luxury houses with pool for sale Montgomery County, United States

Welcome to the ultimate-private world of DeepDene, a Gilded Age country estate minutes from the center of Chestnut Hill. Built at the turn of the 20th century by James Gowen, an executive for Pennsylvania Railroad. Redesigned and expanded by Willing, Sims and Talbutt in 1930. DeepDene shares its unusual name with the notorious 104+carat brilliant DeBeers yellow diamond, generally believed to be the largest irradiated yellow diamond in the world. While it remains a mystery if the diamond was named for the estate or vice-versa, one thing is perfectly clear. This coveted property is much more than just a luxury home. Surrounded by its own 3.7 acre manicured parkland setting, DeepDene is found at the end of a private road, behind iron gates and a long winding driveway—just beyond the city limits. Recently completed extensive, meticulous restorations to the entire estate including its fairytale-like carriage house are executed in a classic, elegant palette integrating the best modern technology, products & finishes. These include: ~ Custom kitchen & pantry with Viking & SubZero appliances, quartzite countertops, and Calacatta marble backsplash. ~ 9.5 newly finished bathrooms—one-piece Toto smart toilets and custom frameless glass showers. ~ Spacious primary bedroom with dual en-suite baths, heated marble floors, walk-in dressing room with marble island & custom built-ins. ~ Hidden “speakeasy” behind the library fireplace and a century-old wine vault & safe-room next to the elevator. ~ Full-size gym, sauna, massage/yoga room ~ New high-efficiency HVAC systems controlled by a Smart-home App. ~ New 2,000+ sf sandstone style outdoor terrace, accessible from multiple rooms; ideal for easy indoor/outdoor entertaining. ~ 4000+ sq. ft. Carriage House circa1900, designed by the esteemed architectural firm Cope and Stewardson offers mahogany stables with all the amenities including a soaring “party barn” with rustic chandeliers and hay loft. It’s a rare home that can be both impressively impeccable and wonderfully warm and inviting all at the same time. This is that winning combination! The bottom line and best of all, this is a turn key solution. Just move in & enjoy your life. The hard work has already been done.

Stunning, custom-built residence designed by Rene Hoffman, located in the highly sought-after community of Evans Meadows in Lower Gwynedd. The versatile floor plan is perfect for multi-generational living with an elevator to all 3 levels and a spacious finished lower level with private access. When entering the neighborhood, you will immediately notice the wonderful curb appeal with the Belgian block curbs and tree-lined street. The community provides open space and walking trails. This exquisite home is located in a tranquil setting with gorgeous hardscaping and landscaping with extensive lighting, irrigation system with 20 zones and specimen trees. The majestic backyard is a resort-like setting with a saltwater heated pool with spa and a waterfall feature. A circular driveway leads to a handsome full depth stone façade, adorned by mature landscaping. The custom Alder Wood front door invites you into the expansive 2-story foyer with amazing natural light and gorgeous walnut hardwood flooring. The foyer is flanked by a formal living room with a gas fireplace and a formal dining room with adjacent Butler’s pantry with a wet bar. The gourmet kitchen features a six-burner gas range with a hood vent, Dacor double ovens, warming drawer, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, large island with granite countertops. A cheerful breakfast room provides access to the covered patio area and a lovely sunken family room is located adjacent to the kitchen with a gas fireplace, built-ins and incredible views of the backyard from the soaring windows. The main level of the home also offers 2 offices. One with wormy chestnut built-ins and access to the covered patio. The second office is tucked away at the far end of the home with plenty of natural light and built-ins. There are 2 powder rooms available for guests. A spacious 3-car garage. Head to the upper level from one of two staircases or the elevator, that takes you to all 3 levels of the home. The primary bedroom suite has a cathedral ceiling, magnificent natural light, two large walk-in closets with custom built-ins, a morning coffee bar and a sumptuous bathroom with a soaking tub, dual vanity, stall shower and a private water closet. There are four additional spacious rooms on the upper level. One is en suite bedroom and two additional bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom. The expansive bonus room/5th bedroom includes roughed-in plumbing for a full bathroom and a conveniently located laundry room with a sink. Pull-down access to a floored attic with full ceiling height offers great storage and an opportunity for additional future living space. The finished lower level with daylight windows boasts a fantastic temperature-controlled wine cellar for 775 bottles, a large recreation room, a wet bar, billiards room, a full bathroom with steam shower and incredible storage. There is secondary access to the 3-car garage from the lower level. This is a great space for an in-law/au pair suite or guests. The owners spared no expense when building this home. Pella architectural series windows, Certain Teed Independence 50-year roof, standing seam copper roofs with copper flashing, downspouts, sound system throughout many rooms in the home, ‘whole house generator’ and more! See agent for full list of features. Choose from the award-winning Wissahickon School District and various nearby options for renowned private schools, such as Germantown Academy. Fabulous location just minutes from shopping, restaurants, Gwynedd Valley train station and all major transportation routes, such as 202, 73, 63 and nearby access to PA Turnpike, 276, 76 and 476. Nearby Wings Field for aviation travel. Enjoy nearby Ambler, Blue Bell and Spring House. A short drive to the Plymouth Meeting and King of Prussia Mall. A variety of options for golf courses and country clubs.