Look no further. This breathtaking, one-of-a-kind property offers artistically designed and meticulously crafted interior and exterior living spaces at every turn. Set on a private, beautifully landscaped 2.65-acre lot with saltwater pool in Villanova's estate section, this incredible converted barn offers a spectacular sun-filled open floor plan, easily integrating interior and exterior living spaces for a comfortable family lifestyle and effortless large or smaller scale entertaining. Endless features include an open foyer leading to a 2-story great room with oversized wood burning fireplace, wet bar, voluminous beamed ceilings with trusses, large windows , with glorious views, large glass cupola and reclaimed floors, fabulous gourmet natural cherry kitchen with soapstone countertops and professional appliances, adjacent dining area, sitting room and, prep kitchen, mudroom and access to 3 garage bays and a custom designed office with beautifully crafted built-ins. The first floor also includes a spacious primary suite wing with fabulous dressing room fully outfitted with custom cabinetry and built-ins, a luxurious, bright bedroom with fireplace, private balcony, his and hers marble baths with imported fixtures and second laundry room. The second floor offers 4 additional spacious bedrooms, 2 with ensuite baths and 2 with a Jack and Jill bath, perfect for kids or guests. The third-floor loft, with amazing views of the vast architectural beam structure, also features a 5th full bathroom and flexible living space as an expanded office, gym, studio and more. The walk-out lower level offers a custom designed theater, stunning, bright studio/ office space with a gas fireplace, full bathroom, recreational space and more. This is a rare find, close to renowned Lower Merion and Private schools, top Universities, endless recreational opportunities and clubs, all forms of transportation, world class dining and entertainment, Philadelphia, New York and more
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$2,689,000
1408 Rene Rd, Villanova, PA 19085
5beds
7,063sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
2.65 Acres Lot
$1,986,300 Zestimate®
$381/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 3 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 26, 2025 at 04:51am
Listed by:
Lisa Yakulis 610-517-8445,
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty 6102299011
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAMC2149196

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Office, Media Room, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Foyer
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Media room
- Level: Lower
Mud room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Freezer, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Gas, Six Burner Stove, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Store/Office, Studio, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Storage, Additional Stairway, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Butlers Pantry, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Flat, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Sauna, Sound System, Upgraded Countertops, 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick, Slate, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Finished,Garage Access,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rear Entrance,Rough Bath Plumb,Shelving,Space For Rooms,Walk-Out Access,Windows,Workshop,Other
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,063
- Total interior livable area: 7,063 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,063
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Built In, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Play Area, Storage, Water Falls, Water Fountains, Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Salt Water, Heated, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Courtyard, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2.65 Acres
- Dimensions: 25.00 x 0.00
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, No Thru Street, Not In Development, Wooded, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, Vegetation Planting, Year Round Access, Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 400049292006
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk,Log Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
- Major remodel year: 2010
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Connected, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Villanova
- Municipality: LOWER MERION TWP
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $381/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $769,430
- Annual tax amount: $33,866
- Date on market: 8/28/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: See Agent
- Exclusions: Chandelier In Primary Bedroom, Exercise Mirror In Basement
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
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