916 PARK AVE Collingswood, NJ 08108

This beautiful 1916 Craftsman four square is conveniently located close to PATCO, downtown and parks. It was built by Charlie and Willie Meerwald - whose father had New Jersey's official Tall Ship, the A.J. Meerwald, built - and stayed in the Meerwald family for over 50 years. All that Collingswood has to offer is just a short walk from this historic gem. It has retained all of its original character, including 10 in. baseboard molding, chestnut woodwork, stained glass sidelights, cast iron radiators, wood windows, hardwood floors, French doors and brass light fixtures. The large living room features a coffered ceiling, stained glass, and built-in bookcases that flank a magnificent floor to ceiling custom brick fireplace. A newer kitchen retains the style of the house with bead board cabinets, soapstone countertop and oversize hood. The second floor features four recently renovated rooms with heart of pine floors and a spacious bathroom. But there's more! The completely finished third floor has two rooms with cozy alcoves and the full basement has an exterior door. Outside, you have your choice of three seating areas: the full-width front porch, a back deck, or a brick patio. From any of these comfortable settings you can enjoy the shade from the many mature trees and the large perennial gardens which bloom from spring through fall. The detached garage has electricity for indoor and outdoor lighting, an automatic garage door, and outlets. And there's plenty of room for games, or just star gazing, in the back of this large lot. It is not hard to see why this home was selected to be on the Proud Neighbors of Collingswood House Tour in 2004, and it has only gotten better since then.