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Stunning University Park Mediterranean Showplace on a Gorgeous 70’ x 160’ Lot

Situated in prestigious University Park, 4008 Bryn Mawr Drive is a stunning Mediterranean showplace nestled on a gorgeous 70’ x 160’ lot with a circular drive and has been completely remodeled to perfection. Featuring a brick exterior and tile roof, the fabulous residence showcases a finish-out of the highest quality. The interior is appointed with the finest of French terracotta, limestone and marble from Walker Zanger, handsome hand-scraped hardwoods, voluminous 10-foot ceilings, expansive rooms, sculpted archways, stone fireplace mantels, Paul Ferrante custom lighting, Waterworks fixtures and exquisite wrought iron detailing contribute to the grandeur of this beautiful home. Exuding warm elegance with its sophisticated chic interiors and state-of-the-art amenities, the gorgeous two-story residence offers approximately 5,535 square feet, five luxurious bedrooms, 4.2 baths, four gathering areas, two dining areas, two interior fireplaces, a wet bar and two dry bars, front veranda, two balconies, covered terrace with outdoor fireplace, gorgeous pool and spa, landscaped grounds, and a two-car attached garage.

Through the oversized double steel and glass doors, the dramatic entrance hall gleans with a 20-foot pecky cypress plank ceiling trimmed with deep molding and a fabulous Paul Ferrante wrought iron hanging lantern, French terracotta tile floors, and a curving staircase, with gorgeous wrought iron balusters, leading upstairs to the second level. An iron-grilled balcony also looks down to the first floor. Graceful sculpted archways allow entry to the chic formal rooms and also lead to the rear of the home. Both with handsome hand-scraped hardwoods, elegant drapery and scenic views of the front landscaped grounds, the spacious living room features a stone fireplace with exquisite crystal and iron sconces above and a triptych of arched windows, and the exquisite dining room is graced with Palladian windows and also opens to a front veranda. Illuminated by a gorgeous crystal and iron chandelier, the dining room also flows through a nearby limestone-trimmed butler’s pantry to the kitchen. French doors allow entry to an intimate African Mahogany paneled study, which is capped by a cross beamed ceiling with an antique copper Moroccan chandelier and also boasts hand-scraped hardwoods, custom roman shades, and dual limestone-topped dry bars with wine racks and paneled SubZero dual temperature wine cooler refrigerators. A pair of light-filled French doors also open to the veranda, which reveals patterned concrete floors, dual wrought iron hanging lanterns by Paul Ferrante, and cast stone columns with arches overlook the front grounds. Highlighted by a hand hewn cross beamed ceiling with a Paul Ferrante wrought iron hanging lantern, the oversized great room features a stone fireplace, with a raised hearth, and is flanked by arched built-ins with stone counters and storage. Double French doors, with elegant drapery, also open to the terrace. Serving the area is a limestone-topped wet bar, which is replete with an antique copper Moroccan chandelier and bar sink, wine racks and a SubZero dual temperature wine cooler refrigerator.

Also accented by a hand hewn cross beamed ceiling plus French terracotta tile floors, the professional chef’s limestone kitchen, with its subway tiled backslash, boasts state-of-the-art appliances, including a Wolf 48” four burner gas range with grill and griddle, Miele dishwasher, Viking professional vent, microwave and warming drawer and a Pro 48” SubZero glass door refrigerator with freezer, a pine island with a pair of antique copper pendant lights above, two breakfast bars, a white fire clay farm sink, butler’s and walk-in pantries, and an large breakfast area. The breakfast area is appointed with oversized faceted glass globe chandelier and French doors open to the side grounds. A staircase also leads to the second level. Down the hall, a spacious downstairs bedroom is illuminated by shell chandelier and also showcases a wall of built-ins with a desk area, elegant wall coverings, natural blinds and a large closet. Highlighted by limestone counters and seating along with Subway tile accents and hand-painted cement tile floors, a fabulous mud room also features a wall of storage lockers, built-in dog bowls, a stainless steel sink and a SubZero 30” glass door refrigerator with freezer. A door conveniently opens to the garage. Two elegant powder rooms round out the first floor, one with a Waterworks limestone and antique nickel washstand and exquisite wall coverings and the other with fabulous hand painted wall tiles. Both feature French terracotta tile floors. Speakers for selected sound are also located throughout the home.

Second level of living is equally impressive. Hand-scraped hardwood floors continue into the luxurious, oversized master suite, which boasts a vaulted, pecky cypress plank ceiling with an antique bronze chandelier and French doors opening to an expansive iron-grilled balcony with an antique copper Moroccan chandelier and Pennsylvania Bluestone flooring. The gorgeous white Statuary marble and limestone bath is appointed with His and Hers large vanities, a jetted tub, separate double shower and huge His and Hers walk-in closets. The “Hers” closet also opens to the entrance hall, where French doors open to an iron-grilled front balcony overlooking the front grounds. Three additional ensuite bedrooms range in size and style, one with geometric print wall coverings and plantation shutters and another with grass cloth wall coverings, paneled wainscoting and bamboo shades, but all with neutral carpeting, large walk-in closets and elegant baths with Waterworks fixtures. Two of the baths are also appointed with fabulous white Calacatta marble accents and one with chic Lindsay Cowles wall coverings. Perfect for relaxation, an oversized game room showcases a fabulous antler chandelier, paneled wainscoting, neutral carpeting, custom roman shades and a huge walk-in closet with additional attic storage inside. Fully equipped, a utility room houses built-ins with a stainless steel sink, fabulous hand-painted geometric patterned cement tiles, a drip dry area and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer.

Outside, the backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. Marked by graceful arches with cast stone columns, an exceptional outdoor entertaining area features a covered terrace with an outdoor fireplace, patterned concrete floorings, ceiling fans, and also overlooks a stunning glass tiled pool and spa with fountains complete with a PebbleTec pool finish and UV System. The expansive verdant landscaped grounds showcase artificial turf grass and is also surrounded by holly trees, with River rock accents, for complete privacy. An oversized two-car attached garage, driveway basketball hoop, sports rebounder, and an automatic gate complete this stunning residence.

Stunning University Park Clean Lined Transitional New Construction on a Gorgeous Corner Lot

New construction recently completed in 2016 by renowned builder Lyle Turner of MALT Homes, Inc. and situated in prestigious University Park within the coveted Bradfield School District and near Highland Park Village, 4400 Larchmont Street is a stunning clean lined transitional residence nestled on a gorgeous corner lot with fabulous drive-up appeal! With its brick and stone exterior, details include an open floor plan with 11’-foot ceilings downstairs, spacious entertaining rooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, gleaming hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, deep cove molding, wrought iron detailing, designer lighting treatments, and gorgeous quartzite, granite and marble finishes throughout. The fabulous three-story home offers approximately 5,141 square feet, five luxurious ensuite bedrooms, 6.2 baths, four gathering areas, two dining areas, a fireplace, wet bar, covered terrace with an outdoor fireplace and grill, lush landscaped grounds with room for a future pool, a two-car attached garage and an automatic gate.

Through the oversized double steel-and-glass doors, the inviting center entrance hall gleans with an 11’-foot ceiling trimmed with graceful cove molding and a stainless steel chandelier, gleaming hardwood floors, a coat closet, and a staircase, with gorgeous wrought iron-and-wood balusters, leading upstairs to the second level. Providing for great entertaining flow, the front foyer is flanked by the formal rooms and also leads to the rear of the home, where handsome hardwoods continue. Both of the formals rooms feature elegant cove molding and floor-to-ceiling windows provide scenic views of the front landscaped grounds. Wood-and-glass French doors allow entrance to the sleek and spacious living room. Graced by a gorgeous iron-and-crystal chandelier, the sophisticated dining room also flows through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen. Serving the formal areas is an exquisite powder room, which is appointed with gorgeous Sequoia leathered granite counters. Accented by hardwoods, the professional chef’s Monte Cristo granite kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances, including Wolf, Asko and SubZero, an immense island with a farm sink, breakfast bar and illuminated by a pair of stainless steel pendant lights, a walk-in pantry, expansive buffet counter, and a large breakfast area. Adjacent, a spacious office reflects its purpose with a Monte Cristo granite built-in desk area and abundant storage space. The kitchen also opens to an oversized great room, which is the heart of the home and features a cast stone fireplace. Light-filled floor-to-ceiling windows yield natural light on the hardwoods and a door also opens to the terrace. Serving both the living room and great room is a distinctive Monte Cristo granite-topped wet bar, which is replete with a stainless steel bar sink, ice maker and refrigerator, glass front top cabinets and a bar serving area to the great room. A back staircase leads upstairs. An elegant white Macaubus quartzite half bath, storage closet and a large mud nook round out the first floor.

Second level of living is equally impressive. Perfect for relaxation is an oversized 11’-foot vaulted game room, which showcases a ceiling fan, neutral carpeting and an expansive storage room. The game room may also be used as a sixth bedroom. Adjacent is a white Carrera marble bath with marble and Subway tile accents. Luxurious and private, the oversized master suite boasts a graceful 10’-foot pop-up ceiling, gleaming hardwoods and also overlooks scenic views of the backyard grounds. The gorgeous Taj Mahal leathered quartzite master bath is appointed with a sophisticated stainless steel crystal chandelier, dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate double shower, and a room-size walk-in closet with quartzite-topped built-ins. The master closet also opens to a fully equipped white Danby marble-topped utility room, which houses abundant built-ins with a stainless steel sink and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer. Three additional second floor bedrooms are generous-sized, all with neutral carpeting, ceiling fans, and large walk-in closets and are served by three elegant white Carrera marble baths with Subway or porcelain tile accents. The third floor reveals a fifth spacious bedroom, which is replete with a ceiling fan, love seating, neutral carpeting and a large walk-in closet. Conveniently serving the space is a sleek white Carrera bath with Subway tile accents.

Outside, the backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. The exceptional outdoor entertaining area features a covered terrace, with a bead board ceiling and ceiling fan, slate flooring, outdoor brick fireplace wall flanked by dual stone love seating, a DCS stainless steel built-in grill and also overlooks a lush landscaped backyard with room for a future pool. A two-car attached garage, wood fence and automatic gate complete this stunning residence.