Located on a quiet tree-lined street, this light-filled, renovated Brick Colonial is in one of Villanova's most sought-after neighborhoods. This architect-owned home has been thoughtfully, purposefully, and tastefully renovated to accommodate today's lifestyle and to the standards of the most discerning buyer. Set amongst the trees, this home offers privacy and fantastic indoor/outdoor living spaces! Enter the center hall and you are drawn into the living room with hardwood floors where a gas fireplace is flanked by built-in shelving. The living room opens to the family room creating an oversized gathering area with French doors to the delightful flagstone patio allowing effortless flow for indoor/outdoor entertaining. To the right of the center hall, find the cozy library with ample shelving to display your favorite books & keepsakes. The dining room features a beverage center & wet bar with easy access to the large flagstone patio perfect for easy entertaining. The Chef's kitchen is truly the heart of this home with a wall of windows and skylights that allow sunlight to stream in. The radiant heated porcelain tile floor provides warmth and coziness. Leathered granite countertops grace the large seated island - both a wonderful workspace and offering seating for 4. Stainless Meile appliances include a steam oven, convection oven, dishwasher, and five-burner cooktop with a professional hood. A built-in desk space offers a convenient spot for home organization in addition to the wall of shelving for all of your serving pieces and cookbooks. With space for additional seating, it is a room where everyone gathers, lounges, cooks, and eats. A newly renovated powder room with radiant heated porcelain tile floor is conveniently located off of the kitchen. From the kitchen access the large laundry room with sink, a large pantry, and a fabulous home office with vaulted ceilings, custom decorative shelving, ample storage, and an abundance of natural light. The two-car garage opens into a large mudroom with shelving, a double closet, and a back staircase leading to the second floor. Upstairs the Primary suite is truly an oasis with a Juliet balcony overlooking the backyard, a large custom outfitted walk-in closet and newly renovated luxurious bath with wet room style glass surround shower and Japanese soaking tub, vanity and radiant heated floors. There are 4 additional ample-sized bedrooms and two renovated hall baths with pedestal sinks, designer lighting, and radiant heated floors. In addition, there is a room that is currently being used as a second home office but could be a workout room, art studio, or bedroom number 6. The lower level is fully finished and features a wall of closets for organized storage and a large walk-in cedar closet for off-season storage. Outside the fabulous oversized flagstone patio that spans the length of the home offers shade with a pergola and includes an accent garden wall and grill area. The mature plantings (including an Asian pear tree) that bloom seasonally make the yard a lovely oasis. A new AC unit and whole house generator allow for peace of mind. All of this just minutes to shops and restaurants, Villanova University, and walking distance to the new Middle School set to open in September 2022! This wonderful home offers a quick commute to Center City, easy transportation, and all the Mainline has to offer in the award-winning Lower Merion School District. **pre-listing inspection available