Look no further. This 1897 Okie treasure with period courtyard, is set back behind a stately private privet hedge and is being offered for the first time to the public after it's incredible full restoration, renovation and expansions, with designs by Rene Hoffman. One of a kind authentic masterpieces like this are rarely available. This spectacular show-stopper property that has been showcased on select home and kitchen tours, is in absolute move-in condition. Architectural features include an incredibly open floor plan concept with 10'-15' ceiling heights, exposed original beams, natural cherry floors throughout the home and second floor carriage house suite, jaw-dropping entrance foyer with front to back views, expansive great room, beautiful library with custom built-ins and coffered ceiling , spacious dining room with bull-nosed window, stunning crown moldings and casements, spectacular gourmet chef's kitchen with carefully crafted custom alder cabinets, hand hammered copper farm sink, 48" SubZero refrigerator/ freezer, double Wolf convection wall ovens, Wolf drawer microwave, 6-burner Viking Professional series cooktop, oversized eat-in working island, spacious breakfast room with 2 walls of windows and French doors leading out to the inviting flagstone patio, breathtaking sun room with herringbone brick floor, wine refrigerator, icemaker and custom creamy cabinets with interior lighting and glass fronts and cherry countertop, and a large mudroom. The second floor features a gracious, bright master suite with 14 foot beamed ceiling, his and hers walk in closets with custom built-ins, timeless porcelain bath with oversized frameless glass shower, his and hers double vanity and separate commode room, second bedroom with vaulted ceiling, original exposed beams, large closet with built-ins and a beautiful creamy porcelain en-suite bath with frameless glass shower, marble topped custom vanity and brushed nickle fixtures, third bedroom with 15' vaulted ceiling, exposed original beams, spacious custom outfitted double closet and finished loft, custom tiled Jack and Jill bath with double custom white vanity and separate bathtub/ shower commode room, large upstairs laundry and access to a spacious attic. The oversized 3 car garage features a separate potting shed and sun-filled staircase with private door leading up to a stunning finished bonus suite with includes a great room with custom and recessed lighting and surround sound speakers, full custom Pottery Barn bathroom, custom kitchen and independent HVAC zoning. All wiring, plumbing, radiant, gas and AC systems, windows, roof and generator were replaced during or after this renovation. Enjoy complete privacy, impressively understated and comfortable spaces and easy access to renowned schools, restaurants, shopping, Wayne, Bryn Mawr, Center City, KOP Mall, parks, trails, trains, Center City Philadelphia , Philadelphia International Airport and more. * * * SHOWINGS WILL BEGIN WITH AN OPEN HOUSE ON 2/27, 2 - 4PM. * * *
Single-familyProperty Type
1897Year Built
0.81 acresLot Size
$505Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Yakulis• Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
•610-229-9011 (broker)
Bought with Susan Blumenthal• BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
Special opportunity to own a completely renovated, expanded, beautifully restored piece of Main Line history. This stunning Carriage House is part of the original Joseph Smallwood Vetterlein Estate known as "Knoll Hurst". Breathtaking designs by R. A. Hoffman Architects, Inc. , and a fabulous custom gourmet kit/breakfast rm by Charles Weiler w/ custom cabinetry, Professional appliances & every bell & whistle for comfort & entertaining. Finely crafted by renowned Bldr Kevin Manley. Features incl 10' ceilings on 1st & 2nd flrs, stunning millwork, materials & amenities t/o, exposed beams, cherry flrs t/o dramatic open floorplan w/ grand stiarcase, luxurious, spacious master ste, second guest ste, & expansion possibilities above oversized 3-car gar. Located on a beautiful flat privately landscaped lot adjacent to the beautifully restored original Manor Home and close to all Radnor Schools, shopping & all forms of transportation. Early 2010 delivery with opportunity to work with builder to customize. Taxes/assessmt TBD
BRIGHT MLS #1008589384
Mar 26, 2009
Listing Removed
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Sep 2, 2008
Listed
$1,785,000
$298/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008379076
Sep 2, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jan 23, 2008
Listed
$1,750,000
$292/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE103534
Jul 25, 2008
Sold
$500,000
$83/sq ft
Nov 11, 2007
Listing Removed
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Sep 10, 2007
Listed
$1,199,000
$200/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1008378998
Apr 18, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jan 23, 2008
Listed
$799,000
$133/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE383522
Sep 10, 2007
Listing Removed
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May 17, 2007
Listed
$1,399,000
$233/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PADE381920
Jul 9, 2007
Listing Removed
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Nov 1, 2006
Listed
$869,000
$145/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$40,072 (+10.1%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2025
$36,389 (+3.8%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2024
$35,050 (+4.1%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2023
$33,660 (+1.1%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2022
$33,293 (−37.7%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2021
$53,478 (+49.6%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2020
$35,740 (+2.9%)
$143,440 + $883,940
$1,027,380
2019
$34,732 (+2.0%)
$143,440 + $883,940
$1,027,380
2018
$34,050 (+2.1%)
2017
$33,337 (+4.5%)
2015
$31,913
2014
$31,914 (+0.8%)
2013
$31,667 (+3.5%)
2011
$30,586 (+242.7%)
2010
$8,926
Tax history for 225 Upper Gulph
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$40,072 (+10.1%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2025
$36,389 (+3.8%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2024
$35,050 (+4.1%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2023
$33,660 (+1.1%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2022
$33,293 (−37.7%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2021
$53,478 (+49.6%)
$275,250 + $1,458,310
$1,733,560
2020
$35,740 (+2.9%)
$143,440 + $883,940
$1,027,380
2019
$34,732 (+2.0%)
$143,440 + $883,940
$1,027,380
2018
$34,050 (+2.1%)
2017
$33,337 (+4.5%)
2015
$31,913
2014
$31,914 (+0.8%)
2013
$31,667 (+3.5%)
2011
$30,586 (+242.7%)
2010
$8,926
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.81 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
5,162
Year built
1897
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
36020117800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area, Oversized, Other