Hidden down a long private tree-lined drive, nestled amid mature trees and lush greenery is an exquisite 4 bedroom 4.5 bath French Country Colonial estate on 2.5 bucolic acres. Respected Main Line interior designer Barbara Blair, in collaboration with architects Fred Bissinger and Scott McIntyre, fully and impeccably renovated this expansive upscale 2-story home melding modern luxury with casual understated elegance. Attention to detail was paid to the wonderful architectural elements and refined finishes throughout, creating an ambiance any discerning family will lovingly embrace. Redone within the last year are the roof, exterior and windows, adding value and allure. A unique sense of beauty envelopes you upon entry, with a soaring light-filled hardwood Center Hall leading into gracious living space. Host guests around the fireplace in the lovely living room, which is further distinguished by built-in cabinetry, ceiling beams and picture windows. A wainscoted dining room with generous windows, hardwood floors and a striking domed ceiling provides an ideal backdrop for formal meals. The chef will be delighted to prepare and entertain in the stunning, functional gourmet kitchen styled with 2 islands, furniture-style cabinetry and premium appliances. An open breakfast room with wood ceiling beams and a window wall facing scenic grounds can fit the whole family. Relax after dinner in the charming open family room with a fireplace flanked by large windows, a vaulted ceiling and exposed wood beams. The sprawling main level master suite is an absolute dream with a vaulted wood beam ceiling, abundant windows on 3 exposures, French glass-paneled doors leading to the in-ground swimming pool, separate his & her walk-in closets plus his & her full bathrooms! Other highlights of this special tastefully-done home include an office with built-ins & glass doors to the pool, a laundry room, mudroom, partially-finished basement with a wine cellar, central air, security system and 3-car attached garage. When the weather is nice there's no better place to enjoy it than out on the flagstone terrace surrounding the pool. Keep an eye on the family as they play on the large rear fenced lawn. There's even a potting shed for the gardener. A private paradise for all!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$372Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Robin Gordon• BHHS Fox & Roach - Haverford S
•610-649-4500 (broker)
Bought with Robin Gordon• BHHS Fox & Roach - Haverford S
Down a long, tree lined drive past manicured grounds is the spectacular Country French home of one of the Main Line's most respected interior designers, Barbara Blair. Together with architects Fred Bissinger and Scott McIntyre, Blair has completely renovated and expanded this "casual yet refined" home with exquisite architectural details and design elements throughout. Highlights include a gourmet Kitchen with two islands and furniture style cabinetry, a Family Room with vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, an elegant Living Room with fireplace & built-in cabinetry and Dining Room with hardwood floors, generous windows & domed ceiling. A luxurious Master Bedroom Suite features a vaulted ceiling with beams, windows on three exposures and separate His & Hers closets and Bathrooms. The home is embraced by 2 1/2 breathtaking acres with a flagstone Terrace, stately mature trees, a potting shed and swimming pool.
BRIGHT MLS #1008493428
Jun 17, 2008
Listing Removed
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May 15, 2008
Listed
$1,499,999
$315/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 1998
Sold
$270,000
$57/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PACT297900
Nov 30, 1997
Listing Removed
—
May 31, 1997
Listed
$329,900
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$18,771 (+3.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2025
$18,066 (+6.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2024
$16,896 (+6.5%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2023
$15,871 (+2.6%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2022
$15,461 (+1.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2021
$15,167 (+2.8%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2020
$14,749 (+3.3%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2019
$14,283 (+2.0%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2018
$14,000 (+2.4%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2017
$13,666 (+6.5%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2015
$12,836 (+2.4%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2014
$12,535 (+1.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2013
$12,306 (+3.3%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2012
$11,916 (+2.8%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2011
$11,591 (+2.1%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2010
$11,351
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
Tax history for 1001 N Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$18,771 (+3.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2025
$18,066 (+6.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2024
$16,896 (+6.5%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2023
$15,871 (+2.6%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2022
$15,461 (+1.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2021
$15,167 (+2.8%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2020
$14,749 (+3.3%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2019
$14,283 (+2.0%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2018
$14,000 (+2.4%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2017
$13,666 (+6.5%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2015
$12,836 (+2.4%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2014
$12,535 (+1.9%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2013
$12,306 (+3.3%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2012
$11,916 (+2.8%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2011
$11,591 (+2.1%)
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
2010
$11,351
$164,690 + $314,980
$479,670
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
4,168
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
4309 00670000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R 1/2
Residence District
The R-1/2 Residence Districts are designed to minimize disruption to notable features such as the Exceptional Value Valley Creek Watershed, the limestone/carbonate geology of the Great Valley, Valley Forge Mountain and the natural, scenic and historic character of the Township.