435 LANTERN LN, BERWYN, PA 19312

Life's a beach at Leopard Lake! Members of this community enjoy access to 11 acres of space surrounding a lake and private beach. You can swim, kayak, relax on the beach, play tennis or pickleball, take the kids to the newly installed playground or enjoy the incredible views from the walking path bordering the lake. A rare opportunity awaits the buyers of 435 Lantern Lane. This elegant and exceptionally well-maintained home offers both lake and creek views in a serene and private setting. The owners have spared no expense in upgrading and maintaining both the classic four-bedroom center-hall home and the 1.5-acre grounds with specimen plantings. The exterior features include a meandering creek, stone-walled front courtyard, Belgian block-lined driveway, brick paths, private deck, sprinkler system, shed and drainage management system. Follow the brick path to the home’s stone-walled front courtyard, where a serene view of the lake beckons. Step through the grand double doors with beveled glass into a spacious entry foyer where you will first notice the thoughtful lighting details. The foyer leads to the main staircase, breakfast room, kitchen, hall closet outfitted by California Closets, and the east and west wings of the home. The east wing of the first floor features an eat-in kitchen with granite counters, breakfast room, screen porch with vaulted ceiling, great room with a vaulted ceiling, beams with uplighting, fireplace and window seat, a home office with custom built-in desk and bookcases, fireplace and window seats, a half bath and a mud room with laundry closet and exit to the garage, screen porch or side pathway. On the western side of the foyer is a bright and elegant dining room featuring furniture nooks and space that will accommodate ample seating for large family gatherings. From the dining area, step into the foyer and down into the office/living room with a French door leading to the outside. A second staircase from this room features dramatic two-story windows offering a view of the creek and leading to the private owners’ suite. On the upper level you will find an addition comprising the owners’ magnificent retreat featuring a large bedroom with tray ceiling, cedar-lined window seat overlooking the back yard, elegant and roomy bathroom with dual vanities, spacious shower, soaking tub and private water closet. The retreat’s dual walk-in closets with pocket doors were outfitted by California Closets. From this retreat a private hallway leads to two bedrooms and a hall bath, plus an additional bedroom with a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom. Throughout this home you will find elegant custom moldings and arches, updated Marvin windows and custom lighting designed to accentuate areas on the walls where you may hang your treasured artwork. This home has been meticulously updated and maintained, both inside and out. The propane-fueled generator will provide the power you need to operate vital systems in the event of a power outage. The property’s environs provide a beautiful space for enjoying the surrounding beauty of the home and lake. Park some Adirondack chairs around your firepit and enjoy the view of the lake while relaxing with friends or family. Or you can pull up a seat next to the creek and relax in the shade while listening to the babble of the flowing water. You will also enjoy the views and privacy of the serene back yard from the spacious deck. The lake and grounds are owned by Leopard Lakes Farm, Inc. Buyers pay this corporation a one-time transfer fee of $5,000 at settlement and annual dues of $2,240