$1,099,000 Northbrook 3BR 3.5BA, Custom designed by one of in Northbrook, Illinois
Custom designed by one of Chicagoland?s noted architects Sheldon Hill, no expense was spared in creating this one-of-a-kind masterpiece ? oversized windows are everywhere brilliantly capturing panoramic green views in every direction and almost all rooms open to gorgeous outdoor patios making it feel like you?re in the midst of a blissful botanical garden! A long bluestone and brick bordered walkway leads up to this private enclave. Double doors open wide to reveal a sensational sun-filled front courtyard filled with climbing greeneries, exotic trees and numerous patio areas providing a perfect place for entertaining or for just relaxing & reading the morning paper. Floor-to-ceiling glass galleries encompass the courtyard bringing fabulous vistas inside the entire home. A beautifully pillared portico with imported mahogany and beveled glass door welcomes guests into the light-filled foyer with dramatic vaulted ceilings. Step into the wonderful family room and see more architecturally exciting beamed & vaulted ceilings. Glass doors open to a private patio/garden area and there is an inviting fireplace and built-in media center. And all of this opens to the fabulous kitchen! Vaulted, skylit ceilings continue through to the large gourmet kitchen. Attractive 42? cabinetry & corian counters abound and there are professional appliances including SubZero. A large granite center island is perfect for cooking and entertaining alike and there is a pantry and a convenient planning center, too. Entertain large parties with ease in the nearby banquet-sized dining room. Trayed coffered ceilings add to the charming ambiance & more glass doors open to yet another private patio/garden area. An adjacent serving area with pretty cherry cabinetry is right around the corner which has a wet bar and beverage fridge. More coffered ceilings grace the living room which is large enough to include a generous sitting area, an office area as well as a baby grand piano. Striking English Kirkstone surrounds the fireplace and is flanked by handsome cherry cabinetry; matching millwork and hardwood floors with walnut inlay create a distinctive club-like appearance. More glass doors open to a bluestone patio & a soothing fountain-filled pond with seeming unending views of the lovely grounds. There are three large, executive-sized bedrooms all with their own individual baths. The master suite is a romantic retreat unto itself and located in its own separate wing. Glass doors open to and overlook the enclosed front courtyard and there is a sensational bath/dressing area with ?his and hers? closets & built-in dressers. The luxurious spa-like bath has it all?jacuzzi, glass enclosed shower and lavatory, bidet, make-up area and spectacular French limestone everywhere. The laundry room is conveniently located on the main level and there is a three car attached side-load garage. The large lower level can be finished for additional living space. Custom stone patterned flooring with tumbled marble borders is throughout the galleries & dining room; recessed lighting is throughout the entire home. This all-on-one-floor beauty has it all?wonderful design, large square footage, updated amenities and breathtaking views of the exquisite landscaping in each and every direction making this truly an exceptional place to call home!Listing originally posted at http