427 W Park Ave.

THIS IS A SHOW-STOPPER! Get ready to experience historic charm blended with modern elegance. This exceptional Gordon Van Tines built gem is truly one of a kind! From the original French Normandy details the sellers have preserved to the modern tasteful finishes, updates and renovations, you will be impressed from the moment you arrive! Before you enter this amazing home and fall in love, take notice of the beautiful brick framing and custom stone steps leading you inside. From there, step through the custom arch-angled door and discover everything this incredible home has to offer. Bright and open concept layout with hardwood floors that gleam throughout! The inviting family room has a cozy wood burning fireplace with sliding barn wood doors to conveniently cover the TV and entertainment system when desired. The space flows effortlessly into the AMAZING kitchen, with no expense spared! Cooking will be a dream with new Liebherr high-end fridge and freezer, impressive La Cornue oven/stove with a handcrafted range hood, decor harvested Knotty Alder cabinets, black Brazilian soap stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large refinished 1940's antique farmhouse sink and a breakfast bar. WOW! There is also a separate dining room, perfect for entertaining guests. Next, make your way down the inviting hallway with decorative wainscoting and wall accents to see the two spacious bedrooms, both with walk-in closets, and a full bath that features a Clawfoot tub, and barn wood shelving. The bright and impressive staircase has a hidden barn wood storage bin and leads up to the private master oasis. This spacious master bedroom boasts sliding barn doors, built-in barn wood accent shelves, vaulted ceiling, a ceiling fan, extra storage space and a private en suite with a shower, tub and heated flooring. That's not all! The large partially finished basement continues to impress with a laundry room, 4th bedroom or playroom, full bath, plenty of storage, and tons of space for endless possibilities! Completing this breathtaking home is a 2 1/2 car garage, storage shed and a large, fenced in and lush backyard that is a gardener's paradise! This relaxing oasis features many native plants and trees including Oaks, White Pine, Elderberry, Goldenrod, Aster, Lila, Willow, Maple, Magnolia, Crab Apple, Juniper and Arbor Vitae and Lilac. Just behind the yard you will find the North Shore Bike and Hiking Path. This trail runs for nearly 8 miles between Lake Bluff and Mundelein with access to scenic Lake Michigan, gorgeous nature views and parks! This great home is perfectly located right by downtown Libertyville and only a 10 minute walk to the train station. Nearby shopping, dining, entertainment and much, much more! SO MANY updates including $50K in stone work and tuck pointing done on the exterior, newer garage door and other updates to the garage structure, copper piping, electrical updates, completely remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, re-glazed windows, newer furnace/central AC, newer roof (2014), water heater (2014), sump pump (2014) and on and on! Don't miss this INCREDIBLE and RARE opportunity!