A nearly 4-acre Delaware County estate, complete with a multi-sport court, pool, par-three golf hole, and dedicated entertainment space, is on the market for $4 million.
Located at 1120 Clover Lane, the Glen Mills property features the primary residence, an “entertainment lodge,” a pool with a poolhouse, and additional living space over a detached garage.
The home has been expanded and blends different architectural styles.Derrick Kunzer/HomeJab
The main home was built around 1979 and was later expanded by previous owners, who added a second kitchen and a second story with three bedrooms. The roughly 4,500-square-foot home — a blend of Craftsman- and Tudor-style architecture — has six bedrooms, five full bathrooms, multiple living areas with fireplaces, and a bar in the walkout basement that leads to a poolside patio.
The three upstairs bedrooms include a primary suite with a walk-in closet and access to a sunroom that overlooks the grounds.
With two kitchens and multiple living spaces, the home could be reconfigured to include a separate suite.
“It is an opportunity to customize to the buyer’s wants,” listing agent Robert Capps of Coldwell Banker Realty said.
The property also has multiple sports amenities, including a lighted, multi-sport court for tennis, pickleball, and basketball, as well as an in-ground pool. A poolhouse has a full bathroom, a kitchenette, and a sauna. Nearby is an area for grilling, Capps said.
Elsewhere is a par-three golf hole, with a tee box near the house.
The living space above the detached garage, which has a full bathroom and kitchenette, is currently configured as an office.Derrick Kunzer/HomeJab
There’s a four-car detached garage with living space above it. The open-concept area is currently configured as an office, and also has a living area with a fireplace, a kitchenette, a full bathroom, and its own deck.
Rounding out the property’s structures is adedicated “entertainment lodge” complete with two bars, a “restaurant-quality” kitchen, a brick patio, and a second floor loft with a projector.
“I think anyone that likes to entertain would love this space,” said Capps of the lodge, which is slightly separated from the main home.
A separate entertainment lodge has two bars, a kitchen, and a projector, as well as a bedroom and full bathroom.Derrick Kunzer/HomeJab
The space has exposed stone walls, brick floors, large chandeliers, and a row of skylights.
In addition to space for entertaining, the lodge has a bedroom and full bathroom, providing additional accommodations.
“You’d be hard pressed to replicate this property starting from scratch just because of the size of the lot and all the other amenities,” Capps said, adding “there’s nothing like it for sale or that sold like this recently.”
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The former Aldar Bistro will become Bruzi.Michael Klein / Staff
Dozens of new restaurants are opening throughout the region this fall and winter, including a few in and around Lower Merion.
Alessandro’s Enoteca is targeting an October opening at 915 W. Lancaster Ave. in Bryn Mawr. The brainchild of Alex Fiorello will dish up pastas, pizzas, and dry-aged meats in the former Enoteca Tredici space.
Bala Cynwyd will get a new Southern Italian eatery, Bruzi, in the former Aldar Bistro space, which will serve Calabrian dishes and have an opening list of about 100 Italian wines.
And in Ardmore, South Philadelphia’s Taco Heart is expanding to the Ardmore Farmers Market. It’s joined in Ardmore by the just-opened Vintner’s Table, which has a wine bar, salumeria, and lifestyle boutique.
Elsewhere nearby, Fearless Restaurants will grow its footprint in Wayne, adding Southern Italian eatery Martini & Roz. First-time restaurateurs (and Harriton High alums) Larry Kagan and Chas McFeely will open Old Friend, a contemporary American grill, in the Apartments at Wayne Station.
And the former La Jonquille and Shiraz spaces in Devon are expected to get new life, with Korean barbecue spot Salt opening in December, followed by sushi joint Yugo next year.
Village Cafe opened at 1422 Manoa Rd. last week. The new Wynnewood spot serves a selection of coffees and pastries.
Bryn Mawr’s The Bakery House opened its second location over the weekend at 35 W. Lancaster Ave. in Paoli. It sells a selection of goods such as custom cakes, pastries, and pies, as well as the viral dot cakes.
A Penn Wynne man has been charged with securities and wire fraud after allegedly defrauding investors of $8.8 million through his cannabis start-up, KindManage, LLC, over the course of nearly a decade. Prosecutors say David Dinenberg, 54, allegedly used hundreds of thousands of dollars of company funds for personal use such as his sons’ college tuition, social club memberships, and a luxury home rental in California.
A man who was stabbed last month during a road-rage incident on a section of I-76 in the township testified at a preliminary hearing this week about the chaotic event and how he feared for his life. The alleged perpetrator, Samuel Marquez, is expected to be arraigned in county court next month.
The Montgomery County District Attorney and the board of commissioners have teamed up on a new consumer protection initiative, which they launched with a pair of lawsuits against cash-advance apps MoneyLion and Dave, The Inquirer’s Erin McCarthy reports.
A Powerball ticket worth $1 million was sold at Babis Pharmacy on Montgomery Avenue in Merion Station for last Wednesday’s drawing.
The township is hosting a cleanup weekend on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., when residents can dispose of household goods at the public works complex for $20 per vehicle.
🧚 Gnome and Fairy Festival: Narberth Park will be transported into a wonderland replete with gnome and fairy houses. Attendees are encouraged to dress up. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (rain date: Oct. 17) 💵 Free 📍 Narberth Park
🍂 Shiverfest: Kick off spooky season at this family-friendly event that includes food trucks, live entertainment, crafts, and animals. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3, 3-8 p.m. 💵 $37.05-$42.39 📍 Riverbend Environmental Education Center
🛍️ Clover Market: Browse a curated selection of over 90 vendors, hear live music, and grab a bite to eat from a food truck. ⏰ Sunday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 💵 Pay as you go 📍 7 N. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr
🍷 Wine and Wander: Explore Stoneleigh after hours while sampling four types of wines. ⏰ Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 💵 $65-$75 📍 Stoneleigh
This four-bedroom, French manor-style home sits on over 3.5 acres in Penn Valley, giving it plenty of privacy. The front entry features twin staircases leading to the doorway. Inside, there are formal living and dining rooms, a kitchen with a breakfast room, and a family room with a fireplace and brick accent wall. The large primary suite has a fireplace, two bathrooms — including one with a soaking tub — and a dressing area. There’s also a sauna on the lower level. Outside, the home has an in-ground pool and gardens.
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Over half a dozen new eateries are opening nearby in the coming months, part of a larger restaurant boom in the region. Here are the spots to know. Also this week, Villanova University’s mascot has scored an NIL deal, the county’s former emergency services director stands trial, plus we peek inside a nearby estate with a four-bedroom house, a waterfall, and a meditation garden.
A rendering of Old Friend, opening in the Apartments at Wayne Station.Stokes Architecture & Design
Dozens of new restaurants are opening throughout the region this fall and winter, including a handful in and around Radnor.
Fearless Restaurants will grow its footprint in Wayne, adding 300-seat Southern Italian eatery Martini & Roz, which is taking over the former Bertucci’s space on Lancaster Avenue. And first-time restaurateurs Larry Kagan and Chas McFeely will open Old Friend, a contemporary American grill, in the Apartments at Wayne Station.
Elsewhere nearby, the former La Jonquille and Shiraz spaces in Devon are expected to get new life, with Korean barbecue spot Salt opening on the ground floor in December, followed by sushi joint Yugo upstairs next year.
Bryn Mawr will add Italian eatery Alessandro’s Enoteca, while Bala Cynwyd will get a new Southern Italian eatery in the former Aldar Bistro space. And in Ardmore, Taco Heart is expected to open this October, and Vintner’s Table just made its debut (more on that below).
Tim Boyce, the county’s former director of emergency services, stood trial this week for assaulting his executive assistant in 2024. Boyce was fired following the incident.
The township released its downtown master plan this week ahead of an Oct. 12 public hearing. “A Vision for Wayne,” which looks ahead to 2036, includes projects like a parklet on North Wayne Avenue, improved sidewalks and streetscapes, traffic calming measures on Lancaster Avenue, and connecting Wayne to the Radnor Trail. The township is also looking to support transit-accessible housing and the reopening of the Wayne Theater.
A Wayne man has been accused of working with a Mexican drug cartel to transport large amounts of cocaine from Mexico to the region. Edward Basley, 47, along with Gregory Jones of Philadelphia, has been charged with conspiracy to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine and possession with intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine.
Township police are warning residents about a scam where callers are impersonating Radnor officers.
Today, the township launched its “Pumpkin Patch Adventure” along the Radnor Trail, where participants can find 10 hidden pumpkins. The adventure runs through the end of the month, and two participants who send in photos to the Parks and Recreation department will win prizes.
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A “magical” 15-acre Malvern property with walking paths, a waterfall, a meditation garden, and a 6,050-square-foot fieldstone house is on the market for just under $7 million.Take a peek inside.
Delaware County resident and county employee Anthony “Tony” Oriente made it to the bonus round on an episode of Wheel of Fortune last week, ultimately winning over $25,000, as well as a trip to Vancouver Island. Oriente, who lives in Media, has previously appeared on The Price is Right and Deal or No Deal. Catch the episode here.
🏫 Schools briefing
Nine local students have been named 2027 National Merit semifinalists. They are Radnor High School students Diana Dong, Nadia Doughery, Noah D. Engstrom, John Henofer, Natalie Merriam, Anthony Ramesh, Natalie Tyburski, and Alice Zeng, and Grayson School student Jacob Lee.
🍽️ On our plate
Beloved Wayne tea room A Taste of Britain is marking its 35th anniversary this month with a $35, three-course prix fixe menu benefiting the Wayne Senior Center.
Village Cafe has soft opened at 1422 Manoa Rd. The new Wynnewood spot serves a selection of coffees and pastries.
Vintner’s Table opened its Ardmore outpost on Monday. Located at 24 Cricket Ave., the Italian-inspired wine bar has a salumeria and lifestyle boutique.
Bryn Mawr’s The Bakery House opened its second location over the weekend at 35 W. Lancaster Ave. in Paoli. It sells treats such as custom cakes, pastries, and pies, as well as the viral dot cakes.
🎳 Things to do
🎶 Weird Phishes: Catch a tribute to bands Radiohead and Phish. ⏰ Thursday, Oct. 1, 9:30 p.m. 💵 $20.75 📍 118 North
🎨 Delco Arts Week: The annual countywide event pays homage to the region’s varied art scene. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3-Sunday, Oct. 11, times vary 💵 Prices vary 📍 Throughout Delaware County
🎃 Fall Harvest and Great Pumpkin Patch: Pick a pumpkin, take a tractor ride, and enjoy live entertainment at the annual event. ⏰ Sunday, Oct. 4, noon-3 p.m. (rain date: Oct. 11) 💵 Pay as you go 📍 The Willows Park
🍷Wine and Wander: Explore Stoneleigh after hours while sampling four types of wines. ⏰ Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 💵 $65-$75 📍 Stoneleigh
Built in 2008, this stone Villanova home was designed for entertaining. It features a chef’s kitchen, complete with a butler’s pantry, that opens onto family and living rooms, each with their own fireplaces. The finished lower level has an additional family room with a bar, while outside, there’s a flagstone terrace with a built-in grill and seating that leads to a pool and spa. The home has six bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own fireplace, as well as two office spaces.
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Residents recently tallied a list of the businesses they’d most like to see open in the township. Here’s what those include. Also this week, a township native is gearing up to open a nearby general store, the county’s former emergency services director stands trial, plusstudents and alumni are urging Haverford College to protect free speech after it settled a recent lawsuit.
An indoor farmers market, a multi-vendor marketplace, a movie theater, and a bakery are among the businesses residents most want to see open in the township, according to the latest consumer survey conducted by Discover Haverford.
The biannual survey also shows that residents want more family-friendly businesses, communal spaces, and revitalized streetscapes to make shopping more accessible.
Discover Haverford uses the data to help recruit businesses and inform potential small business owners about what’s most in demand. That was the case with Moore Books, which opened two years ago on West Eagle Road.
Jennifer Kurland is opening a general store nearby. Aidan T. Gallo / Staff Photographer
Havertown native Jen Kurland is opening a new general store in Narberth this fall. Jeneral Store will haveà la carte craft items, DIY floral bouquets, and curated home goods.
Haverford School alum Charles P. Baker III, the cofounder of Baker Industries, died last month of congestive heart failure at the age of 101. The Army veteran and national squash champion’s former company employs disabled individuals, recent parolees, people in recovery, as well as those facing homelessness.
Tim Boyce, the county’s former director of emergency services, stood trial this week for assaulting his executive assistant in 2024. Boyce was fired following the incident.
A Penn Wynne man has been charged with securities and wire fraud after allegedly defrauding investors of $8.8 million through his cannabis start-up, KindManage, LLC, over the course of nearly a decade. Prosecutors say David Dinenberg, 54, allegedly used hundreds of thousands of dollars of company funds for personal use such as his sons’ college tuition, social club memberships, and a luxury home rental in California.
Longtime Delaware County resident Anthony “Tony” Oriente made it to the bonus round on an episode of Wheel of Fortune last week, ultimately winning over $25,000, as well as a trip to Vancouver Island. Oriente, who lives in Media, has previously appeared on The Price is Right and Deal or No Deal. Catch the episode here.
🏫 Schools briefing
Haverford High School lands at No. 33 in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of the best public high schools in the state. Nationwide, the school ranks No. 926.
🍽️ On our plate
The long-awaited Handel’s outpost at 13 W. Benedict Ave. is opening today at 11 a.m. The popular ice cream spot took over the former Al Pastor location, which shuttered early this year.
Village Cafe opened at 1422 Manoa Rd. last week. The new Wynnewood spot serves a selection of coffees and pastries.
Vintner’s Table opened its Ardmore outpost on Monday. Located at 24 Cricket Ave., the Italian-inspired wine bar has a salumeria and lifestyle boutique.
Bryn Mawr’s The Bakery House opened its second location over the weekend at 35 W. Lancaster Ave. in Paoli. It sells treats such as custom cakes, pastries, and pies, as well as the viral dot cakes.
🎳 Things to do
🗓️ Haverford Township Day: Now in its 31st year, the annual community celebration features a parade, vendors, multiple musical performances, food, and kids activities. There’s also a 5K Saturday morning. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (rain date: Oct. 4) 💵 Pay as you go 📍 Along Darby Road
🎨 Delco Arts Week: The annual countywide event pays homage to the region’s varied art scene. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3-Sunday, Oct. 11, times vary 💵 Prices vary 📍 Throughout Delaware County
🛍️ Clover Market: Browse a curated selection of over 90 vendors, hear live music, and grab a bite to eat from a food truck. ⏰ Sunday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 💵 Pay as you go 📍 7 N. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr
🍷 Wine and Wander: Explore Stoneleigh after hours while sampling four types of wines. ⏰ Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 💵 $65-$75 📍 Stoneleigh
This 1945 stone Colonial has undergone a full renovation as well as a two-story expansion to bring it into the 21st century. The first floor features a living room, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and honed granite countertops, a dining area with a bay window, and the newly added family room. All four bedrooms are upstairs, including a new primary suite with a walk-in closet. The home also has a finished basement and a patio out back.
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Zach Miller will be defending his title on Sunday.PEL Productions for Visit Delco
More than 2,000 runners will hit the pavement Sunday for the second annual Delco 10 Miler, traversing a slightly altered course from Upper Providence Township to the Philadelphia Union’s stadium in Chester.
Among those running this year are the Getty family, who will be joined on the course by teachers from Wallingford Elementary School. They’ll take turns pushing 8-year-old Will Getty, who has cerebral palsy, to the finish line as part of an effort to raise funds for an accessible playground at the school.
They’ll race alongside 2024 Team USA Olympian Allie Wilson, a 30-year-old Wallingford native and Strath Haven alum who runs 800-meter events, and Zach Miller, who won the inaugural race last year.
A three-bedroom Wallingford Colonial is on the market for$545,000. The couple who bought it seven years ago are relocating so husband Mike Gentile can run his family’s multigenerational Ohio bakery. Take a look inside The Inquirer’s House of the Week.
Former Swarthmore resident, literary scholar, and Temple University professor Rachel Blau DuPlessis died last month of respiratory failure at the age of 84. An eclectic experimental poet, she wrote hundreds of poems about feminism, modernism, connectivity, imagery, and consciousness.
A group of alumni and students of Haverford, Swarthmore, and Bryn Mawr Colleges signed an open letter calling on Haverford to “preserve the rights to free speech and academic freedom” after the neighboring school settled a lawsuit alleging it allowed antisemitic speech on campus.
Kevin Boyer was named to Media’s borough council last month, filling a vacancy through Jan. 1, 2028. Boyer previously served on council from 2014 to 2025.
Swarthmore borough is hosting an information session Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Park Avenue Community Center. The meeting includes an overview of 2027 budget issues.
Media resident and county employee Anthony “Tony” Oriente made it to the bonus round on an episode of Wheel of Fortune last week, ultimately winning over $25,000, as well as a trip to Vancouver Island. Oriente has previously appeared on The Price is Right and Deal or No Deal. Catch the episode here.
Today, Media borough launched its “Fall Frenzy” app challenge, which runs through the end of the month. Participants can take on challenges to better acquaint themselves with the community, with the winning individual or team scoring gift cards.
Starting Tuesday and continuing through February, Providence Road will be closed weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. between Cherry Street and the State Road intersection for utility work.
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Tim Boyce, the county’s former director of emergency services, stood trial this week for assaulting his executive assistant in 2024. Boyce was fired following the incident.
The second season of HBO show Task will continue its local filming today on part of Saxer Avenue in Springfield.
🏫 Schools briefing
Wallingford-Swarthmore School District is hosting two community conversations next week, one on Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and another next Friday from 9 to 10 a.m., at Strath Haven Middle School.
🍽️ On our plate
6abc recently featured the Media Farmers Market in a segment of FYI Philly. The North Edgmont Street spot is a producer- and culinary-focused market that’s seen attendance grow as more people focus on where their food comes from. It’s open Sundays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Looking for other farmers markets? Check out The Inquirer’s guide to area outposts.
🎳 Things to do
🗡️ Murder for Two: This musical comedy puts a twist on the classic whodunit. ⏰ Select days from Thursday, Oct. 1-Sunday, Oct. 18, times vary 💵 $27-$47 📍 Media Theatre
🎨 Delco Arts Week: The annual countywide event pays homage to the region’s varied art scene. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3-Sunday, Oct. 11, times vary 💵 Prices vary 📍 Throughout Delaware County
🍿 Monsters, Inc.: As spooky season officially gets underway, catch a screening of the Disney Pixar classic under the stars. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3, 7 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Media Borough Hall lawn
🍁 State Street Fall Festival: Kick off fall with this harvest stroll-inspired event, complete with over 150 vendors, live entertainment, and kids activities. ⏰ Sunday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 💵 Pay as you go 📍 State Street, Media
🍻 Craft Beer Fest: Sample a selection of local beers and wines while listening to live music. ⏰ Thursday, Oct. 8, 6-9 p.m. 💵 $60 📍 Middletown Free Library, Media
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After being detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement just one week after his wedding this summer, Chester County resident Nelson Contreras-Gelves was unexpectedly released earlier this month.
The 35-year-old has lived in the U.S. since 2022, when he came from his native Venezuela seeking asylum. He and his wife, Ariel Whaley, feel “incredibly lucky” that he was released from federal custody and will now have a chance to plead his case in court.
But life hasn’t returned to normal for the couple, who met three years ago through nonprofit Mighty Writers, which has an outpost in Toughkenamon.
Though Contreras-Gelves is now under constant surveillance, he and Whaley are using what they learned to help others navigating the system.
The county is planning to use $400,000 from a state grant to upgrade its 911 phone system, including by improving reliability and cybersecurity.
Chester County Household Hazardous Waste is hosting an event Sunday at Downingtown High School West where residents can dispose of unwanted items like certain paints and chemicals. Registration is required.
Charles P. Baker III, the cofounder of Baker Industries, which has an office in Malvern, died earlier this month of congestive heart failure at the age of 101. The Army veteran and national squash champion’s former company employs disabled individuals, recent parolees, people in recovery, as well as those facing homelessness.
Rogie Legaspi, a 56-year-old Baltimore teacher, has been charged by the Chester County District Attorney’s office with child trafficking, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, and statutory sexual assault for allegedly sexually assaulting a teenager in Parkesburg.
A 4-year-old died last week after being struck by a tractor trailer while walking along Route 41 in Highland Township.
London Grove Township has filled its two board of supervisor vacancies. Kristen Barnello and Todd Pawlowski will serve in the roles until the end of 2027.
A new cat rescue spot, Calla’s Kitty Kingdom, is opening Friday. The Phoenixville spot is a collaboration between Calla’s Critter Rescue, Maddie’s Castle, and BarkHop Studio and will be located within pet supply store Maddie’s Castle at 178 Bridge St.
This weekend is Phoenixville’s last PXV Inside Out for the season.
An unnamed staff member at Oxford Area High School is under investigation by state police for corruption of minors for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old female student. In a statement, the district said it’s cooperating with law enforcement. The staff member is also an assistant football coach at Kennett High School, which also said it’s cooperating with authorities.
On Saturday, Kennett Consolidated School District is hosting a grand opening and ribbon cutting for New Garden Elementary School, which made its debut last month.
Owen J. Roberts School District is accepting board member applications after Rita Pederson tendered her resignation, effective as of Monday.
Bryn Mawr’s The Bakery House opened its second location over the weekend at 35 W. Lancaster Ave. in Paoli. It sells a selection of treats such as custom cakes, pastries, and pies, plus the viral dot cakes.
West Chester Cooperative, which opened this summer, is hosting a grand opening on Friday.
🎳 Things to do
🏚️ Pennhurst Asylum: The haunted attraction is open for the season. ⏰ Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through Nov. 7, times vary 💵 Prices vary 📍 Pennhurst Asylum, Spring City
🏡 Chester County Day: The 85th annual event focuses on the northwest section of the county, where visitors can tour homes and barns. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 💵 Prices vary; tickets must be purchased at satellite locations 📍 Chester County
🪕 Malvern Porchfest: Catch live musical performances from porches throughout the borough. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3, noon-6 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Throughout Malvern
🎃 Fall Festival at Yeager’s Farm: The two-day event includes a corn maze, pumpkin picking, yard games, and hayrides. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3 and Sunday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 💵 Pay as you go 📍 Yeager’s Farm, Phoenixville
🍻 Oktoberfest: Sip specially priced beers and ciders, nosh on fall-themed appetizers, try your hand at a stein-holding contest, and hear live music at participating restaurants. ⏰ Saturday, Oct. 3, times vary 💵 Pay as you go 📍 Downtown West Chester
Built in the mid-1800s for travel writer and diplomat Bayard Taylor, Cedarcroft has undergone a number of updates while staying true to its architectural roots. The Kennett Square home, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has seven bedrooms, living and dining rooms, a billiards room, and, most notably, a five-story tower in the Italianate style.
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The former Chester County home of a renowned 19th-century author and diplomat is hitting the market this week with an asking price of $3.1 million.
Known as Cedarcroft, the sprawling Kennett Square brick home spans over 7,100 square feet, sits on 2.4 acres, and has a distinctive five-story, Italianate-style tower overlooking the grounds and surrounding community.
The tower extends over the home’s covered entryway and is accessible by stairs from the second floor. It has a room with windows on each of the third- and fourth-floor landings. It also has a balcony off the fourth floor and a fifth floor accessible by ladder.
The home has a five-story, Italianate-style tower.Virtual Vista | Courtesy of Holly Gross Group
The rooms on the third and fourth floors could serve a number of uses, including as a library, said listing agent Stewart Gross, who is brokering it with Stephen Gross and Holly Gross, all of the Holly Gross Group.
“It’s breathtaking,” he said of the vantage, where both sunrise and sunset can be seen.
It’s believed that the home’s original owner, Bayard Taylor, used the tower spaces to write, enjoy cocktails, and survey the surrounding land, Gross added.
A Kennett Square native, Taylor built the 108 Gatehouse Dr. home between 1859 and 1860. He gained acclaim as a poet and travel writer, publishing a number of works inspired by his global escapades. He also served as the chargé d’affaires of the Russian legation in St. Petersburg.
One of the living spaces on the first floor.Virtual Vista | Courtesy of Holly Gross Group
During his tenure at Cedarcroft, Taylor reportedly hosted a number of literary figures, including Ralph Waldo Emerson and Horace Greeley, according to a Kennett Library biography.
Some of the home’s first-floor features include 13-foot ceilings and “grand” spaces including a living room, a dining room, and a library, as well as a billiards room, Gross said.
The home has seven bedrooms — six on the second floor, with a seventh on the third level — including a primary suite with a fireplace and a walk-in closet.
The home has a new kitchen.Virtual Vista | Courtesy of Holly Gross Group
The home was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971. It retains many elements of its early roots, such as hardwood flooring, milling, and molding details, while having undergone a number of updates by its current owners. Those include overhauling household systems and bathrooms, updating the roof, and adding a new kitchen, which has stainless steel appliances and Italian quartzite countertops.
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Roadwork will cause detours, delays, and closures in more than a dozen municipalities throughout the county this week, including disruptions on Routes 23, 30 and 252.
Here are the traffic changes you need to know, starting Sept. 29:
Caln Township: Fisherville Road will be closed between North Bailey and Caln Meetinghouse Roads from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Sept. 30 to Oct. 6.
City of Coatesville and Caln, Sadsbury, Valley, and West Caln Townships: There will be a moving weeknight lane closure on westbound Route 30 between Airport Road and Kings Highway from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Oct. 2 for line painting.
East Bradford Township: Peco work closing Copeland School Road between Dunmoore Lane and Frank Road is expected to continue on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Oct. 30. Ravine Road is closed for road bank stabilization, a project that’s expected to continue through the winter.
East Brandywine Township: The township’s paving program is slated to continue through late September or early October. Paving work will impact Crawford and North Buck Roads and Summerhill Drive. There will also be chip seal treatment on Marshall and Highspire Roads.
East Caln Township: There will be a lane closure on Bell Tavern Boulevard, with intermittent work expected through Oct. 7, as the township undertakes stormwater infrastructure work.
East Pikeland and Schuylkill Townships and Phoenixville Borough: Work on Route 23 is expected to continue through Oct. 30, resulting in weekday lane closures on Bridge Street at the Nutt Road intersection. Work takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Honey Brook Township: Starting Oct. 1, the Cupola Road bridge over the east branch of Brandywine Creek will be closed for repairs for about five weeks.
Honey Brook and West Nantmeal Townships: Chestnut Tree Road will have a lane closure between Cupola and Creek Roads and Manor Road from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Oct. 2 for resurfacing work.
Kennett Township: East Hillendale Road will be closed between Bayard and McFarlan Roads for utility pole work from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Oct. 2.
Pocopson Township: Paving work is slated to get underway in October, impacting parts of Parkerville Road and Four Streams Drive. Exact timelines for the work haven’t been announced.
Spring City Borough: There will be about three days of intermittent lane closures from Sept. 28 on North Main Street between East Bridge and New Streets for Peco’s gas main replacement project. Work will take place between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Tredyffrin Township: There will be overnight weekday closures on Route 252 between Lancaster Avenue and Swedesford and Howellville Roads from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Nov. 21 for utility construction. Also expect some delays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. near Timber Lane and Tory Hill Road through early October for Peco work.
Upper Uwchlan, Uwchlan, and West Whiteland Townships: Line painting on Pottstown Pike between Byers Road and Bartlett Avenue will result in moving lane closures through Sept. 30. Work will take place overnight from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
West Brandywine Township: Expect alternating lane closures on Caln Meetinghouse, Germany Hollow, North Hawthorn, and South Hawthorn Roads; Brandywine and Laurel Drives; and Castle and Reason Lanes for base repairs through Oct. 5.
West Caln Township:Paving-related work will take place on Ruthland Avenue and North Bonsall, Reservoir, and Zaleski Roads through Sept. 28, resulting in road closures.
West Chester Borough: There will be intermittent road closures on the 400 to 600 blocks of West Rosedale Avenue on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Oct. 2 for Peco’s gas main replacement project. The 600 block of North Walnut Street will also be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 1 for tree work.
West Whiteland Township: Work at the intersection of Ship Road and Lincoln Highway, including for new traffic signal poles, is expected to continue into mid- to late-October, resulting in possible delays.
Willistown Township:Paoli Pike will be closed between Frazer Avenue and Cedar Hollow Road from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Oct. 2 every day but Sundays for Peco work.
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Welcome to the first edition of The Inquirer’s weekly newsletter bringing you the most pertinent news from in and around Haverford Township. Each week, you can expect a mix of the biggest community stories, school district and municipal government updates, restaurant and retail comings and goings, as well as local events you won’t want to miss.
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Chris Pieretti’s Kitchen Harvest turns organic waste into compost at Linvilla Orchards.Jose F. Moreno / Staff Photographer
Earlier this year, Haverford Township launched a curbside composting program, becoming the latest local municipality to seek ways to divert organic materials from landfills.
But what happens to those banana peels, eggshells, and coffee grounds after they’re taken away? Thanks to the initiative, they’re being repurposed at Linvilla Orchards, where composting company Kitchen Harvest is converting food scraps into nutrient-rich, soil-like compost. In turn, the compost feeds Linvilla’s crops and enriches local gardens, creating a circular system.
In July, 162 tons of organic material was collected, township manager Dave Burman said, adding that the amount of trash collected was down 141 fewer tons this July compared to last July.
The owner of Dane Fine Art has been named in a lawsuit for allegedly participating in a scheme to sell fraudulent artwork, including fake Andy Warhol paintings. The 2320 Haverford Rd. gallery was raided by the FBI earlier this year. Owner Nathan “Nicky” Isen has denied the accusations.
After Haverford resident Brandon Graham announced his retirement from the Eagles — for the second time — earlier this month, he’s turning his attention to his budding media career. The two-time Super Bowl champion is now focused on the new season of his Unblocked podcast and will also be on PHLY for postgame Eagles coverage.
New adult fitness equipment has been installed at Polo Field as part of a larger park makeover that will include a fresh basketball court, new playground equipment, a pavilion, and seating.
Roadwork will continue on College Avenue between Haverford and Coopertown Roads on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Nov. 20 for a monthslong Peco project.
Registration is open for the township’s fall programs, which include fitness classes, nature series, and the start of indoor pickleball.
There’s a township-wide volunteer fair Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Community Recreation and Environmental Center. The inaugural event will give residents a chance to connect with over 20 nonprofits.
Residents can meet with Superintendent Matthew C. Hayes at tomorrow morning’s community connection event at the administration building. The discussion will focus on school year updates.
The Haverford School is looking to demolish several buildings on Panmure Road and Buck Lane to make way for two artificial turf fields, a move that some area residents oppose, citing traffic concerns. The township’s planning commission earlier this month said it would not make a decision until a traffic study had been completed.
Manoa Nursery School at 153 N. Eagle Rd. has been shut down after operating without a license, but expects to open under new management shortly, the Daily Times reports.
🍽️ On our plate
A La Mousse owner Anna Chen is working to improve mooncakes’ reputation by giving the intricate but otherwise unimpressive treats a twist, The Inquirer’s Kiki Aranita writes, including stuffing them with a range of fillings and flavors. Find Chen’s take on mooncakes at A La Mousse’s Narberth outpost ahead of the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival tomorrow.
Nanu’s Hot Chicken reopened last week at 59 W. Lancaster Ave. in Ardmore after being forced to close at the end of July when a vehicle damaged the store.
Former Sixers icon Julius “Dr. J” Erving will be at the Fine Wine and Good Spirits on Greenfield Avenue in Ardmore Saturday at 2 p.m. to sign pre-purchased bottles of American Harvest Organic Vodka.
🎳 Things to do
🐑 The Farmstead Fair: Harriton House’s annual celebration includes tours, cooking demonstrations, a beer garden, vendors, games, and pumpkin decorating. ⏰ Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 💵 Pay as you go 📍 Harriton House
🎸 Haverford Music Festival: Now in its 14th year, the festival includes performances by Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter Shannon McNally, blues artist Buffalo Nichols, and bluegrass outfit Demolition String Band. There will also be food trucks, kids activities, and a beer and wine garden. ⏰ Saturday, Sept. 26, noon-9 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Intersection of Eagle and Darby Roads
🎵 Imagine Lennon Live: Scot Arch and the Instant Karma Horns will perform a mix of Beatles tunes and John Lennon’s solo hits. ⏰ Saturday, Sept. 26, 7:30-10 p.m. 💵 $26.50-$36.70 📍 Kelly Center
🌻 Eco-Printing with Wildflowers Workshop: Summer may officially be over, but that doesn’t mean its remnants can’t still make beautiful art. ⏰ Sunday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 💵 $85-$95 📍 Stoneleigh
🎶 Matchbox 30: The Tim William Bands will pay tribute to Matchbox 20 for the 30th anniversary of its iconic album Yourself or Someone Like You. ⏰Wednesday, Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m. 💵 $29.50-$71.42 📍 Ardmore Music Hall
Built in 1945, this three-bedroom Ardmore home has gotten a modern interior makeover to give the first floor an open-concept layout. The space connects a living room with an electric fireplace to a dining area and the kitchen, which has an island, stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops. All three bedrooms are upstairs, and there’s a finished basement with a half bathroom downstairs. There’s an open house Saturday from noon to 2 p.m.
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Since launching a phased gas-powered leaf blower ban in June, Lower Merion has received 437 violation complaints, putting “tremendous stress” on township staff who then have to investigate.
That figure is more than five times the number of complaints the township received for all other standard property maintenance violations during the same time period and has prompted officials to ask for extra staffing funds. That includes making a part-time administrative clerk full-time next year and adding a seasonal code compliance officer.
While nothing’s been decided yet, the changes could cost $83,000, but give flexibility should complaints later drop off.
Main Line Surgery Center, Bala Cynwyd is one of the 20 busiest surgical centers in the region, conducting 8,468 surgical visits last year, according to data from the Pennsylvania Department of Health. It’s closely followed by Bryn Mawr Medical Specialist Endoscopy Associates. The Inquirer’s Harold Brubaker explains why surgery centers have seen a surge in popularity in recent years.
Four people were injured and two were hospitalized after a tree fell on several vehicles stopped in traffic on Belmont Avenue near the Old Belmont Avenue split in Bala Cynwyd Friday. One of the individuals suffered serious injuries and was listed in critical but stable condition as of Friday night, 6abc reports.
City Ave District has been awarded $400,000 from the state to improve sidewalks on the 200 block of Bala Avenue, as well as North Highland Avenue. Work is expected to get underway in the spring.
Narberth is conducting a pedestrian count via video survey through Monday related to the North Narberth Avenue bridge project.
The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office is cracking down on 7-Hydroxymitragynine, more commonly known as 7-OH, and has issued notices to retailers to discontinue sales of concentrated 7-OH products. Sold over the counter at gas stations and smoke shops across the region, unregulated 7-OH kratom has led to addiction for some.
🗺️ Other nearby news
Brian O’Neill, the developer behind five proposed — and rejected — nearby data centers, is suing the Upper Merion Board of Supervisors over its decision not to allow the project to move forward, claiming the centers are permitted under the zoning code.
Two Lower Merion alums could square off tomorrow during the Temple University-Army game at Lincoln Financial Field. Temple freshman defensive tackle Kechan Miller graduated with the class of 2026, while Army junior offensive lineman Xavier Archawski graduated in 2023.
🍽️ On our plate
The Mid-Autumn Festival mooncakes at A La Mousse. Monica Herndon / Staff Photographer
A La Mousse owner Anna Chen is working to improve mooncakes’ reputation by giving the intricate but otherwise unimpressive treats a twist, The Inquirer’s Kiki Aranita writes, including stuffing them with a range of fillings and flavors. Find her take on mooncakes at A La Mousse’s Narberth outpost ahead of the the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival tomorrow.
Vintner’s Table is opening its Ardmore outpost on Monday. Located at 24 Cricket Ave., the Italian-inspired wine bar will also have a salumeria and lifestyle boutique.
Former Sixers icon Julius “Dr. J” Erving will be at the Fine Wine and Good Spirits on Greenfield Avenue in Ardmore Saturday at 2 p.m. to sign pre-purchased bottles of American Harvest Organic Vodka.
🎳 Things to do
🍿 Movie Night: Friends of Linwood Park and Lulu’s Casita will screen The Muppets outdoors. ⏰ Friday, Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Linwood Park
🐑 The Farmstead Fair: Harriton House’s annual celebration includes tours, cooking demonstrations, a beer garden, vendors, games, and pumpkin decorating. ⏰ Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 💵 Pay as you go 📍 Harriton House
🌻 Eco-Printing with Wildflowers Workshop: Summer may officially be over, but that doesn’t mean its remnants can’t still make beautiful art. ⏰ Sunday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 💵 $85-$95 📍 Stoneleigh
🩰 An Afternoon of English Country Dance: Dust off your Regency-era apparel and learn 18th- and 19th-century country social dances. Registration is required. ⏰ Sunday, Sept. 27, 2-4 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Bala Cynwyd Library
🧺 Family Picnic in the Park: Narberth Civic Association will have pizza and live music at this event, where neighbors are encouraged to pack a picnic, as well as a shareable dessert. ⏰ Sunday, Sept. 27, 4-6 p.m. 💵 Free 📍 Narberth Park
This century-old brick Tudor Bryn Mawr home blends indoor and outdoor living thanks to plenty of windows, a sunroom, a screened-in porch, and a flagstone patio. The home has formal living and dining rooms, an updated eat-in kitchen, and five bedrooms across the second and third floors, including a primary suite with a double sink vanity. There are open houses today from 12:30 to 2 p.m., Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m., and Sunday noon to 2 p.m.
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