4812 KENNETT PIKE Wilmington, DE 19807
5 Beds
7 Baths
10,095 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 10,095 sqft
Price per Sqft $663
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID DENC2111856
Style French
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 10,095
Year Built 1928
Annual Tax Amount $25,854
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 7.050 Acres
Acres 7.05
Lot Dimensions 302.00 x 957.90
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Envisioned by renowned "jazz-age" architect Albert Ely Ives, celebrated for his work on the Winterthur Museum and Gibraltar manse, Chevannes was directly inspired by the original du Pont French homestead, Bois-des-Fosses. Ives crafted a masterclass in French provincial grandeur featuring stucco over solid masonry, limestone quoined corners, and a unique circular floor plan. Construction was originally overseen by H. Rodney Sharp to guarantee the era's highest standards. To ensure absolute authenticity, chestnut seeds were brought directly from the French ancestral estate to create a formal allée on the grounds—a breathtaking feature that endures today alongside a meticulously executed walled rose garden.
A comprehensive, top-tier exterior restoration has preserved the exceptional 1920s craftsmanship while introducing world-class modern amenities. The estate's four original chimneys and two imported 1926 French fountains have been fully restored, while original wood windows were revived with copper stripping, brass window screens, and internal shutter mechanisms. The 7+ private acres are fully secured by new 6-to-8-foot metal fencing and an expansive irrigation system. Outdoor resort living takes center stage with a new heated salt-water pool, a sprawling 3,000-square-foot stamped patio with an elegant gazebo, and an outdoor bistro complete with a premium pizza oven. Positioned privately above the well house is a newly created, 200-square-foot climate-controlled fitness studio.
Inside, the residence has been masterfully renovated down to the studs, blending period-appropriate luxury with elite finishes such as Buster & Punch solid brass switches, House of Rohl metal faucets, Victoria & Albert basins and tubs, and fully restored original chandeliers. The magnificent French kitchen features radiant heated floors and an integrated 4K projector for entertainment, while the adjacent butler's pantry retains its original 1926 walk-in safe. The home offers five newly designed, lavish bedroom suites, each featuring custom tile work and heated en-suite floors, highlighted by an opulent primary sanctuary boasting two expansive custom walk-in closets.
Behind the historic plaster and stone lies a completely modernized, high-tech infrastructure designed for ultimate convenience and security. The entire estate is powered by a 1GB wireless network with iPad controls managing climate, sound, and security, accompanied by a multi-zone Sonos sound system throughout the main levels and a state-of-the-art KEF Atmos home theatre. Modern mechanicals include 99.9% re-wired electrical systems, a new 3-zone High Velocity air-conditioning system, and a restored original 1.2 million BTU steam heating system with wireless app controls. Comprehensive security is ensured via property-wide tracking cameras, an ADT alarm, and a custom walk-in panic room in the finished basement constructed with solid concrete and 21-inch steel plates. Chevannes offers an extraordinarily rare opportunity to own a fully reimagined piece of American aristocracy. Viewings by Private Appointment Only.
Location
State DE
County New Castle
Area Hockssn/Greenvl/Centrvl (30902)
Zoning S
Direction Northwest
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Other, Office, Media Room, Conservatory Room, Primary Bathroom
Basement Partial, Walkout Stairs
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Elevator, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System, Wood Floors, Attic
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Radiator, Steam, Radiant
Cooling Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
Flooring Tile/Brick, Wood
Fireplaces Number 4
Inclusions All appliances
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator
Fireplace Y
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s), Terrace
Parking Features Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Garage Spaces 6.0
Fence Other
Pool In Ground
Utilities Available Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Cable TV Available
Water Access N
View Courtyard
Roof Type Tile
Accessibility Elevator
Porch Patio(s), Terrace
Total Parking Spaces 6
Garage Y
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description Open, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Secluded, Front Yard
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Above Ground Finished SqFt 10095
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Well
Architectural Style French
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
School District Red Clay Consolidated
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 07-023.00-020
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 10095
Security Features Exterior Cameras,Motion Detectors,Security Gate,Security System,Monitored
Horse Property N
Special Listing Condition Standard
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