JIM VENEMA

Description

Refreshed and back on the market! 24 Lakewood Drive is a stunning 7 Bedroom, 6 Full Bath, 3 Half Bath, French Country residence, offering over 12,000 square feet of pristine living space. This private estate nestled on 3.4 acres with lush grounds and meticulous landscaping makes a grand first impression as you enter through the iron gate and up the circular drive with center fountain. Enter into the 2 story Foyer with marble floor, personal elevator, beautiful curved staircase w/ custom iron railings, and a powder room w/ custom landscape mural. The adjacent light-filled formal Living Room features a fireplace w/ intricate wood mantle, custom millwork shelving, hidden wet bar, and floor to ceiling windows that offer impeccable views of the Springton Reservoir. Hardwood floors continue in the formal Dining Room with Venetian plaster walls, crown molding, and crystal chandelier. The gourmet Kitchen with custom coffered ceilings & access to the flagstone patio, boasts granite countertops and top of the line appliances including a double oven, 6-burner Wolf range, two sub zero refrigerators, two Miele dishwashers, and a Sharp microwave drawer in the island. There’s also a butler’s pantry, mudroom w/ built-ins, and convenient Half Bath. The adjacent Family Room & Dining area with sliding doors to the patio create a perfect place to entertain family and friends. A handsome office/study with dark wood paneling, extensive built-ins, and gas fireplace offers a quiet space to work or read. Make your way to the incredible main floor Primary Suite, fully renovated in 2015, with a painted wood floor Foyer that sets the tone for the sophisticated touches found throughout. A fireplace in the Bedroom, “His and Her” bathrooms, each with marble floors, glass showers, & custom cabinetry, an expansive dressing room with “his and her” islands & custom closets, a Juliet balcony, and separate HVAC, make this space the perfect place to start and end your days. Head up the staircase to the oversized landing overlooking the living room, with skylights for an abundance of natural light. The second level offers 6 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, and a bonus storage room. Head down to the impressive lower level, designed with entertaining in mind, to find a bar area w/ wine cellar, den, full kitchen, game room w/ beamed ceiling & half bath, exercise room with sauna/steam room, full bath w/ shower, and outside access to the sprawling slate patio. The back yard with multiple outdoor spaces, in-ground pool, hot tub, and pool house w/ stone fireplace, kitchen, & half bath, is truly your own private oasis. No detail has been overlooked in this luxurious home once owned by Phillie’s legend, Mike Schmidt. Just 15 minutes to the airport & downtown, and close to all that Media has to offer, this home is an absolute treat for even the most discerning buyer.

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