286 Hickory Dr, Kennett Square, PA, 19348

About This Home

This property is situated in a small enclave of custom built, executive homes, located in one of the top ranked school districts in the nation, Unionville Chadds Ford, and it is practically walkable to the Middle School and High School Campus This meticulously maintained, stately colonial style home is close to Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square Golf Club, Downtown Kennett Square, Historic Chadds Ford, Greenville, Wilmington and Philadelphia. The Philadelphia and Baltimore Airports are both easily accessible. Numerous restaurants and retail stores including Whole Foods, Wegmans, The Fresh Market, and Trader Joe's, are just a short drive away. This area boasts nature parks, hiking trails, golf courses, pickle ball and tennis courts, horseback riding, birding and so much more. Within the community, this home is sits on a generously sized corner lot with a level acre of land and a lovely sense of privacy. As you approach, you will appreciate the curb appeal of this elegant residence. The lovely flagstone sidewalk, front patio, and generously sized porch make a welcoming first impression. Once inside the two-story entry, rich hardwood flooring and sweeping staircase provide a grand welcome. To the right of the entry is the formal living room, anchored by a stately natural gas fireplace amply sized to entertain large groups. To the left is the elegant formal dining room which easily fits a table for twelve and a lovely, light-filled deep window wall. Adjacent to the dining room is a stunning chef’s kitchen, featuring a wonderful, oversized, center island. The kitchen has been completely updated with glass front cabinetry, stunning granite countertops, a wonderful travertine and glass tile backsplash, and upgraded fixtures. The kitchen also has a generously sized breakfast table area with patio doors leading to the expansive deck which overlooks the lovely backyard and provides an amazing entertaining flow for gatherings and events. Next to the kitchen a doorway leads to one of TWO main level half baths and a laundry room which provides direct access to the 3 CAR GARAGE with an epoxy finished floor and side entry to the home. The family room is OPEN to the kitchen and boasts cathedral ceilings with sky lights, a large stone, gas burning fireplace, and beautiful windows overlooking the stunning backyard. There is a second half bath just beyond and a lovely office or library room adjacent complete with a wall of built in cabinetry. The desk area provides an expansive view of the outdoors. The upper level of the home features a spacious primary suite with a stunningly renovated bathroom that boasts two vanities, a separate room with a custom walk-in shower, and a stylish soaking tub centered in three walls of windows overlooking the gorgeous property; the perfect place to unwind after a long day. Four additional large bedrooms and two additional full bathrooms complete the upstairs space; the fifth bedroom is large enough that it can be used as an upstairs playroom or den. However, the finished, walk-out basement is really the icing on the cake for entertainment and making memories. This space has a full gym, a well-equipped hobby/work room, a generously sized great room, a wet bar, and a large additional recreation space plus a THIRD half bath. There is also a separate, sunny room in the basement which is perfect for plants or to use as an artist’s studio or yoga space. Custom built with timeless design and quality craftsmanship, this home is fresh with new paint, new carpet, an upgraded kitchen and primary bath making this a wonderful, move in ready special property for the next lucky owners to call home.