Enter this old-world, tin-clad vestibule and immediately you notice original hardwood floors with gorgeous inlay, high ceilings, transom windows, and a feeling of stability, an appreciation for quality, because they sure don’t build them like this anymore. Here you have stained glass, crown molding, thick walls; hear how quiet it is inside. The front porch is a sweet spot for your morning coffee. The formal living room is accessed through French doors and has nearly floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides letting in so. much. light. Next is the Bar Room, with a custom built-in-but-removable bar, ample space for gathering and socializing, a gas fireplace, and a mini-split unit that cools the whole first floor. Or, remove one wall and you’ve expanded into either the Living Room or the Dining Room. The configuration possibilities abound. The Dining Room is another large space with bright light and a huge triple-wide closet for coats and miscellany, which also provides access to the unfinished basement. Beyond the dining room lies the Kitchen, featuring the best in kitchen comfort with a newer GE slate appliance package, Corian countertops, a big, deep sink, contemporary gray cabinetry, lots of extra nooks and crannies, a kitchen TV, and commercial-grade cushioned flooring that is easy on the feet and legs. Off the kitchen is an updated full bathroom with tub/shower combination. The Backyard is accessed from the kitchen. It’s 75 feet long! Immediately adjacent to the house is a large brick patio with room for grilling. There’s a bank of privacy shrubs to your left, 6-foot privacy fence to your right, a shed, an arbor, and at the back of the lot, a large, second brick patio, perfect for gatherings around the included firepit. There are even some mature trees, including a glorious magnolia. We’re talking urban oasis! Ascend a magnificent oak-clad staircase to the 2nd Floor. A full bath has been enlarged and renovated with Carrara marble floor and shower, rain heads for both faucets, inset cubbies for bath products, and gorgeous glass tile accents. Next door is a kitchenette with exposed, painted brick, luxury vinyl plank, and a wet bar, which you will need while entertaining on your huge 2nd Floor Deck overlooking the backyard. This deck has a new corrugated roof that lets the light in while protecting you from the elements. The perfect spot to enjoy Mother Nature while staying connected to activities in the backyard. Two bedrooms complete this floor. The front bedroom is the Primary, with large windows, double-wide closet, and a mini-split that keeps this whole floor cool. The middle bedroom is perfect as a nursery, office, or dream closet. This entire floor makes a terrific Primary Suite. The 3rd floor hosts two enormous bedrooms with decent closets and hardwood floors. The unfinished basement offers laundry, copious storage, and bright light enough for a workshop. Bilco doors lead to the backyard. This home is so uniquely situated, offering the best of both City and Suburban living with an easy commute to anywhere. With Kelly Drive and Fairmount Park as your neighbors, you’re surrounded by parks and trails, making it ideal for outdoor pursuits. Walk to the commuter train, library, or recreation center. Drive 5 minutes to Manayunk, 15 minutes to Center City, 20 minutes to the Main Line or Chestnut Hill, 30 minutes to King Of Prussia. A multitude of walk-to shops, restaurants, and cafes offers everything from baked goods to micro-brews to the best fried chicken in town, plus Philly’s best BYOB is literally right across the street. Foodies will not be disappointed. Get ready, get set, and go fall in love with this entertainer’s dream house.