1233 LAURA LANE , North Wales, PA 19454

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Much beloved, rarely available, premier location! Lovingly maintained by the same family -the original homeowners-for 40 years. Nestled away on a quiet and safe cul-de-sac within the prestigious Gwynedd Knoll premier enclave, this federal style brick estate evokes a feeling of warmth, security and scenic charm. This home rises majestically from a customized landscaped l.45-acre parcel, the largest and most coveted lot in the entire development. A masterful blend of stately brick architecture and park-like serenity, this residence offers a luxury lifestyle within the award winning Wissahickon School District. The elongated driveway provides a distinctive first impression of the home, creates a welcoming experience with ample space for multiple vehicles. There is a striking ascending frontage with well-designed customized landscaping enhancing the home’s visual impact. Flowers curated to bloom with rotating palate of vibrant colors through spring and summer. Cross the threshold into a breathtaking, light-filled two-story grand foyer with custom millwork, artist commissioned tromp l’oeil details and a dramatic circular staircase which set an immediate tone of sophisticated elegance. Quality, custom wood floors throughout the house. A formal dining room exudes grace with classic crown molding, wainscoting, and a bay window for stylish dinner parties. The formal living room centers around a warm gas fireplace, highlighted soft decorative faux painting. The living room boasts a custom mantlepiece with a decorative design which enhances the sense of refinement. There is a handsome 1st floor executive office adjacent to the living room. Designed with both daily living and grand scale entertaining in mind, the expanded epicurean kitchen is suitably attractive and functional. It features cream-colored cabinets, rich granite countertops, a double oven, an imported French sink, pantry space and a large conversation island. The kitchen includes a separate eating space. A mudroom and separate laundry room are located off the kitchen. First floor private in -law-suite complete with its own bathroom and dedicated heating/air condition unit, which can be used for multi-generational living and guests. Family room has a floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace which serves as a focal point and a bespoke bump-out bar for entertainment. Also, a Four-Season light -filled sunroom, which is a glass enclosed living space designed to extend the home’s interior into the outdoors. The upper-level houses four thoughtfully designed bedrooms, each complete with custom closet-built ins. The primary suite is a true multi-room retreat, featuring a generous bedroom, a private sitting room/second office, two large walk-in custom closets, and an updated bathroom. One of the bedrooms has been transformed into a library/music room which offers a calm and intellectual retreat. This can be easily converted back into a bedroom, if desired. There is an a