Description

Welcome to this remarkably special, triple-lot historic townhome, known as McCarthy House, one of the most recognizable and lovely homes in Washington Square West, just off Avenue of the Arts. Thoughtfully updated and maintained, this 3-4 bed, 3.2 bath home?with stunning interior design by Tofini Lewis?beams with warmth & graciousness, a flexible floor plan & many unique features. Immediately you'll notice the magnificent 32'x28' private courtyard, complete with stone pavers, original iron gate, column-supported pergolas & fountain, and professional landscaping with shade perennials, pachysandra, boxwoods & Japanese maple tree. A marble foyer entry welcomes you into the reception room, complete with shadow box molding, coffered ceiling with uplighting & gas fireplace. Enjoy the peaceful enclosed glass-paned atrium with its fountain, skylight, stained-glass ceiling, and renowned Mercer tile. There are 2 kitchens: the first-floor kitchen, recently renovated, features granite countertops, white cabinetry, dual-fuel JennAir, Sub-Zero & Miele stainless steel appliances, Waterstone high-profile faucet, Hinkley lighting, bar counter & breakfast room with a bank of 6' tall windows. A catering kitchen, directly below, is perfect for holiday cooking & parties! The handsome study (currently used as a dining room) has original mahogany paneled walls and 11' ceiling, a statement fireplace with mahogany & granite mantle, and peg & plank oak flooring. Next find the 450 sf great room, highlighted by a 22' beamed cathedral ceiling, 10' wood paneling & 5' wood-burning fireplace with original Art Deco fireplace screen, (2) 10' Palladian windows & spiral steps down to a new media room and full Art Deco bath. The 2nd floor master suite offers a sleeping area with French windows, a large, intimate black & white master bath with 2 sink rooms & original Art Deco crackle tile walls. A dressing room fit for two fashionistas (formerly a bedroom) has tons of shelving, 30+ drawers, 8 closet bars, laundry room with half bath, and adjacent cedar closet. The 3rd floor features two large bedrooms, sizable cedar closet, and a full bathroom with granite walls and floor. The basement also offers multiple storage areas & mechanical room with 2nd laundry. Seller is offering 1-year pre-paid parking at a nearby lot. This grand home is steps from the Kimmel Center, Merriam Theater, fabulous restaurants, and everything that Center City & Midtown Village offers!