35 Carpenter Ln Philadelphia, PA 19119

Loaded with character, this spacious, late Victorian twin includes 6 bedrooms and 2 baths on three light-filled floors. Bordering the historic Pelham neighborhood in West Mt. Airy, the home offers air conditioning on all three floors, while retaining a host of original features including hardwood floors, tiled fireplace, and pocket door. The vestibule off the front porch, with space for coats and shoes, leads through a foyer to the living room and dining room. At the front of the house, three feature windows allow abundant light to pour into the living room, which features a wood-burning fireplace decorated with Victorian tile and a mantel with ornate millwork and pillars. The original pocket door can be closed to separate the dining area from the living room. The dining room is accented by a charming bay window and also has a glass fronted display cupboard and oversized coat closet. The original wiring mechanism to ring a bell on the 3rd floor still exists in the center of the dining room floor. Adjoining the dining area, beyond a half wall, is a generous, eat-in kitchen with tiled counters and island, light maple cabinets and a commercial grade 6 burner gas Garland range. The kitchen also offers a laundry area in the breakfast nook and features original open cabinetry, and a back staircase to the second floor. Through the rear door is a back porch with an outdoor half-bathroom and terraced backyard. The lengthy yard features mature trees, including a Japanese maple, shed, and fenced upper patio for entertaining and lower area perfect for gardening or pets and children to roam. The period staircase leads to three ample bedrooms, each drenched in light, on the second floor. Bedrooms 1 and 2 have a connecting door and each has a vintage brass light fixture. The second floor bathroom is decorated with period tile and features clawfoot tub and standing shower. The third floor includes three additional bright bedrooms and a second bathroom with shower. There is dual-zone, mini-split and high velocity air-conditioning on all three floors. The home is conveniently located just a short walk to the Carpenter Lane and Allens Lane SEPTA stations and two High Point cafes. The Mt. Airy Breakfast Boutique, Weaver s Way Co-op, Lovett Library and the shops and restaurants of Germantown Avenue are also just blocks away.