Fairytale castle near Philly

This home is in a beautiful treed neighborhood in a northeast Philly suburb. Built in 1931 this home is a rare work of art offering exquisite architectural details. It is referred to by locals as Rapunzel’s Castle. Situated on a quarter acre lot this five story three bedroom, three bath home has approximately 2,500 square feet of living space. Curved stone walls, “drawbridge” walkway over the moat leads to the front door. Beautiful arched walls, spiral staircase, decorative hammered iron railings and hand forged door hardware. French doors opening onto Juliet balconies, wide plank wood floors, gazebo/summer house. The living room/library features original dark wood paneling with built-in bookcases, a fireplace with carved marble mantle, french doors opening onto a Juliet balcony a custom sofa, bergere chairs, artwork, oriental rug, a 9ft tall 19th century monumental trumeau mirror from a gilded age New York mansion, and treasures collected from travels around the globe. There is a 5’6” Steinway grand piano always kept tuned and in excellent condition and a concert grand pedal harp. The living room design was inspired by French Chateaus of the Normandy region. There is a powder room attached to the living room. A harpist and pianist are available to provide live music. The dining room features a rustic French farmhouse table with seating for 8, wood floors, oriental rug, antique crystal chandelier, gilded mirrors. Milled panelling with built in china cabinets. Table is moveable for larger stand up events. The tower houses a stone spiral staircase and hand forged black iron railing with original medieval pendant light in suspended from the interior peak of the cone. Ideal for Photoshoots, filming location, small weddings and showers, teas, luncheons, recitals, small dinner parties. All light fixtures throughout have been updated and there is great lighting throughout. This space is ideal for photo shoots, film productions, music videos, product shoots, small weddings, showers, recitals, etc. Renters will have access to the living room, dining room, and tower, with your rental. Formal gardens featuring lush vegetation, koi pond, hand crafted stone walls, walkways and steps.