217 Poplar Ave Wayne, PA 19087

Welcome to 217 Poplar Avenue in Wayne, Radnor Township. This stunning 5 bedroom 2 ½ bath Victorian is located in a wonderful, tree-lined walk-to-Wayne location. A paved drive delivers you to the welcoming columned covered front porch with stunning circular seating area. The front door & windows feature original Muntons & sidelites. The first level features airy 9’ ceilings, and refinished original pine hardwood floors. The Living Room includes an inviting wood burning fireplace with brick surround & wood mantle. The wood mantle, original to the home, has been hand-stripped to highlight it’s natural beauty. French doors provide convenient access to the front porch seating area for seamless entertaining. Built-in cabinetry & a charming under-stair closet provide loads of storage and display space as you enter the Dining Room through double pocket doors. Custom chair rail encircles the dining space, which is highlighted by a non-functional fireplace with eye-catching original cast iron insert, tile base & brick surround. A stunning built-in corner cabinet & triple window seat complete the space. French doors lead you to the deck. The Eat-In Kitchen was completely renovated in 2002 to include ultra-tall underlight cabinetry with glass doors, a ceiling fan, recessed lighting, solid-surface man-made countertops, & tumbled marble tile backsplash, oversized double sink, a GE 4-burner gas range, microwave oven, French Door refrigerator, & Whirlpool dishwasher. Cabinetry includes lazy-susan organizers, & pull out drawers.The Kitchen opens to the spacious Family Room addition with a Powder Room, & Laundry area, which were added in 2002. The Mudroom area & Powder Room feature gorgeous natural flagstone floors. The Powder Room has charming wainscoting, crown molding & a beautiful pedestal sink. French doors open from the Family Room onto the raised deck which overlooks mature landscaping & a charming stacked stone wall that lines the driveway. A graceful turned staircase leads past a stunning original over-sized window, to the second level. The Master Bedroom features a wood burning fireplace with brick tile base, brick surround & oak mantle, dual ceiling fans, & a lovely sitting area. Dual closets provide loads of storage space. The 2nd Bedroom is bathed in light from two large windows, & includes a ceiling fan, a traditional closet with an additional linen closet for optimal storage. The 3rd Bedroom includes a gorgeous triple bay window, ceiling fan, & closet with built-in shelving. The Bedrooms share a Hall Bath with wainscoting, a tile floor, tub & shower with tile surround. A bright, carpeted stairwell leads to the carpeted 3rd level & features a stunning, original window & a storage closet. A 4th Bedroom (currently used as a home office), with ceiling fan, features triple windows overlooking the mature landscaping in the front yard. The 5th Bedroom includes a lighted ceiling fan, oversized walk-in closet for storage with a unique circular window, & an additional closet.  The 4th & 5th Bedrooms share a full hall bath with shower. A charming ironing room with loads of natural light completes the third level. The unfinished Basement is accessible from the Kitchen. A hardwired generator services the majority of the major facilities in the event of a power outage. The Family Room, Kitchen, Mudroom & Powder Room are all serviced by Runtal radiant heating. The private L-shaped backyard is beautifully landscaped & fully fenced to provide security for children or pets, & provides access to the oversized two car garage with walk-up loft storage, built-in shelving & electricity. Loft space has conversion potential for home office, gym, etc. This is truly a special home & property. Located within walking distance to the town of Wayne with its restaurants, shopping, library, train station, parks & schools. Pride of ownership is evident in this truly special home & property!