Home for sale in coveted Merwood Park, located in Havertown, Pennsylvania.
Set in the center of a quiet street, oozing with charm. Two bird families living in the birdhouses hanging on the front porch, which provides a great seat for watching the annual Fourth of July bicycle parade and Christmas Carolers in the winter.
Original inlaid oak hardwood floors, once covered in years of cigar smoke and tar, were recently sanded and refinished to show off their original glory, with natural 80 year old patina.
Birds continue to greet you throughout the home in antique, hand-tinted lithograph prints, wooden birdcages, iron bird candle holders, a signed bird print by Arthur Morris, and assorted wooden penguin cutesies.
Sky blue dining area overlooks the back yard full of birds, and leads to the kitchen…
Which was toiled over for nearly a year, after gutting the original 1950s plywood cabinets and knocking into the former laundry room. Authentic 1920s lithograph reflects the color scheme in the kitchen and dining room, brushed nickel accents throughout. Subway tiles and “Barn Red” paint were skillfully added by a good friend. Odd bathroom with shower stall located across from pantry cabinet near the back door… previous owner was an old man who found this necessary.
New wood deck extends the living space to the outdoors, which steps down to a brick patio and professionally hardscaped garden and spacious backyard, designed by a friend. Tall cedar fence provides privacy from intrusive neighbors on the left…
While cedar pickets allow views of the creek and Merwood Park, which doubles as a flood plain, which guarantees it will never be developed. Public playground, softball fields and basketball court provide summer entertainment during Little League games and the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Yard is completely fenced in which makes it ideal for a Beagle puppy to romp in.
Tall arbor with pergola leads out to small seating area overlooking the creek and park. Perfect location for a fire pit to toast marshmellows and drink cocktails at night. Shaded by a tall Pin Oak tree that grew from an acorn planted by the previous homeowners’ daughter. Great location for duck feeding, birdwatching, firefly catching and wading (especially for water-loving dogs). Instills wonder and awe to children looking for tadpoles or trying to catch fish with string tied to a stick. Particularly beautiful after a snowfall.
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That’s how my description of our house would go. A bit romantic for an MLS report, which reads more like this:
“Conveniently located on a quiet street in Merwood Park. This home is in move-in condition. The original oak floors with inlaid trim are in excellent condition. Updates include a beautifully remodeled kitchen with glass front cabinets and granite countertops as well as an additional full bath. The large deck leads to a nicely landscaped and fenced rear yard which overlooks a small stream and park. The walk-up third floor provides space that could be finished to create additional bedrooms or a master suite. Due to an out of state transfer the owner is including the refrigerator,washer/dryer,2 window AC units, and may be willing to sell some furniture as well.”
Heart and soul not included.
I happen to be online and I came across your home pics. I spent many days playing with the McFadden boys (Steve and Andrew) who lived in your home back in the 60’s through the 80’s. Nice work with the remodeling. Pics brought back many fond memories playing in Merwood too.
Cordially,
Dan Murphy