521 Locust Ln N, West Chester, PA 19380

This expanded stone Cape is a hidden gem in West Chester Boro, graced with timeless character and tucked away on a quiet street overlooking Hoopes Park. A steep, gabled roof, dormer windows and front porch create a welcoming faade, while an elegant two-story foyer sets the tone for the gracious rooms inside. This home offers rock solid construction and classic architectural elements like hardwood floors (throughout most of the house), moldings, built-ins, homey nooks and crannies, and French doors, each adding so much personality and charm in their arrangement. Built in 1959 and home to the same family since that time, this was the site of many large, festive gatherings, and youll appreciate how the flow of this house and its spacious rooms make it perfect for parties. The sunny living room features a magnificent picture window with views of the pretty front yard and the park, opposite a stone, wood-burning fireplace. A dining room has built-ins flanking a lovely alcove of French doors and double windows that open to a screened porch. And the kitchen, just adjacent, offers a beautiful garden window, plus a cozy breakfast room with a delightful picture window overlooking the flat backyard. A half bath sits nearby. The breakfast room extends into a sitting area with built-ins and a door to a small flagstone patio, as well as access to the driveway and garage. In classic Cape Cod design, this house has a full bath and two bedrooms on the main floor, each offering tons of light a