8139 Shawnee St, Philadelphia, PA 19118

Perfectly positioned between Germantown Avenue and Pastorius Park - just one block in either direction - this restored Chestnut Hill home offers walkability to shops and restaurants, everyday access to green space, easy reach of the Wissahickon trails, and the added flexibility of a detached studio tucked just beyond the courtyard.nnA stone single with a distinctive mansard roof, the home has been thoughtfully reworked with a clear design sensibility and consistent material choices throughout. Exposed rafters, deep-set windows, and layered materials give the home texture and warmth, while modern upgrades - updated systems, central air, and a reimagined kitchen and baths - support comfortable daily living.nnYou enter into the front parlor: floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving, a window seat, white oak floors that run through the entire first floor. Next is the bright, comfortable living room with a stylish ceiling fan and original millwork. Basement access is from this room. Through to the heart of the home - the kitchen: heavy timber beams overhead, soapstone counters, a professional-style range beneath a custom vent hood, structural floating shelves, and a dining area anchored by botanical wallpaper. A room that works as hard as it looks good. A side door connects directly to the driveway.nnThroughout the home, lighting, paint choices, and built-ins added by the current owners reflect an intentional and cohesive approach to design.nnFour bedrooms and two full baths span three