This exquisite end-unit townhome is better than a model home! Designed by renowned City Architect Harman Deutsch and built by Philadelphia Magazine's Design Home Builder, this stunning and welcoming home was customized by the current owners with gorgeous style and design elements throughout. As you walk up the stately front steps, capped with custom blue stone slate, you will enter the home through the oversized mahogany front door into the main living space. Here you will be greeted by soaring 10 high ceilings that provide an open and spacious feel as well as plenty of natural light, stylish paint colors, and oversized trim moldings. The living room offers warmth of gorgeous wide-plank hickory wood floors, an elegant coffered ceiling, recessed lighting, and enormous, plentiful Jeld-Wen energy-efficient windows. The flowing floor plan leads you into the dining room, which offers the comfort and elegance of wainscoting trim, stunning chandelier and wall sconces. The open concept showcases the beautiful and functional eat-in kitchen equipped with Stainless steel Kitchen Aid appliances, convection gas range, Sharp drawer microwave, and island seating. The full-height white, shaker-style cabinetry offers soft close drawers and doors and sophisticated crown moldings and the countertops are modern white Quartz with complimenting Carrara marble backsplash. Opposite the island is an attractive serving bar, featuring a beverage refrigerator, an abundance of cabinetry, some with glass doors, all aesthetically pleasing while providing plenty of storage. A full size pantry closet and powder room can also be found on this main floor. Off the kitchen, at the rear of the home, you will find an oversized sliding door that leads out to the lovely outside private yard - perfect for enjoying the natural outdoor elements. Heading up the hardwood stairs to the second floor, you will find a large front bedroom with views of the tree adorned street and access to the hall bath which features a stunning tile shower, with seamless glass shower door and vessel sink. Down the hallway is a quiet back bedroom with custom built-in closets and a private bath featuring a jetted tub-shower and Kohler fixtures . There is a convenient hall laundry room that offers charm and function with cabinetry and countertop. The Grande third floor owners suite features a continuation of the beautiful wide-plank wood floors, calming color scheme, chandelier and wall sconces, and two generous walk-in-closets. The luxurious full bath is customized with separate vanities and a custom tiled shower with rain-showerhead and frameless glass enclosure as well as a private commode room. The owner's suite also offers a private deck where you can begin your day with a cup of coffee or breath of fresh air! From this level, ascend the final set of stairs to tower atop the private rooftop deck with breathtaking views of the Philadelphia skyline, while listening to your choice of music from the built-in speakers. Wait till you see the sunrise and the sunset...truly a calming oasis. Were not done yet! The finished lower level provides a large flex room with custom floor-to-ceiling mirrors, a second powder room and direct access to the private garage with additional storage. This home offers a handsome paver stone driveway, surround sound, central vac system, energy-efficient, dual zone HVAC, tankless gas water heater, and so much more! And there is still over 4 years left on the tax abatement! Germany Hills is a unique and beautiful section of Roxborough/Manayunk - it's quiet, close to public transportation, walkable, with a feel of suburban living, close to bars, restaurants & parks, and mesmerizing views!