Wilmington

1 Wood Road, Wilmington, DE, 19806

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http://www.tourfactory.com/1589718/r_www.youtube.com 1 Wood Road Contact The Mottola Group for more information. Long & Foster Real Estate 302.351.2600 Majestically overlooking Kentmere Parkway, this 3 story Victorian home has been lovingly restored & maintained through the years while keeping the hallmarks of the original construction. The property was begun in 1893 and completed in 1896 as a wedding gift for the daughter of the Bancroft family. Silver hardware, leaded glass windows, exquisite woodwork, southern pine floors, 7 working fireplaces, multiple built-in bookcases, and gothic glass paneled cabinets are just a few of the numerous period details located throughout the house. Enter the home through a leaded glass accented foyer into a gracious parlor which features oak wainscoting paneling, paneled bay window & original chandelier. First floor is host to large breakfast room, family room, dining room, parlor, living room, powder room, & updated kitchen with granite counters, high end appliances, and Butler's pantry with Sub-Zero refrigerator. A portion of the large porch was enclosed in the 1940's, but left ample open porch to enjoy the temperate weather months. Second floor has sitting area with fireplace and original built-ins, two guest bedrooms each with private bath, full hall bath with original marble sink, and a master suite with adjacent sitting room that could be used as an additional bedroom. Master suite features fireplace, full bath, ample closet space and enclosed porch. The upper floor isn't your typical third floor with high ceilings, three bedrooms, full bath, & large recreation room that can also be used as an additional bedroom. Located on a quiet street behind the Delaware Art Museum on over three quarters of an acre with heated in-ground pool and spa. This beautifully landscaped property offers gardens, privacy, open green space, ample parking, and a two car garage. Current owners have continued with the upgrades to the property by adding central air, repainting the entire exterior, fresh paint throughout most of the interior, and numerous other improvements to make this a showcase home.