A Gem in West Marlborough Twp
260 Hood Road is a beautifully designed 1999 custom colonial, with the
charm of a New England coastal home, nestled in the heart of Chester
County’s horse country. With private views of a top Olympic equestrian
training facility, and over 10 acres for your animals, this property offers the
perfect opportunity to build your dream country retreat.
The external features of this property emit charm, with a white pebble
driveway, stone walls surrounding the flagstone patio, gorgeous vegetable
& flower gardens, and an orchard. The pool is surrounded by a picket
fence, with an adjacent fire pit area for evenings relaxing with family and
friends.
On the southeast side of the property is a large cleared area, just perfect
for grazing animals and your vision for a barn or detached garage.
The inside of this home is also built for entertaining, with bright, cheery
rooms, hardwood floors, 9 ft ceilings and windows that wrap around the
entire house. The gourmet eat-in kitchen is large and open, with a central
black granite island counter space, designed for the resident foodie or as a
place to gather with friends. The eat-in kitchen features replaced cabinets,
updated appliances, a large pantry and is adjacent to a large mud room
with great storage and closet space. From the kitchen area, there are
sliding doors that lead out to a large upper deck overlooking the pool and
backyard. The entry-level floor includes a family room adjacent to the
open-format kitchen, and the living and dining rooms boast 2 working
fireplaces.
Downstairs there is a tastefully designed walk-out basement with custom-
built wood cabinetry, an office, a yoga/exercise room, and a TV/movie room
with a full-service bar (sink, wine refrigerator and cupboard). The lower
level area, which exits to the flagstone patio and pool, thoughtfully includes
a full bath and changing room. The house is 3,700 square feet, including
the fully finished basement. 2 Zone Central air; electric service is 200
amps, forced air heat with heat pump and electric back up; electric hot
water; on site well and septic.