Listing Description
This is your opportunity to call this sprawling, one of a kind Lannon Stone English Cottage in one of Elmhurst's most desirable locations, home. A brick paver walkway surrounded by mature landscaping welcomes you to a vintage front door (complete with the original mail slot!) that opens up to a bright foyer. An expansive, gracious formal Living Room dripping in natural sunlight welcomes you and is complemented by a wood burning fireplace. Gorgeous, custom stained hardwood floors that flow throughout the house lead you to a spacious formal Dining Room. To your left resides an exquisitely designed and executed gourmet kitchen featuring every chef's dream - impeccable custom cabinetry, top end Taj Mahal Suede Quartzite countertops and top of the line integrated appliances - Wolf Steam and Convection Ovens, 5ft Galley Workstation sink with two faucets, Subzero refrigerator and freezer drawers, Cove dishwasher, Miele Built-In Coffee System and a Zip Water HydroTap which prepares filtered and instant hot, cold and sparkling water. An elegant powder room provides the perfect space to freshen up before heading to your gracious, window wrapped family room, featuring a second wood burning fireplace and access to your screened in porch. Two large bedrooms, a full, retro designed bathroom, and massive laundry room complete the first floor. Upstairs features a modernized primary suite, a third fireplace and an en-suite spa-like bathroom experience. A benched steam shower and quartzite countertops, marble floors, custom drawer inserts for accessory organization, water closet, indirect southern exposure and western sunsets. The light filled second floor also has two large bedrooms and a full bathroom to share. The large unfinished basement is a blank canvas to build or dig out, with rough plumbing already installed; or perfect for storage or winter bike and scooter riding. This is a rare opportunity to own a charming vintage Elmhurst home that has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated. This stunning home offers nearly 3,500 square feet of living space (plus more blank space!) and an attached two car garage on historic Cottage Hill, steps from downtown Elmhurst, the Elmhurst Library, Wilder Park, the Prairie Path, Farmer's Market, and just minutes from 3 top rated Elmhurst public schools. Easy access to Route 83, 290, 294, 80 and easy commute to O'Hare.