414 Essex Rd.

Classic Nantucket-inspired custom built home (2010) with beautiful curb appeal set on a spacious, professionally landscaped lot in a sought after East Kenilworth location, close to Sears School, New Trier High School, Lake Michigan and the Metra. Thoughtfully designed by Steve Munson and meticulously executed by S & H Builders, this lovely 6 BR/6.3 BA home combines exquisite architectural detailing and high end finishes with all the features and amenities of a new construction home. As you walk through the front door, you are welcomed by an exceptional entry hall with handsome staircase and stunning views through the home to a wall of French doors and windows overlooking the rear yard. No detail has been overlooked inside or outside. Superb floor plan features a sun-drenched living room with gorgeous wood-burning fireplace and a striking bay of curved windows, a bright dining room with a whimsical butler's pantry for entertaining, a gem of a 1st floor office with cork wall covering and a fabulous pair of custom designed doors, and an exquisite sun-filled kitchen/breakfast room/family room with classic cabinetry, large center island with seating, built-in planning desk, cool pendants and expansive views of the stunning bluestone patio, outdoor fireplace and private back yard. The adjoining family room is beautifully decorated and features a wood-burning fireplace flanked by custom built-ins and tons of windows with abundant natural light and great views. Amazing mudroom (with custom cubbies and private powder room) with back entrance leads to the patio and oversized heated two-car garage with additional two-car parking pad. The second floor has four nicely scaled sun-filled bedrooms, one with a private balcony, each with an ensuite bath, including a serene primary suite with a crisp white marble spa bath, large soaking tub and separate custom dressing rooms. The spacious second floor landing with built-in bookshelves feels like a cozy library and is the perfect spot to curl up on a daybed with a book! The third floor has an exceptional 5th bedroom suite with a full bath and plenty of closets, a sunny family room/hangout area and a convenient separate powder room. The lower level includes a spacious recreation room with wood-burning fireplace and an awesome custom-designed western bar, music room/office, exercise room, wine cellar, 6th bedroom plus full bath and a large storage room with direct access to the back yard. Ideally located just a short walk to the beach, Sears School, New Trier, parks and the Metra.