunity on one of Villanova’s most prestigious streets in the Ardrossan neighborhood, with views of land protected by Brandywine conservancy. Watch the sun set every night with this Western exposure, and a substantial footprint for renovation, expansion, or teardown. Bring your architect and builder to reimagine the existing home or create a new construction estate in a premier location and setting surrounded by the highest priced properties in the area. Located in the top-ranked Radnor School District, this is a rare opportunity for builders, investors, or end users to capitalize on a premier Main Line setting. Pool is on this property. Tennis court is not on this lot.

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths

Prime Development opportunity on one of Villanova’s most prestigious streets in the Ardrossan neighborhood, with views of land protected by Brandywine conservancy. Watch the sun set every night with this Western exposure, and a substantial footprint for renovation, expansion, or teardown. Bring your architect and builder to reimagine the existing home or create a new construction estate in a premier location and setting surrounded by the highest priced properties in the area. Located in the top-ranked Radnor School District, this is a rare opportunity for builders, investors, or end users to capitalize on a premier Main Line setting. Pool is on this property. Tennis court is not on this lot.

176 Abrahams Ln, Villanova

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact:

Selling Office: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC.

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