Tanglewood, a historic estate with eight bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms, is available for sale in Cheyney.

Set on seven private acres, it was rented by F. Scott Fitzgerald in 1923 and 1924 and was also used by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to meet with Bayard Rustin.

Among the many highlights are the living room with marble fireplace and cozy library with stone fireplace and wood stove.

A study leads to the front courtyard and rear of the home, while the dining room also offers a fireplace. The open kitchen space includes top-of-the-line appliances and a large island with seating.

Three separate staircases lead to the second floor that features a master bedroom suite with private bathroom, play/recreation room, three additional bedrooms with full baths, a sitting room, office, and laundry room. The third floor has four more bedrooms, a full bath, and a walk-in attic.

The property also includes a carriage house with in-law suite and a one-car garage set on beautifully landscaped gardens.

Read and see more of this house at 701 Cheyney Road, listed for $1,290,000, on Realtor.com here.

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