Welcome to Brightwell. This mini estate was originally built in 1795 thru 1840, and completely redone and updated in 2004. The home was used in the 20th century as a country escape for well to do people from Wilmington and they installed the tennis court and fencing and the pool with pool house. You, your family, or guests will feel like they are on vacation. The “Brightwell” sign welcomes everyone and there are lots of paved parking areas including a circular drive. A covered front porch is ideal for enjoying a good book and a cool drink. Across the back a screened porch has room for porch furniture plus table and chairs for outdoor dining. The brick exterior is perfect for low maintenance and the roof was new in 2007. Step inside to one of the most welcoming homes in Chester County. The floors were professionally refinished in 2003 and set a warm tone throughout the house.

Relax in the formal living room with custom moldings, deep windowsills covered with custom window shutters, and a wood burning fireplace with period mantel. Dining has become a great way to entertain and relax and the formal dining room is the perfect venue for your friends and family. An arched brick doorway from the dining room highlights the entry into the kitchen, chair rail accents the room, and a custom chandelier adds the right touch of light to create the ambience you are seeking. A completely redone powder room is conveniently located on the first floor for guests.

The kitchen is definitely a key feature and the heart of this home. The owners, who love to cook and entertain, wanted a kitchen designed for a gourmet but also for family and friends who like to gather in this place. Several of the original areas of the kitchen were retained such as the beams, the flooring, and the grand fireplace. Everything else is new and elegant. Granite counter tops were selected to compliment the new maple cabinetry and there are lots of cabinets designed for accommodating all your glassware, dishes, and pots and pans. For appliances the owners opted for all stainless steel including a Thermador gas range, Kitchen aid Microwave, Jenn-Air oven and refrigerator and a Bosch dishwasher. Everyone will gather around the kitchen island designed with an overhang and stools so you can enjoy talking to the chef. Extra lighting, including under counter lights, was added in addition to the period chandelier. The sink is stainless steel and features a stainless steel Moen faucet.

Climb the staircase to the sleeping areas where you will find roomy bedrooms and three full baths. The second floor has three bedrooms one of which is considered the master bedroom. The third floor includes a guest suite that could be used as the master bedroom. The second floor master bedroom suite features a walk-in closet with both a window and a skylight, plus a completely new bath. The bath features a double sink vanity with storage and drawers. The shower has glass surround. The front bedroom on the second floor is currently used as another guest bedroom and is bright and cheery. The fourth bedroom is currently being used as a home office and features built-ins, a fireplace, extra lighting. The hall bath is ideal for family or friends and has been updated as well. Climb the charming staircase, which features a brick wall and a faux window, to the guest suite. The bedroom has a wall of closets and lovely architectural touches including the ceiling and a recessed shelf area. The bath is designed with lots of good light, a pedestal sink and an oversized glass shower with tumble tile surround. Also conveniently located is a laundry room with tile floor and a spacious storage room great for luggage, holiday decorations, or extra clothing. The colors and the feel of this floor will make for relaxing times and sweet dreams.