Listing Description
Welcome Home! Nestled in a picturesque village setting, this custom home offers a seamless finish throughout, a functional floor plan for today's lifestyle, boasts many recent updates and meticulous attention to detail throughout. A welcoming front covered porch invites you into this lovely home featuring 2-story foyer, hardwood floors, large kitchen & family room and an abundance of natural light. The 2-story family room truly captivates with a stunning wall of windows framing the panoramic backyard views, and a majestic floor-to-ceiling fireplace functions as a beautiful focal point in this home. An epicurean's delight, the chef's kitchen features well done updates including quartz countertops (2019), subway tile backsplash (2019) highlights the custom cabinetry & new hardware, Thermador 5-burner gas cooktop (2019) and SS hood (2019), KitchenAid SS Refrigerator (2019), undermount SS Sink (2019). Entertaining is a delight with this spacious center island and breakfast bar, while the eating area is perfect for casual dining. Formal living and dining rooms, and a first-floor home office round out the main level of this lovely home! At day's end, indulge in the tranquility of the master retreat, featuring a serene sitting area, custom walk-in closets, and a spa-like ensuite bath complete with a walk-in shower and a luxurious BainUltra tub. This luxurious primary also boasts two large walk-in closets and a generous sitting room. Also upstairs there are three additional bedrooms, including an ensuite, a "Jack & Jill" bath, and a second-floor full laundry room for added convenience. The finished, English style basement, is an entertainment mecca with a large recreation room with beautiful coffered ceiling detail, a cozy gas fireplace, and a well-appointed full wet bar with custom cabinetry, granite counters, and a separate wine closet. A full bath and exercise room offer incredible flexibility for a fifth bedroom option, and the separate game or craft area is perfect for ongoing projects or a fun kid-zone! Outside, discover your own private oasis in the extra-deep fenced yard, featuring a spacious deck, brick paver patio w/fire pit, gazebo, a serene koi pond, fenced gardens and lush mature landscaping. A few notable more recent updates include Trane furnace & A/C (2019), AprilAire humidifier (2023), Bradford White 75-gallon water heater (2022), garage heater (2022), exterior coach lights (2023), new asphalt driveway (2022) & concrete ribbons (2022), new perimeter fencing (2020) & landscape updates (2022), fresh exterior and interior paint (2020-2024), concrete pad & TUFF Shed (2020) added to backyard. Enjoy the ultimate convenience of living close in proximity to Barrington Metra Station, Citizen's Park, Cuba Marsh Nature Preserve with walking & biking trails, Barrington Area Library, Barrington Park District, Village shopping, hip dining & coffee shops, Farmer's Market and top-rated Barrington Schools!