Here at Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty, it’s a privilege to assist owners of properties representing a wide range of styles and price points. Sometimes, along with expected features and finishes, houses have something extra, a one-of-a-kind feature that can elicit reactions ranging from “Wow!” to “Are you kidding me?” Here’s a taste of some currently …
These Aren’t Your Childhood Swimming Pools
With Fourth of July celebrations and the heat of summer arriving, it’s prime pool season here in Bucks County. After a cool, wet spring, many home owners finally have their backyard beauties open and ready. According to the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals, Pennsylvania consistently is a top-10 state for number of existing …
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Open This Weekend: 1221 Lafayette Road in Gladwyne
Don't miss this historical treasure, open for tours this Sunday, June 10 from 2-4PM! "Hartdale" is an exquisite, 9, 388 SF Colonial Revival mansion built in 1895 and showcasing outstanding, old-world craftsmanship. The first owner, Seldon Twitchell, was in the bottling business and invented a new way to keep fizzy drinks fresh. His wealth enabled …
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It’s Springtime in Philadelphia
Bright colors and beautiful, floral aromas abound in the City of Brotherly Love. Nothing is quite like a spring picnic, reading a book in the sun (or the shade) of your favorite park or in the comfort of your own patio. If you choose to venture outside of your home, we have a list of …
Hartdale: The House That Soda Pop Built
Hartdale: 1221 Lafayette Road in Gladwyne Hartdale, a grand Main Line residence in the premier Gladwyne ZIP code, may be the perfect example of how the Main Line went from farmland dotted with crops and livestock in the 19th century to an epicenter of expansive country houses as getaways for Philadelphia’s wealthy industrialists and entrepreneurs. …
Meet “Tawno Ker,” a Historic Delight Nestled in Bryn Mawr
A MAIN LINE TREASURE Historical charm meets modern comfort in this incredible home. Named "Tawno Ker," or "Dear Little Home," by noted Philadelphia architect and University of Pennsylvania alumnus, Horace W. Sellers, 617 New Gulph Rd. is steeped in rich, Pennsylvania history and retains its original charms with updated, modern amenities. Noted in …
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Empty Rooms No More With Virtual Staging, Augmented Reality
Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty is now offering its seller clients virtual staging, especially helpful for homeowners who have moved out of their homes before they’re sold, leaving the rooms empty. And at the end of May, the company ramps up its offering with the launch of an augmented reality (AR) app that enables consumers to …
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An Evening with Sotheby’s: Luxury Real Estate Meets Magnificent Jewels
In celebration of 40 years in Philadelphia, Sotheby’s auction house partnered with Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty to bring an unforgettable event to the Greater Philadelphia region. Hosted at one of Kurfiss Sotheby’s International Realty’s premier properties at 353 Lewis Ln., this exciting collaboration showcased what sets Sotheby’s apart—the curation of the best in luxury, from fine jewels …
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Lights. Camera. Action: Red Carpet-Worthy Homes
Escape into the world of cinema! In honor of the 90th Academy Awards, we’re taking a peek into a few of our exclusive listings that feature custom-built home theaters and media rooms. Sit back, whip up a fresh batch of popcorn, and take a look at homes that are more than worthy of an Oscar. …
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Albermarle: Own Your Piece of the Main Line’s Famous Ardrossan Estate
This past weekend the Philadelphia Inquirer’s John Timpane wrote a story about Ardrossan, the last of the great Main Line estates. At its peak, this stunner was a true estate on par with European royal properties, an 800-acre property centered around a 50-room, 33,000-square-foot mansion designed by Horace Trumbauer. Completed in 1912 for the Montgomery/Scott/Wheeler …
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