748 CASTLEWOOD RD Glenside, PA 19038

Welcome Home!! Backing to the stately tall trees adjacent to Edgehill Woods Wildlife Preserve, regally settled on a quiet street in highly regarded Glenside, we find an attractive 2 story, colonial constructed in 1942 & covered by brick and vinyl siding. This sturdy built home, bragging a freshly painted interior, has been lovingly maintained and improved for the past 17 years. At first approach we notice the friendly atmosphere of the neighborhood by the smiles on the faces of people tending to their landscaping chores or taking a stroll. Opening the front door take care to notice the welcoming living room drenched in natural light cascades through the shimmering windows of the room brightening the gleam of the polished hardwood parquet flooring. Sunlight surges through the walk-in bay window enhancing the warm glow in the room. The flow of the spacious floor plan was planned for entertaining and relaxed living. The handsome formal dining room awaits a sizeable gathering for a holiday dinner or an intimate meal for 2. Next to the dining room, accessible via a glass French door, is the den/office with vaulted ceiling, the ideal quiet spot to unwind & enjoy a good book. In the updated Kitchen, the chef of the household will enjoy meal prep & clean enriched by brand new appliances: Fridgidaire 5 burner gas self-cleaning range & built-in microwave, Bosch dishwasher & refrigerator; beadboard backsplash and vinyl flooring plus an abundance of 42 inch Oak cabinetry. Adjacent to the kitchen we find a cozy, charming breakfast room designed for casual dining or quick meal on the go. An outside entry door grants easy access to & from the secluded back yard. Exiting out to the protected tranquil setting filled with sights and sounds of the nature setting which surround you makes time spent here enjoying warm summer nights the time well spent. A perimeter stone retaining wall with built-n fireplace/BBQ accents the natural seclusion as you relax next to a fire or cook-up some outside deliciousness. Ascending the steps to the sleeping level hosting a ceramic tiled hall bath, carpeted master bedroom with breezy lighted ceiling fan & featuring a covered 2nd story covered deck/balcony overlooking the majestic castle woods. Additionally, there are 2 more bright, airy & restful bedrooms on this level each including ample closets, lighted ceiling fans, carpeting over hardwood floors and sunlight streaming through glistening windows. Venturing down to the partially finished basement from the kitchen we find relaxation headquarters in the family room complete with built-in spaces for video & musical equipment storage. The incredible usable 19 x 14 unfinished space is a neat & clean laundry/utility room. The washer and dryer are tidily tucked to one side leaving plenty of room for utilities and tons of storage. An attached 1 car garage with auto opener completes the offering, The crowning glory to owning this home is its premier location in Glenside in close proximity top notch Abington schools (K thru 12); parks; Revitalized Kewsick Village for quaint shops, an assortment of pubs & restaurants to satisfy your diverse palate and of course the renowned Keswick Theater for a wide variety of year round entertainment. Downtown Glenside is just a short ride down Easton Rd. plus the convenience of 4 train stations, public transit and main roadways traveling in all directions like New York, the NJ shore, Chestnut Hill and downtown Philadelphia!! You will be happy to call this your "Home Sweet Home! "