8135 CEDAR RD Elkins Park, PA 19027

"Hollyoak" as she's referred to by the locals for almost 100 years, is located on one of the most desirable streets that Elkins Park has to offer. This spectacular piece of history has undergone a meticulous and wonderful transformation, bringing the best of the old world craftsmanship with today's modern amenities. Hollyoak has greeted and socialized with countless of Philadelphia's elite over the years and its renovation has kept true to the history that has made this home unlike no other. During Prohibition there was even a true, Speakeasy with separate, hidden stairwell off the dining room that is still in tact. The recent landscaping appointments have been years in the making and highlight the good energy of this beautiful home. The owner's keen eye for detail is evident at every turn. The kitchen has been updated with soapstone countertops, state of the art, stainless steel appliances and solid wood cabinets. The master retreat is spacious, has its own outdoor seating area over looking the sprawling grounds, sitting room and is appointed with a master bath, fashioned out of the finest materials and fit for royalty. The master bath is a total oasis with walk in shower, multiple shower heads and tasteful features. There is a second master bedroom that has all season, sleeping porch with en-suite bathroom and 100 year old, wavy glass, retractable windows. The third floor bedrooms have been redone and there is even a clawfoot tub with renovated bathroom. Each room has gone through pain staking, in depth transformations with great detail. Set amongst a sprawling 1.12 acre lot, this home boasts a garden, reminiscent of the Japanese (Edo) Kanazawa Walking Garden, large rear yard with new, in-ground pool that has been the focal point of summer entertaining. There is a 3 car detached garage that is set up as workout area with all new components. It can also be used as an artist studio, apartment or other. The apartment over the garage has a renovated bathroom with marble flooring and clawfoot tub. This home is a work of art and boasts large, flowing rooms, newer heater, new A/C and great flow. Located close to shopping, train and all the major arteries. Come see why Hollyoak is such a pillar to society.