Due to the nature of the Covid-19, there are no Physical showings of the property at this time. Please feel free to view our Video Tours above. Without a doubt, the most beautiful grounds in Rydal! The Elegance of 1496 Hampton Rd starts at the electronic gate entrance. Pass the tennis court on your left, and you will approach your 5 car wide driveway and the newer 2 car garage with bonus room. This is a classic and stately stone colonial mansion in the heart of Rydal. It's curb appeal, lush landscaping, specimen trees and mature shrubs are breathtaking. The house has over 5200 sq feet of living space on over 2.4 acres. Magnificent view of the grounds can be enjoyed from every room. First floor boasts a large eat-in kitchen with Bosch Stainless steel double oven, Sub Zero fridge, stainless steel dishwasher, built in microwave, double stainless steel sinks, abundant cabinets, and 3 pantries. The very spacious family room has a heated floor. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large laundry room with shelving, many cabinets, and plenty of room for a large 2nd fridge. This is one of two laundry rooms in the house. A gorgeous and spacious living room has large windows facing the front and the rear of the house, and a wood burning fireplace, a formal dining room, office, bath, and a beautiful light filled sun room complete the first floor. The second floor has 4 nice size bedrooms including a large master suite and dressing room. Each bedroom has its own private bathroom. The large basement provides additional room for entertainment, a second laundry, and 1 and bathrooms. The pool area is simply amazing. The pool is heated and has been well maintained. Adjoining pool house has a full bath with shower, and a kitchen area, (that needs some remodeling). When standing on the pool house steps the views are breathtaking!. Add to all of this: 3 zones of heating and air, 3 working wood burning fireplaces, a forever well maintained slate roof, regulation tennis court, 16 well placed in ground sprinklers, heated 2 car garage with bonus room, and so much more. Close to the train, Abington Hospital, shopping and all major highways. Move right in and you can make the changes you want over time. This is just an exceptional home!