GEORGE MANOLAKOS

Description

Experience estate living on 4.3 private, gated acres, where a thoughtfully crafted custom home pairs with a fully independent guest residence above a detached two-car garage—perfect for extended family, visitors, or rental income. Extensively renovated in 2007, with major mechanical updates from 2018–2021, this property combines timeless craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Arrive through a tree-lined, automatic gated drive to meticulously landscaped grounds featuring a heated in-ground pool and pool. house with bathroom, changing room, and storage. The main home’s first floor presents a luminous master suite with windows on three sides capturing sunrise and sunset views. The spa-like bath boasts a skylight, raised ceilings, jacuzzi tub, and custom walk-in closet, while French doors open to a private patio overlooking the serene backyard. Across the hall, a large cedar closet complements two additional bedrooms and a full bath in the west wing, providing both privacy and comfort. Nearby, a cozy sitting room with built-ins, propane fireplace, and pocket doors offers a quiet retreat. The chef’s kitchen—modeled after a showcase design—is filled with natural light and southern exposure. It features custom cabinetry, Subzero refrigerator, induction cooktop, pot filler, double ovens, warming drawer, beverage fridge, and an oversized granite island seating five. French doors lead seamlessly to the patio, ideal for morning coffee or evening cocktails. Flowing from the kitchen, the great room centers on a majestic Chester County stone fireplace with barn beam mantle, bread oven, and kettle crane—perfect for year-round entertaining. A paneled dining room, two-story foyer, and light-filled living room flow seamlessly within the open layout. Reclaimed oak floors add warmth, texture, and timeless character throughout. The east wing blends function and style with a mudroom featuring custom cubbies, tile flooring, and powder room, alongside a spacious laundry with sink and cabinetry. A bright home office with built-in desk, cabinets, plantation shutters, ethernet wiring, and pocket door offers an inspiring work-from-home environment. Upstairs, two expansive bedrooms span the home’s depth, sharing a full hall bath, while a smaller room—currently a music room—adds flexible space. This level enjoys its own HVAC zone for comfort. The finished walkout basement impresses with high ceilings, a theater with 110-inch screen, projector, and surround sound, plus abundant storage. Unfinished areas allow for easy expansion and convenient mechanical access. Outdoor living is exceptional: expansive patios, mature trees, and fully fenced, gated grounds provide privacy, security, and tranquility, ideal for children, pets, or entertaining. Modern conveniences enhance everyday living: 400-amp service, a 30kW whole-home generator powering both house and pool, WiFi-enabled thermostats, automated exterior lighting, and a separate electric meter for the guest apartment. At 30 Margaret Court, every detail reflects elegance, comfort, and flexibility, making it far more than a home—a private sanctuary that balances refined living with relaxed, effortless luxury.

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