Zen is the word that best describes this phenomenal custom designed ranch home with finished Walk-Out Lower Level. A canopied drive greets you as you approach and the koi pond sets the stage for the calmness that this property embodies. Bamboo floors grace the entire first floor of the home and all doors are designed with opaque screens that allow for an ambient lighting from behind. The cathedral ceiling Family Room with stacked stone fireplace is enhanced with a full wall of sliders that offer sweeping waterfront views across the Brazilian teak deck. A formal Dining Room pairs perfectly with this layout as the flow winds on either side of the elegant fireplace and into the Kitchen. A full wall sliding door graces the Dining Room and is perfect as you entertain your dinner guests out onto the wraparound deck. The sleek and streamlined Kitchen boasts granite counters and backsplash, custom cabinetry with lit beveled glass doors. The high end appliances are all Stainless steel and feature brands such as "Wolf 6 burner w/grill gas stove, Sub-Zero and Miele brands". The breakfast room is inviting and has sliding doors to the opposite side of the deck to catch either morning sun or shaded evening cocktails. There is an enormous walk in pantry with windows. The formal powder room boasts a wall mount toilet & Stainless steel vessel sink. The Primary Bedroom is romantic in design with pendant lights, full wall closet with custom mirrored soft close drawers and a sliding glass door to access the teak deck. The Primary Bathroom rivals any spa with a large soaker tub, travertine finishes, dual rectangular "Kohler" vessel sinks, a floating vanity, beveled glass cabinetry and an enormous steam shower with rainfall head and body sprayer highlighted by a frameless shower door design. This suite retreat is the perfect balance of harmony and balance. The bamboo floors flow effortlessly into the additional spacious bedrooms with great closet space. Hall bathroom is a fabulous compartmented design with tub/shower boasting a natural pebble design and an elegant vanity with 2 vessel sinks and wall mounted faucets. Your guests wil find themselves right at home. The full finished walk-out lower level is amazing! The recreation room has a full wall fireplace and the projector TV, screen and surround sound will stay. An additional huge bedroom with windows and an updated full bath are added bonuses! The rec room opens up to a private covered aggregate patio which you can access the wrap around deck from both sides of the house with 2 separate sets of stairs. There is a extremely large work shop with built in counters and and additional garage with overhead door that opens up to the backyard - great for storing your lawn tractor, gardening tools, kayaks, bicycles, etc. This allows you to keep the 2+ car garage open for your automobiles. The Brazilian teak wrap around deck was designed and built to remain one with nature. The arched area of the deck has glass panels for clear views across the water and the remainder of the deck features metal rope railings to blend in with the surrounding nature, both ends of the deck feature sets of stairs with one going directly to a large mulched dog run. The large garden is fenced and has raised planting beds for cultivating your own harvest. Open grassy areas, wooded backdrops & meandering flagstone walkways access other areas of this 2 acres of solitude. Whether its gardening, sitting on the deck, enjoying your family while playing yard games, a serene kayak on your own pond, fishing or just watching the wildlife that abounds near and over the water - this is the perfect oasis to call home. A home this sleek in a setting like this doesn't come along too often. You are also a couple minutes to the miles of Lakewood Forest preserve, sledding hill, dog park and more! Please see complete list for updates.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

September 10, 2024 — 11 days ago

Listing Office:

Baird & Warner, Valerie Campbell (847-917-3482)

Office Phone:

847-917-3482

MLS ID:

12158642

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This listing courtesy of:
Baird & Warner, Valerie Campbell

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