1230 Birmingham Rd, West Chester, PA 19382

A rare opportunity to own a piece of history in this spectacular 3.6 acre estate in Chester County. Originally built in 1850, ~Hawthorne Lodge~ built by Charles Sharpless is just a short distance from the Brandywine Battlefield, Birmingham Hill trail entrance, and over a 100 acres of conservation land. This historically registered home boasts over 4700 square feet of living space, with 6 well-apportioned bedrooms and 4.5 baths. As you approach the formal entrance way you are graced by a lovely wrap around porch perfect for taking in the rolling countryside of the Brandywine Valley. Upon entertaining the main house your first impressions are not let down with impossibly high ceilings and easy transition points from one room to another. Perfect for entertaining, the large formal dining and living rooms are met with satisfyingly wide planked original wood floors and oversized windows providing an abundance of natural light. An expanded eat-in kitchen stocked with luxury-grade appliances will surely exceed the expectations of even the most ardent of home chefs. The basement which is adorned with exposed wood beams provides another family room, craft/hobby room, and plenty of storage areas beyond. Back on the second level, the Owner~s suite reveals a generous walk-in closet, hammered copper soaking tub, and a large separate shower. The carriage house now serves as an oversized two car garage featuring an upstairs guest residence complete with kitchenette, living room, full bath, and a large bedroom. Set in the award winning Unionville-Chadds Ford School District, this exquisite property is in close proximity to a bevy of renowned restaurants, stores, vineyards, and outlet routes to major destinations. Beyond the wrought-iron entrance gates of Hawthorne Lodge, old world charm and sophistication meet today~s comfort and sensibility; as the lucky new Owner will have the chance to be a steward of this Chester County treasure.