453 BAYARD RD Kennett Square, PA 19348
UPDATED:
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Coming Soon
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,191 sqft
Price per Sqft $451
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PACT2131936
Style Colonial,Farmhouse/National Folk
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 6,191
Year Built 1850
Available Date 2026-09-22
Annual Tax Amount $16,192
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 3.110 Acres
Acres 3.11
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The original portion can be traced back to William Penn in the 1700's when it was a 515 acre parcel. It was built by Thomas Marshall Jr. in 1840s, using stone from a nearby quarry. The three stories are simple but stately – with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a powder room, a library, a morning room, a dining room, and three wood burning fireplaces – these rooms have all been restored to honor the original details.
An addition, built in 2014, enhances the home with spacious, modern living areas. A 3-car attached garage leads into a massive mudroom which could also serve as an incredible conservatory-like sunroom. The herringbone brick floors, both formal and rustic, add timeless charm. Well-positioned, custom cabinets and a bench offer storage and functionality. A bonus room is right upstairs and can be whatever you envision.
From the mudroom, you are called into the heart of the home where you'll find a harmonious connection between two key spaces – the kitchen and the great room. Off the hallway that leads you here, there is a powder room, a laundry room, and a beautiful Butler's Pantry with inset cabinets and a wood countertop. The kitchen was designed for all your needs, from gourmet cooking to simple everyday living. Carrara marble countertops line the perimeter cabinets and continue to a seamless backsplash. Top-of-the-line appliances are the workhorses of this space — but the real showstopper is the furniture-style wood island with custom turned legs, oversized drawers and a gorgeous slab of soapstone. The wet bar, which is tucked into a space at the end of the kitchen, could be used for an everyday coffee station or for more elaborate hosting at large parties. Complete with a beverage center and a second dishwasher, you will be able to use this area in a variety of ways.
The Great Room is a tremendous space with a 20' barrel-vaulted ceiling and decorative windows. This room can serve as an oversized living room with dining space that is open to the kitchen, an inviting family room with seating for prime movie watching, a beautiful space for your art collection — the possibilities are endless! A cozy den is just off of here and it features a wood-burning stone fireplace with shiplap detail and trim.
A breezeway leads to the private Primary Bedroom retreat. The large bedroom has a vaulted tray ceiling. This complete spa-like suite includes two large walk-in closets, Carrara marble floors with radiant in-floor heat, a double vanity with white oak cabinets and Carrara marble countertops, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower with dual rain heads. There is also a stacking washer and dryer here for your convenience.
If you need storage or more space, the basement has 9' ceilings in the new section under the addition. You could finish this into a home theater, a gym, a playroom, additional living space, wine cellar, or all of the above! The basement under the original home has been parged and has new concrete floors.
The preserved 3-story bank barn is ready for your vision; it has a new steel roof and has been structurally reinforced. The possibilities are endless!
In addition to a freshly painted exterior, a re-built side porch, new brick and stone entry steps, a substantial investment was made to update systems, mechanicals, and infrastructure. In this extensive renovation, every item was chosen with thoughtful attention to detail and style, making this one-of-a-kind home ready-to-be yours for years to come.
Location
State PA
County Chester
Area Kennett Twp (10362)
Zoning R-10
Rooms
Other Rooms Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Den, Library, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Great Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Other, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Basement Unfinished, Full, Poured Concrete
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors
Hot Water Propane, Instant Hot Water
Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Cooling Central A/C, Geothermal, Multi Units
Flooring Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 4
Inclusions Miscellaneous building supplies and related items in the barn and basement.
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Instant Hot Water, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Built-In Range
Fireplace Y
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Instant Hot Water, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Built-In Range
Heat Source Geo-thermal
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
Garage Spaces 3.0
Water Access N
Roof Type Composite
Accessibility None
Road Frontage Private
Attached Garage 3
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage Y
Private Pool No
Building
Story 3
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Above Ground Finished SqFt 6191
Sewer Private Septic Tank
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial, Farmhouse/National Folk
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Greenwood
Middle Schools Kennett
High Schools Kennett
School District Kennett Consolidated
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 62-04 -0113.0100
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 6191
Special Listing Condition Standard
GET MORE INFORMATION