This is the second part of a three part series on Hiking in PA, specifically in Chester County and nearby. Today, we are focusing on the George Lorimer Preserve which I usually access from North Valley Road in Paoli. The George Lorimer Preserve, is part of the land conserved by the Open Land Conservancy. There are open fields or meadow as defined on the trail map, wooded areas, pretty flat but with some small hills and plenty of creeks. The distances are not great, but the views are lovely, and you also get to see some of the beautiful homes surrounding the Preserve from a different angle.Jackie our dog loves coming here, dogs must be kept on leash, as there are plentiful smells of other dogs and animals, such as foxes and deer, plus racoons and skunks. It makes for a very interesting w... 09/06/2023

Open House Saturday May 8th 11 am - 1 pm and Sunday May 9th 1-3 pm Located in the prestigious and award winning T/E School district, 1549 Maple Avenue sits on 1.5 acres of wooded beauty giving amazing changes through the seasons. A cul-de-sac location provides privacy. This brick built colonial provides good flow through the main floor, large kitchen with space for breakfast table, with access to the spacious deck overlooking the hillside lot. Koi pond to the side of the house with additional water feature provides an elegant space to relax in the shade of an evening. Comfortable library/den area with fireplace, living room and dining room with laundry room and powder room complete the main level. Stairs to the upper floor with a large master, en suite bathroom, balcony and large walk i... 05/04/2021

There is always plenty happening along the Main Line. In fact you can pretty much always find something to do, be it biking, hiking, eating, drinking or just flat out enjoying yourself. This weekend is no different.Saturday October 12th I want to highlight two events, both worth visiting, the first is the Havertalian festival in Havertown at Cardinal Foley School,300 E Eagle Road, from 12 pm to 7 pm rain or shine, check out their website for all the details on entertainers, food etc. Free admission but a $3 donation is asked. Havertalian Festival is a completely volunteer run event, and celebrates Italian culture, food, fmaily and community with a love for Italy thrown in as well.The other event is in Paoli and is the Upper Main Line Oktoberfest, run by the Upper Main Line Rotary, this ... 10/10/2019

I wrote last week about how my open houses over the Saturday and Sunday had been so crowded at 822 Cottonwood Drive in Malvern. Well I am not sure if this market is causing all the hoopla at open houses or if it is the houses or my marketing.We once again had a beautiful Tredyffrin Easttown listing, 142 Woodgate Lane, Paoli PA 19301, pre marketing it through the week and going live in the MLS on Thursday morning. We rapidly had numerous appointments beginning at 9.00 am. We had our first offer later that morning.This weekend we planned a single open house for this Tredyffrin Easttown town home on Sunday from 1-3 pm. I had shoe covers lined up ready and waiting. And they came and came and came. We had about 60-70 people come throught the open house during the 2 hour window. At one stage ... 05/01/2018

Coming this week a gorgeous 4 bed 2 1/2 bath 2085 sq foot townhome in the wonderfully located Woodgate community in Paoli PA 19301. Set in the center of Paoli this community is mature and established with flowering trees and shrubs which are beautiful at this time of year. Walk to the Paoli shops and station for Amtrak and SEPTA connections. Backing to a quiet road, Chestnut Rd, with a lovely walled courtyard garden patio area this home has had many recent upgrades. Check out the beautiful kitchen and hall bath roomThe second floor bedrooms are all good sizes with one en suite bath and a hall bath and laundry on the second floor as well, the main floor has a wonderful floor plan with a den, dining room and large family/living room overlooking the patio. There is a fourth bedroom on the ... 04/25/2018

It is late at night, a small group of American soldiers having fought the British at Brandywine are camped in Paoli, sleeping. The rest of the American forces are at Valley Forge protecting the fords. Silently the British approach, and in the dead of night with bayonets fixed. With a roar, they storm the camp."Remember the Paoli Massacre" was a Revolutionary battle cry. But what really happened. Our video with Sean Moir of Western Heritage Mapping explains the situation a little more.History and historical homes are all around us in Tredyffrin Easttown. Today you can buy homes right where the Americans or British camped. We can help you find the right home, even if it is not historical but new construction. Contact Nick Vandekar, Tredyffrin Easttown Realtor, Selling The Main Line with L... 03/01/2018

Living on the Main Line outside of Philadelphia it is easy to overlook the history that lies all around us. Yes we live near Valley Forge National Historical Park but there were lots of other events in this area. I mean this is Philadelphia, the capital of the country in those days and where the constitution and bill of rights were released.Following the Battle of the Brandywine the Americans and the British came north. Washington withdrew across the Schuylkill to protect the fords and the way to Philadelphia. As well as protecting the furnaces where the Americans were making cannon.But he left a force under Wayne to watch the British on the Southern side of the Schuylkill. The British camped in Tredyffrin Township, near today's Chesterbrook, running from where Barnes and Noble is, what... 01/22/2017

Another home sold in Valley Greene, Paoli, PA 19301We just sold this home in Valley Greene in Paoli, PA 19301. Valley Greene is a desirable community off North Valley Road in Paoli. It is a desirable move up community, with single family homes placed on larger lots in the award winning Tredyffrin Easttown School District, recently awarded top place as best school district in the nation by Niche rankings.These homes have varied in price depending on location within the community, some back up to high tension electrical wires, others are close to a private entrance to the Chester Valley Trail. Whilst the trail is a pleasant plus, you can also get road noise from Route 202 in that area. So, where you are in the community is important. Many homeowners are updating and adding extensions to t... 12/14/2016

Home Prices in Paoli PA for June 2013   Real estate market data for Paoli, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Long & Foster.   Paoli Home Prices   We have seen listing prices remain flat over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Paoli PA.  We expect prices to continue to this trend into the Fall of 2013, as, the overall economy continues to improve and the average sales price has increased substantially year over year.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time, as the number of available homes has slowly been shrinking.  This decrease in supply will continue to put moderate upward pressure on prices.  So if you have been searching for the bottom in Paoli, it was likely reached last August.  To make sure that you properly navigate this changing mark... 06/04/2013

Home Prices in Paoli PA for May 2013 Real estate market data for Paoli, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line Realty Paoli Home Prices We have seen listing prices increase over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Paoli PA.  We expect prices to continue to increase in 2013, as, the overall economy continues to improve and the average sales price has increased substantially year over year.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time, as the number of available homes has slowly been shrinking.  This decrease in supply will continue to put moderate upward pressure on prices.  So if you have been searching for the bottom in Paoli, it was likely reached in August.  To make sure that you properly navigate this changing market, you'll... 05/05/2013

There are plenty of homes for sale that are labeled "Luxury Home" especially on the Main Line outside of Philadelphia, we have lots of them. Many are new or newer construction homes placed on lots where a home has been torn down usually a ranch, split level or a cape. Then we have some old Victorians in Wayne and beautiful homes in Gladwyne, Bryn Mawr and Villanova that are gorgeous luxury homes. But it is rare for a large estate to be for sale these days, however Reggie Hunt and Charlie Irwin of the Devon office of Long and Foster just listed a beautiful estate  for $4,800,000 with a Paoli address in Willistown Township one of the premier farms in Radnor Hunt on 37 acres. Currently operated as an artisanal farm with sheep and goats, it would also make a great location for horses. Whils... 04/19/2013

Home Prices in Paoli PA for April 2013   Real estate market data for Paoli, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line Realty   Paoli Home Prices   We have seen listing prices increase over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Paoli PA.  We expect prices to continue to increase in 2013, as, the overall economy continues to improve and the average sales price has increased substantially year over year.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time, as the number of available homes has slowly been shrinking.  This decrease in supply will continue to put moderate upward pressure on prices.  So if you have been searching for the bottom in Paoli, it was likely reached in August.  To make sure that you properly navigate this changing market... 04/02/2013

Home Prices in Paoli PA for March 2013Real estate market data for Paoli, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyPaoli Home PricesWe have seen listing prices increase over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Paoli PA.  We expect prices to continue to increase in 2013, as, the overall economy continues to improve and the average sales price has increased substantially year over year.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time, as the number of available homes has slowly been shrinking.  This decrease in supply will continue to put moderate upward pressure on prices.  So if you have been searching for the bottom in Paoli, it was likely reached in August.  To make sure that you properly navigate this changing market, you'll ... 03/11/2013

Home Prices in Paoli PA for February 2013Real estate market data for Paoli, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyPaoli Home PricesWe have seen listing prices increase over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Paoli PA.  We expect prices to continue to increase in 2013, as, the overall economy continues to improve and the average sales price has increased substantially year over year.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time, as the number of available homes has slowly been shrinking.  This decrease in supply will continue to put moderate upward pressure on prices.  So if you have been searching for the bottom in Paoli, it was likely reached in August.  To make sure that you properly navigate this changing market, you'... 02/04/2013

Home Prices in Paoli PA for January 2013 Real estate market data for Paoli, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyPaoli Home PricesWe have seen listing prices increase over the last 12 months, as, we examine home prices in Paoli PA.  We expect prices to continue to increase in 2013, as, the overall economy continues to improve and the average sales price has increased substantially year over year.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time, as the number of available homes has slowly been shrinking.  This decrease in supply will continue to put moderate upward pressure on prices.  So if you have been searching for the bottom in Paoli, it was likely reached in August.  To make sure that you properly navigate this changing market, you'... 01/08/2013

Home Prices in Paoli PA for December 2012Real estate market data for Paoli, PA is provided by David Brandschain of Keller Williams Main Line RealtyPaoli Home PricesWe have seen listing prices increase over the last 11 months, as, we examine home prices in Paoli PA.  We expect prices to continue to increase in 2013, as, the overall economy continues to improve and the average sales price has increased substantially year over year.  If you are considering buying a home, now would be a good time, as the number of available homes has slowly been shrinking.  This decrease in supply will continue to put moderate upward pressure on prices.  So if you have been searching for the bottom in Paoli, it was likely reached in August.  To make sure that you properly navigate this changing market, you'... 12/20/2012

I love to sit Open Houses especially this time of year when people are getting out and about to see homes that are on the market. I chose to sit this home at 160 Sheldrake Drive in Paoli, PA 19301 this Sunday from 2-4 PM. It was the model home for the development when it was first built 49 years ago, and this is the first time it has been on the market since then. Situated on a nice lot of 0.64 acres it has a nice presence in the neighborhood. It is a solid stone colonial, and I wrote about what is a colonial a few weeks ago, and this one is in excellent condition according to the listing agent, with deep window sills, hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, built in book shelves and much more. I am looking forward to seeing the home. Taxes at $6483 last year are reasonable for this ar... 02/10/2012

Looking for somewhere to eat in Paoli, Ashy's Burger and Fries is the place, owned by the same owners of the Kabab Cafe in Gateway Shopping Center this is a welcome addition and a step away from the chain burger and fries places. Burgers are made to order so leave some time for yourself as you will be waiting for your order, not long, but long enough for it to cook, and the fries - don't miss those, they are delicious. I actually steppped away from the traditional burger and went with a falaffel sandwich, well don't think this is a light option... I was struggling to finish and the fries are very generous portions. Enjoy next time you are in Paoli, right in the shops there close to the hardware store, you cannot miss it. 09/20/2011

Paoli, PA yes we have the Starbucks, right by Paoli station, not sure what they will do when the station moves and becomes a transportation center, maybe they will move with it, but the biggest problem with Starbucks is lack of parking. However, a little way away, there is Saxby's, with plenty of parking and a nice atmosphere as well. The coffee shop is cozy with a fireplace, some arm chairs, wireless wi-fi, some tables and chairs in the front and back, you can also sit outside weather permitting. Located right on Lancaster Ave next to Bryn Mawr Trust and Jakes location is good for meeting people coming by car or train as it is a short walk from the station. Stop by sometime and have a cup of coffee or tea and take a few minutes to decompress from your day. Yes we have the new big Dunki... 09/06/2011

For many years we have had a store front Dunkin Donuts in Paoli, just across from the station. Today I was driving through and saw this brand new Drive Thru store, right next door to a well known real estate brand. These two Dunkin Donut stores are only a quarter of a mile apart and I hope that the owner of this one is the same as the owner of the old store, have not had a chance to check on that before writing this. We seem to be having a proliferation of Dunkin Donuts along the Main Line, like banks they seem to be on every corner or in every gas station. Whilst America struggles with obesity there is a chance every few miles to break your good habit and have something sweet and high calorie be it Dunkin Donuts or another fast food chain always in a mega-size. 07/21/2011