146 lakeview drive

Welcome home to 146 Lakeview Drive! Nestled on 2.34 acres of picturesque landscaping, this breathtaking post-modern home is a true masterpiece of architectural design. Designed by its original owner, Sun Oil Executive & Construction Engineer, William Soden. The home boasts a unique and open floor plan, large windows which flood the home with natural light, and clean lines that define the exterior as a blend of modern and classic architectural elements, creating a timeless yet contemporary feel. The long driveway invites one to a peaceful and tranquil setting. The flagstone pathway leading to the entrance is bordered by lush greenery and fragrant herbs. Stepping inside the front door, natural light pours in the large foyer with custom made closet doors and beautiful hardwood floors. The living area is spacious, bright, with a wall of windows overlooking the picturesque backyard. Additionally, the living room offers the original stone wood-burning fireplace flanked by custom built bookcases, perfect for all your family mementos. The hardwood flooring extends throughout the dining room and much of the home. The formal dining room offers more custom built-in bookcases/side board and direct access to a 4-season enclosed sunroom with flagstone flooring and 3 walls of windows which overlook the expansive trex-like deck which leads to the backyard & the perfect setting for dining alfresco. The tree-lined backyard runs down to the creek and offers plenty of flat backyard space. There are 2 KITCHENS. One on the first floor & one in the daylight walkout basement. A wonderful main kitchen off the dining room has tons of storage, food preparation areas & a breakfast bar, which makes entertaining a breeze. The updated eat-in kitchen comes complete with 2 ovens (1 wall mount Kitchen-Aid), granite countertops with double under-mount stainless steel sinks, stainless steel Miele dishwasher, GE profile refrigerator (2022) & new MW (2023). Just steps from the kitchen is the mudroom which is located between the 2 car attached car and the kitchen and offers a 1st floor powder room. This mudroom also functions as the laundry room with a built-in stackable washer & dryer housed in the custom laundry closet, plus an under-mount garden sink. To the left of the foyer is an extra wide hallway that offers 3 of the 5 bedrooms which all have huge closets & feature natural lighting and gorgeous views . The primary bedroom has an updated en-suite bathroom with original pristine tile. The 2 other bedrooms share an updated hall bathroom. One bedroom is currently set up as a cozy den retreat. (Yes, there is hardwood flooring under the carpet) The den offers 2 huge closets. One closet with views of the backyard was used as the original owners ironing room & the other was a built-in bar area. The extra wide custom staircase leads to the thoughtfully designed flexible finished lower level which offers 2 additional bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms, a 2nd kitchen comes with mw, refrigerator and cooktop & is adjacent to a sitting room w/ gas-propane burning fireplace divided by a custom designed movable wall which leads to the artist studio and exercise room. The 4th bedroom offers a private en-suite bathroom. The 8-foot sliding glass door opens to a private flagstone patio. The daylight walk-out basement features an abundance of natural light. This floorplan would be a fantastic space for in-laws, art studio, private office, guest suite or au-pair. Lower level offers additional storage and utility room. Many of the home’s original features have been meticulously maintained over the years. This home has PUBLIC WATER & PUBLIC SEWER (2014) (public records are incorrect) This home offers a private and relaxing setting, amazing layout and award-winning Rose-Tree Media School District. Just a short walk to Rose Tree Park which offers many year-round activities. The proximity to downtown Media “Everybody's Hometown” is coveted!