Fabulous  5 bedroom, 3.5 bath townhouse in the prestigious Rittenhouse Square area of Philadelphia. Custom features include original crown moldings, 5 fireplaces, hardwood floors, 2-zoned HVAC, stainless appliances-sub zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, commercial stove. Finished basement with full bathroom and separate entrance. Enjoy the spacious living spaces, high ceilings, abundant closets, huge bedrooms and large landscaped garden. Both the house and outdoor space are great for entertaining-from cocktail parties to large sit-down dinners.  This historic property has been meticulously maintained with recessed lighting throughout, coffered living/dining room ceiling,  intricate wood paneling, showcased by the grand winding staircase up to the 4th floor atrium, wonderful light-filled skylights and spectacular city views.

First floor, beautiful vestibule entrance with marble floor leads to open concept living/dining/kitchen, 1 fireplace, half bath.  Spectacular floor to ceiling bay in kitchen opens to romantic garden accented by large white Dogwood and white Crape Myrtle trees. Second floor, currently used as formal dining room, can function as an office/library/living room, 2 fireplaces, hallway with  Butler's pantry-Dumbwaiter/wet bar, sitting area and spacious great room overlooking the tree-lined street. Third floor features  2 large bedrooms, 2 more fireplaces, detailed crown molding,  magnificent tiled hall bathroom, laundry.  Fourth floor finishes the home with natural light atrium, 2 additional large bedrooms, decorative mantle and tiled hall bathroom with striking stained glass window accents.  Straight stairs to the finished basement can function as the fifth bedroom/au pair/office/playroom with full bathroom and separate entrance to the street.  Large storage room and mechanicals complete this floor. The unmatched premier location is steps from Rittenhouse/Fitler Square, local parks, restaurants/cafes, world class shopping, tennis courts, Schuylkill Banks trail, dog park, public transportation, 30th Street Station, major highways, University City and hospitals. One year prepaid parking at Rittenhouse area garage is included in the sale. A bonus 1-year basic HSA Home Warranty is included. Homestead Exemption eligible for new homebuyers.