Set far back off of the road, up a winding freshly-paved driveway find this private contemporary home with unmatched views of Hoopes Reservoir. This pristine setting is the perfect backdrop to let the stresses of life melt away as you enjoy morning coffee or a nightcap from one of any number of strategically placed patio or balcony locations overlooking the lush 10.5 acre lot. Enter into the 2-story foyer from the covered porch and immediately appreciate the contemporary architecture with natural materials, picture windows thoughtfully placed to provide natural light, and the show-stopping see-through, floating and curved staircase set as the focal point of the home. Up a couple of steps to the right find the formal living room with hand-built stone walls, wood burning fireplace, wet-bar, grass-cloth wall paper and sliding glass door to deck overlooking the spectacular view of the reservoir. Continue back to the comfortable family room with built-in shelving and sliding doors to the back patio. As you cross the foyer to find the formal dining room, pass a brilliant full bath that splits as a formal powder room and a full bath with dual access to the foyer and the outside pool patio as a cabana access. The formal dining room has a built-in butler's bar and accesses the eat-in kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances including Sub-Zero Fridge, Jenn-Air double wall ovens and cooktop and Dacor vent. A well positioned pantry is hidden past the kitchen along with the laundry room, powder room and closet. Head up the main staircase and find the luxurious owner's suite with high vaulted ceiling, sitting area, and dual access to a Juliette balcony overlooking the stunning grounds. The large ensuite features a soaking tub, wall of closets, walk-in shower and dual vanity with skylights. A private office can be closed off and accessed by a private back staircase. Two additional well-sized 2nd floor bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Head down the back staircase to find an additional large suite, perfect for an au pair or in-law quarters with private access. The lower level game room features a large finished space, perfect for a gym or media room, a temperature controlled wine room and an abundance of unfinished storage space. An attached 3-car garage provides ample room for cars, tractors or motorcycles. Head out onto the back patio to enjoy the luxurious pool and finely manicured landscaping surround. Additional features include security system with driveway alert, concrete dog run, versatile floorplan with 4600 sqft of living space, and storage shed with concrete floor and electricity. An opportunity like this does not come around often - A retreat-style home and location set in the heart of the Brandywine Valley.

This masterfully built home is set on a private 2.17 acre lot in the heart of Greenville and has been impeccably maintained. With 6BR, 6 full and 2 half baths, there is plenty of room for company to enjoy formally and informally. Enter into the 2-story foyer and immediately notice the custom details that make this home unique, including Santos mahogany wood floors throughout main level, ornate moldings, solid wood doors, soaring ceilings and top-of-the-line materials. To the right of the foyer, pass a stately library with walls of custom cabinetry and show-stopping curved staircase with wrought-iron railing. Head down a private hall past the formal powder room to the the main level owners suite where much care has been taken to achieve the ultimate level of luxury. Enter a comfortable sitting room with wet bar, 2-sided fireplace and French doors to private patio. Continue on to the large bedroom with tray ceiling and on to the marble en suite with his/hers vanities, water closets and closets with elaborate shelving systems. It also features a large soaking tub, walk-in shower with rain head, sauna and laundry room. To the left of the foyer sits the formal dining room. Straight back from the foyer is the 2-story living room with fireplace and wall of windows. Around the corner find a fully bar with seating and access to a private side patio - perfect for entertainment. Continue through to the butler's pantry with wine fridge and on the the chef's kitchen with 6-burner gas Viking cook-top, double Viking wall ovens, side-by-side Sub-Zero fridge/freezer, warming drawer, 2 Bosch dishwashers and Range hood and pot filler. Kitchen opens to a large family room with fireplace. Two adjacent offices with pass through, informal powder room, laundry room and access to the 5-car garage complete the main level. Upstairs there are 4 well-sized suites and a large game room. The walk-out lower level features an additional bedroom and full bath, media room, full kitchen, wine room, Theater with tiered seating and gym. Additional features include elevator to all floors, security system with gate and large circle driveway. Enjoy the privacy and luxury that this home affords while being just minutes from Greenville, downtown Wilmington and all that the area has to offer.

Once in a lifetime chance to combine historical architecture with unlimited opportunity for the future.This 3.5 acre lot is the biggest one in the desirable Applecross community. It affords the only remaining opportunity for new construction in this idealic neighborhood and is occupied by two original tenant houses (circa 1920's) - A 4BR, 2 bath cottage house and carriage house with attached 4-car garage. This flat lot features a gated entrance and numerous mature shade trees. The 4 BR cottage house was recently remodeled and features updated kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counters, paneled Sub-Zero fridge, paneled Asko dishwasher and stainless-steel Wolf range. Enter into a large flagstone sunroom with exposed stone wall. Continue through to the living/family room with fireplace and built-in cabinetry. The main floor master has fireplace and separate dressing/closet area as well as updated full bath with walk-in shower. Upstairs the second level features 3 more well-sized bedrooms and a full bath. A main level laundry room leads to the attached 2-car garage. The carriage house has been fully remodeled with top-of-the-line materials and features 2 main floor bedrooms with an updated Jack-and-Jill bath and additional guest bath. Upstairs find a stunning magazine-worthy family room/kitchen area with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and custom kitchen with island with seating. An eat-in area, powder room and bonus room complete the space. This lot is waiting for a beautifully built custom home in the heart of Greenville with easy access to downtown Wilmington, Philadelphia and all major roadways. Also listed in land-DENC506988