2012 Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, PA 19103

This spectacular, perfectly constructed and light-filled house ideally located on Rittenhouse Square, is the epitome of elegant downtown living. Expertly blending the eighteenth century qualities of Rittenhouse Square best architecture with a warm material palette, this luxurious home has phenomenal volume for indoor and outdoor entertaining on a large scale, yet is private and cozy for day-to-day life. Spread over three levels, plus an additional finished lower level, this amazing townhouse, 30 wide, boasts three bedrooms, two baths and two half baths, two terraces, and a doggie run. The amazing and large front windows soar from the entry floor all the way to the skylight at the ceiling. Enter directly into an inviting foyer with high ceilings and architecturally perfect curved staircase. With embedded glass lighting in each stair well recalling the charming sidewalks suspended over some of Rittenhouse Square s oldest buildings. The staircase and skylights floods the center of the house with light, even on an overcast day. A coat closet and guest powder room are perfectly located off the stair hall. There is an elevator that services all levels. Through to the open planned living with 2 seating areas, modern fireplace and chefs kitchen. The well balanced chef s kitchen is truly a dream. Top-of-the-line appliances include GE Monogram 48" oven, dishwasher and a 42" built-in refrigerator. This truly custom made, one of a kind kitchen is complete with Caesarstone counter tops, traditional subway style back splash, Brookhaven wood cabinetry, and a large kitchen island for additional prep space. The beautifully crafted cabinetry includes spectacular frosted glass display cabinets to house glass or dish ware. Many materials have been incorporated into the design of the kitchen, creating a unique character and warm ambience. A well designed dining room with custom built-ins for china and stemware adjoins the first level living. The master suite spans most of the second floor. The master bedroom features warm lighting highlighted by the tray ceiling. There are 2 large outfitted walk in closets. En-suite bath has a deep free floating soaking tub, fantastic storage, double vanity and a marble and glass walk-in showerOn the third level a large study on the mezzanine invites you to sit with a glass of wine and cosy up with a great book.The third floor also holds two large guest bedrooms. There is a full guest bath with a custom marble and vanity. Opposite the bedrooms is a beautiful rooftop terrace perfect for outdoor entertaining. Additionally the residence s lower level includes a bonus study/media room with custom lighting, radiant floors, office area, gym and powder room. There is a large storage room and separate mechanical room. This house is turn-key, complete with wide-plank oak wood floors in the main and common areas. The residence features a laundry room with vented washer-dryer, Lutron lighting system, motorized Lutron window treatments and a multi zoned HVAC system. With thoughtful touches throughout, including the recurring use of wood, steel and glass doors and windows, the light-reflecting glass discs in the central staircase, and an elevator serving each of the floors, this is truly a one-of-a-kind home. Oh did we mention Tax Abatement with 9 years remaining.