Designed by celebrated architect Frank Furness in 1878, Lainshaw was the childhood home of Robert Montgomery, who co-founded the investment firm Janney Montgomery Scott and built the Villanova estate, Ardrossan. Lainshaw was originally built for Robert's father, William W. Montgomery. The home was named Lainshaw after Montgomery's Scottish roots. Architectural… Read More Heritage: Lainshaw showcases Furness's signature craftsmanship with preserved features like intricate moldings, original stair railings, and exquisite fireplaces. These historical elements are beautifully complemented by modern updates, including a gourmet kitchen with a spacious island, a redesigned office with custom cabinetry, and an open-concept family room that ensures seamless flow throughout the home. Other recent improvements include a new roof with copper gutters and downspouts, new insulation in the roof/ attic, repointed chimneys, low-maintenance Hardie-plank siding, new Pella windows throughout, a Lutron lighting automation system, extensive professional landscaping and outdoor lighting enhancements, multi-zone heating and cooling, and radiant heat flooring in kitchen, family room and primary baths. Elegant Design and Exceptional Features: Nine and ten-foot ceilings throughout invite an unexpected and welcome abundance of natural light through large windows. This six-bedroom home features five full bathrooms and one powder room, plus a cozy sunroom, butlers pantry (with original cabinetry), a billiards/media room, an upper level laundry room, and a luxurious primary suite offering two primary baths, both with heated floors for a spa-like retreat. Indoor-Outdoor Living: The private lot is enhanced by an the expansive stone patio complete with a wood-burning fireplace and hot tub, and surrounded by lush, established gardens. The side brick patio includes both covered and uncovered seating areas, and is accessible from the family room, dining room and living room. You'll appreciate the easy indoor-outdoor flow for day-to-day living, and when entertaining a crowd. Lainshaw offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Main Line history - and add your own chapters to its future! Read Less
Courtesy of Sue Fitzgerald, Compass Pennsylvania, LLC [email protected]
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
27
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Beds
6
Full Baths
5
Partial Baths
1
Square Ft.
6,496
Lot Size
0.95 Acres
Year Built
1878
MLS Number
PADE2089126
30 Days Snapshot Of 19087
$1.15M
+30%
(avg) sold price
33
-15%
homes sold
20
-16%
(avg) days on market
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Additional Details
Basement
Outside Entrance, Workshop
Building
6,496 sqft living area, 6,496 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1878, Major renovation in 2020, Structure Type: Detached, 3 levels, Traditional, Victorian, Brick, Fiber Cement, HardiPlank Type
Cooling
Central Air, Electric, Zoned, Central A/C
Exterior Features
Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting
Fireplaces
2 fireplaces
Foundation
Stone
Garage
2 garage spaces
Heating
Natural Gas, Hot Water, Zoned
Lot
41,382 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00, 0.95 acres, Level, Landscaping, No Thru Street
Property
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Sewer
Public Sewer
Taxes
City/Town Tax: $2,109, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax: $3,353, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $13,169, Tax Annual Amount: $18,632, Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Hot Water: Natural Gas
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