10 OPEN HEARTH DR, Reading, PA 19607 - For Sale

2-Story,Detached, Colonial - READING, PA If this life has allowed you to live where you desire, in the style of home that pleases you, this grand offering may be compelling. The estate was built by Ledge Rock Builders. The home is a testament to the capabilities of the builder who is the owner of the company. The builder believes that life is too short to settle for anything less than grand. His investment in this French eclectic estate is witness to his belief. This style of home is popular in Europe and became a favorite of home buyers in America between 1915 and 1945. The symmetrical style, arch top dormers and picture windows are accented by the formal asymmetrical portico front porch. Once through the double door entry you enter a space that was popularized by royalty of the past. The butterfly twin stairwell reaches far to the balcony and flows into the grand living room while the marbled floors cascade down two levels to the Brazilian cherry wood that adorns the area. The symmetry is breathtaking as the dining room, library and study flank the foyer. Several stairwells and common area hallways demonstrate the architects' keen ability to transfer one through the home in an effortless fashion. The walk-out lower level features a reception area with a full bar and wine cellar. There is a fantastic home theater with cascade flooring that allows for studio seating. The surround sound system and components are enough to make any audiophile proud. The game room, entertainment room, exercise room and full bath complete the lower level floor layout. There are two separate unfinished areas in the basement that contain the mechanical equipment that assist in creating the perfect climate in the home. The master suite is elegant almost beyond words. The see-through fireplace is positioned between the bedroom and sitting room. There are entrances to the dressing room and double walk-in closets from both areas. I will leave the description of the master bath to the photogra