Welcome to Braeheadnamed for the Scottish phrase 'Top of the Bank'a stunning,historically envisioned home with timeless elegance and unmatched flexibility. Inspired byGeorge Washington's ancestral home, Sulgrave Manor, this meticulously maintained EnglishCountry estate blends rich architectural heritage with modern-day livability.Originally part of the Schmidt brothers' estate (of Schmidt's Brewing Co.), the property wassubdivided during Prohibition. In 1929, the renowned firm Mellor & Meigs designed the home inthe Cotswold cottage style. In 1999, the current owners partnered with architect Daniella Voithof Voith & MacTavish and builder Mark Hallowell to thoughtfully expand and update theresidence, maintaining its architectural integrity while enhancing functionality.Set on nearly two acres in a coveted Main Line location, 458 Huston Road offers 6 to 7bedrooms, 4 full and 2 partial bathrooms, and a 3-car attached garagea rare combinationof charm, size, and practicality. Except for the first-floor guest bedroom, all other bedrooms areon the 2 nd floor.As you ascend tranquil, tree-lined Huston Road, you're welcomed by a canopy of mature treesand stately homes. A circular driveway leads to Braehead's elegant stone faade, framed byintricate brickwork and lush landscaping. Step through the brick-lined courtyard and ornate frontdoor into a grand two-story foyer paneled in warm wooda nod to the home's historic roots.The versatile floor plan accommodates both everyday living and entertaining with ease. Theexpansive living room opens to a sunlit private office, while the formal dining room and gourmetkitchenequipped with abundant cabinetry, a large center island, and granite countertopsflowseamlessly into a vaulted family room bathed in natural light.An ideal layout for today's evolving lifestyles, the main level features a private suite with aseparate entrance, perfect for multi-generational living, guests, a nanny/au pair, or even oneor two work from home offices. This wing includes two upper-level bedrooms, each withaccess to a private bath, providing flexibility for changing household needs.Upstairs, discover 5 additional bedrooms, including the luxurious primary suite with cathedralceilings, a fireplace, a room sized closet, 3 more closets, and spa-like en suite bath. A second-floor laundry room and large walk-in attic offer added convenience and storage.The partially finished lower level includes a recreation area, gym and abundant storage, addingeven more functional living space.Outdoors, enjoy the formal courtyards and gardens, open lawn areas and small wooded paths.Every window offers views of this wonderful landscape. A multi-level brick patio echoes thehome's historic detailing and provides space for al fresco dining, relaxing, or entertaining allwhile overlooking the large fountain and stone potting shed.Every detailfrom updated electric, plumbing, and gas lines to stormwater managementhasbeen thoughtfully upgraded for peace of mind and long-term value.Perfectly situated in walkable St. Davids, this property offers easy access to downtown Wayne,the Radnor Train Station, Radnor Elementary School, multiple fine and casual diningoptions and all that Radnor Township has to offer. Braehead is more than a homeit's a legacyproperty that adapts to your life and grows with your family.Come experience its beauty, its history, and its flexibilitybecause Braehead is truly one ofa kind.
