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$825,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Every room in this home has been meticulously updated during our decade-long stay. Highlights include a brand-new kitchen featuring handcrafted custom cabinets, luxurious bathrooms adorned with Carrara marble, a hidden office, new windows, fresh siding, a newer roof, a widened driveway, and new garage doors. Additional features include: replaced plumbing with an advanced manifold system, created multi-level patios in the backyard complete with a pergola, and upgraded the electrical panel to be EV compatible. Additionally, there's a modern hybrid heat/pump oil system. This home has been freshly painted and includes a fifth bedroom that can double as a library, all situated on a two-acre lot in the esteemed Unionville-Chadds Ford School District. Lafayette Place is a picturesque setting, adorned with the vibrant reds, golds, and burnt oranges of autumn leaves. Just turning onto the street envelops you in the beauty of nature that surrounds the home. At the end of the road lies Wyn Eden, a private garden renowned for having one of the finest hosta gardens on the East Coast. Fall evenings are enjoyable on the patio, where you can watch Phillies games under the wired pergola, accompanied by the charming sounds of various bird species residing in the nearby trees. This outdoor space makes hosting gatherings effortless. In winter, the large wood-burning fireplace in the family room brings warmth and coziness, perfect for family movie nights. Conveniently located near Route 1 and 202 for quick access to Wawa or the movies, yet set back enough to enjoy the serene tranquility of nature.

7 Lafayette Pl, Chadds Ford

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: 6108223356
$1,199,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths
Timeless Chadds Ford estate filled with charm, character, and endless possibilities, set on over two picturesque acres in one of the Brandywine Valley’s most prestigious locations. Ideally situated just minutes from the Delaware state line along historic Kennett Pike, this exceptional classic Chester County stone house offers 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath across approximately 2,904 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The main level features a gracious and inviting layout, highlighted by a formal living room with a walnut-lined wall and classic wood-burning fireplace, an elegant formal dining room, and a sunlit breakfast room with skylights that fill the space with natural light. An enclosed porch provides the perfect setting for year-round relaxation while overlooking the property’s serene surroundings. The second level offers three spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a private primary suite and walk-in closet. The third floor adds two additional bedrooms and another full bath, creating ideal accommodations for guests, extended family, home offices, or flexible lifestyle needs. All three levels feature hardwood floors and cedar-lined closets. The finished basement, thoughtfully renovated in 2002, expands the home’s living and entertaining space and features a tile floor, bar area, a wall of built-in bookcases, a gas fireplace, large tool room, full bath, and a utility room for added convenience. Outside, the beauty and privacy of the expansive grounds create a true countryside retreat with an aesthetic mix of mature trees and flowering bushes. A detached two-car stone garage, long private driveway with a stone entranceway, and ample parking complete the property’s exceptional functionality. Additional improvements include conversion to city water in 2000, while the original well house with electric service remains in place. The property is serviced by dual septic tanks, maintained annually. Rich in local history, this remarkable setting lies within an area once traveled by British troops during the Battle of Brandywine, adding a meaningful connection to one of Pennsylvania’s most significant Revolutionary War landmarks. Located in the heart of  Chadds Ford, this home is surrounded by the timeless beauty and cultural richness of the Brandywine Valley. Renowned for its rolling hills, historic estates, celebrated wineries, Longwood Gardens, and the legacy of the Wyeth family, Chadds Ford offers an unmatched blend of art, history, and countryside elegance. A rare opportunity to own a distinctive property in sought-after Unionville-Chadds Ford school district — where classic Pennsylvania charm, rich heritage, and modern-day convenience come together in one extraordinary offering.

500 Kennett Pike, Chadds Ford

Listing courtesy of Farley & Ferry Realty Inc. Contact: 6098221836