Along the fairways of Whitemarsh Valley Country Club, 700 Thomas Road is gracefully sited on nearly one acre of meticulously landscaped grounds, surrounded by mature trees and breathtaking golf course views. Built in 2002, this custom-built, center hall Modern Colonial blends timeless symmetry with thoughtfully curated interiors and refined craftsmanship. Offering 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, the 4,727 sq. ft. home provides versatile spaces ideal for today’s lifestyle. Exquisite millwork and a thoughtfully designed floor plan ensure the comfort and sophistication of contemporary luxury living, while the home’s setting offers a rare sense of privacy within its picturesque golf course surroundings.
The home’s approach is unforgettable, as it sits gracefully elevated above the road, its classic stone façade is revealed through a canopy of mature trees. A flagstone walkway leads to a rich mahogany front door adorned with Baldwin hardware, offering a striking first impression. Inside, a dramatic two-story foyer crowned by a Waterford chandelier reveals gleaming hardwood floors, while tall windows throughout flood the home with natural light. Fully insulated walls enhance the home’s exceptional quiet, creating a peaceful retreat from the outside world.
The main level effortlessly combines refined elegance with everyday comfort. A custom-designed kitchen, featuring bespoke cabinetry, granite countertops, Wolf and Subzero appliances, a large pantry, a kitchen desk, and an island with cooktop, opens to a spacious dining area and sun-drenched great room. The great room offers sweeping views of the grounds and the 8th and 9th holes of the golf course, while rich, custom millwork walls and a gas fireplace, paired with crafted built-ins, anchor the space and infuse it with timeless warmth; seamlessly blending craftsmanship and charm with everyday functionality.
The formal living room, centered around an architecturally detailed gas fireplace, is framed by gridded windows that showcase serene golf course views, and flows seamlessly into a bright private study where continued millwork highlights the home’s sophisticated design. The dining room, graced by a Waterford chandelier, also captures panoramic golf course views, offering a stunning backdrop for entertaining or intimate family gatherings. This level is complete with a stylish half bath, well-appointed mudroom, laundry room, secondary staircase and entrance to a 3-car garage. Designed for both everyday ease and entertaining, the home flows effortlessly indoors and out.
Ascending the staircase, a Waterford chandelier and coordinating sconces set a sophisticated tone, while the wall of windows at the first landing frames a stunning view of the grounds. The second level reveals a luxurious primary suite, complete with a spacious ensuite bath featuring a Jacuzzi tub and a walk-in closet with custom built-in shelving and cabinetry. Through double French doors, an adjoining sitting room offers a quiet retreat for reading or watching TV, all enhanced by sweeping views of the golf course and surrounding treetops.
The second level continues with ease, featuring two additional bedrooms with ensuite baths, a fourth bedroom adaptable as a home office, and a spacious fifth bedroom above the garage which is ideal for overnight guests or extended stays. Breathtaking panoramic views stretch endlessly from this level, offering a daily reminder of the home’s exceptional setting.
The lower level features an expansive basement with impressive ceiling height, offering remarkable potential for future finishing to create additional living, recreation, or wellness space. A Generac whole-house generator provides added comfort and peace of mind year-round.
700 Thomas Road is located in the award-winning Colonial School District and just minutes away from charming shops and dining in Chestnut Hill as well as easy train access to Center City Philadelphia, Manhattan, and Washington, D.C.
