Within the southern reaches of Northwest Philadelphia adjacent to Wissahickon Park, tree-lined Lincoln Drive snakes its way through dense parkland dotted with grand homes, estates, and trailheads. Beautiful historic architecture at every turn, one home prettier than the next, you can't help but fall for the storied Germantown neighborhood. Behold 5835 Wissahickon Avenue, one of five delightful homes situated between Lincoln Drive and Lehman Lane in front architect, Joseph Miller Huston's grand Oaks Cloister. Sitting high off the street behind a stone wall, it offers glorious views across Wissahickon Valley Park which boasts 57 miles of trails among 18 acres of lush parkland.
This circa 1900 home has great bones, preserved architectural details, and a comfortable layout. Patinaed original hardwood floors with delicate walnut trim, arched doorways, and thick molding and trim work harken to a simpler time and evoke feelings of nostalgia. The sun-drenched living room brings classic simplicity and design-sensitive renovations with plenty of bohemian rustic charm. The dining room is spacious and perfect for hosting a large dinner party and opens to the delightful kitchen featuring butcher block countertops, open shelving, and loads of vintage charm and farmhouse aesthetic. A convenient powder room rounds out the floor.
On the second and third floors, find five spacious and sunny bedrooms with hardwood floors and a renovated full bath boasting classic white subway tile, a pedestal sink, a laundry closet, and retro-inspired black and white tile floor. The basement is unfinished and offers dry storage.
The crowning jewel is the wonderfully lush backyard with gated alley access. The spectacular grounds feature a canopy of mature trees, serene gardens, and plenty of room to host a large housewarming party.
5835 Wissahickon Avenue is centrally located to several outstanding schools including Germantown Friends, Waldorf and Penn Charter. Enjoy a stroll through the park directly across the street, coffee at Ultimo or Papertrail Bike Cafe located within historic Rittenhouse Town, and find healthful and local grocery shopping at nearby Weaver's Way Co-Op and A&N Produce. On cobblestoned Germantown Avenue, Germantown's bustling commercial corridor, find Uncle Bobbie's Coffee and Books, Young American Hard Cider Tasting Room, and The Frosted Fox Cake Shop. Nearby, the revitalized Wayne Junction, which dates back to the 1880s and is a National Historic District, houses Attic Brewing, Merzbacher's Bakery and Deke's Barbeque. Just minutes to both the Chelten train station, a commute to Center City is a breeze.
In a neighborhood rife with historic architecture, this lovely home ticks all the boxes. A truly exceptional property with charm and thoughtful renovations in a soul-filled home.
