2202 OLD KENNETT RD Wilmington, DE 19807

Perfectly situated on 4.36 picturesque acres in Centreville, This wonderful 5BR, 4.1BA, Country Estate is loaded with character and charm rarely seen anymore. This house is on the National Register of Historic Places with parts of it being built in 1770, 1820, and 1929. Features include Oak hardwood floors throughout. Thick, rich, detailed moldings, Large Living room with dueling fireplaces, deep sills, and access to a fantastic sunroom with flagstone floor and lots of windows allowing tons of natural light. The Den has an extra large Brick and Stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove. The formal dining room was the original kitchen of the 1770 house which has a large, stone fireplace with original brick beehive oven and access to the outside. The Kitchen features a large island, plenty of cabinet space, gas cooking, and a bump-out breakfast room with two large skylights, brick floors with radiant heat and sliders allowing you to see the gorgeous views of the back yard and perennial gardens. The generous size Butler's Pantry off the kitchen offers plenty of additional storage, counter space and a mini fridge. Rounding out the main level is a library located off the Dining room with built-in shelves. A beautiful, turned staircase brings you up to a large, upper hallway. The upper level features 5 Bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and a large, step-down office. There is a Jack and Jill suite at one end of the hallway featuring a bathroom with full tub and subway tile. The Master bedroom features two full bathrooms and separate dressing area. A separate area contains two bedrooms, a sitting area, full bathroom, and back staircase. This area was originally added as an Au Pair Suite. Outside, the grounds are absolutely beautiful, featuring flagstone patios, perennial gardens, and separate fenced in areas that were used for the Collies that were bred and raised on this property for many years. There is a separate 480 sq ft building which was previously used as a dog kennel. This building has plumbing and electric which allows for endless possibilities . There is also a rustic shed built on the remnants of an old Barn foundation. The long, sweeping driveway has been recently repaved. There is an historic stone wall that runs along the front of the property. This home also has a large, three car garage, with one barn style door and two overhead garage doors. This is a one of a kind property. Listing Agent is related to Seller