718 Park Ave.

A long tree-lined drive leads to this beautiful and newer (2004) brick & limestone 5+1 bedroom/7.2 bath exclusive east Winnetka home with welcoming circular drive. Custom built and designed by North Shore's renowned Leigh Gignilliant, 718 Park Avenue offers over 6,500 square feet of impeccably designed interiors on 2 floors plus an extensive finished basement with above ground views! Situated on .6 lush acres with lovely limestone patios with pergolas, a separate gas firepit & grilling patio, and a sprawling fenced hardscape-walled backyard with iron gates. This private oasis is unparalleled!!! Inside is impressive, offering a dramatic 2-story entry foyer and gracious layout with an easy flow between generously-sized main rooms. Gleaming hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, custom 8' solid core doors, custom moldings, millwork & wainscoting, airy wood-beamed ceilings & 8 gas fireplaces heighten the allure. Lounge with guests in the inviting living room with French doors to Juliette balconies overlooking gorgeous grounds. A wainscoted dining room with herringbone wood floors and elegant fireplace, butler's pantry, stunning open-concept custom chef's kitchen with premium-grade appliances, and sun-filled breakfast room with glass doors to the patio make hosting seamless. The warm and impressive (18' x 23') handsome cherry-walled library is complimented by a wall of custom built-ins, magnificent stone fireplace, herringbone patterned hardwood flooring and multiple exterior French doors. Relax in the 2-story family room with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, custom entertainment center & multiple French doors to its sprawling patio. Its bright sunroom with travertine flooring offers additional coveted space and backyard views. A luxurious primary bedroom retreat boasts a magnificent center crystal chandelier, a lovely fireplace flanked by crystal sconces, tall arched windows, and his & her custom walk-in closets. The master bathroom has a walk-in steam shower, lush Whirlpool spa tub, custom vanities, and radiant heated floors. 4 additional 2nd floor bedrooms are all ensuite, including a private 2nd floor guest suite with sky-lit marble bath. A large and well-outfitted laundry room is also conveniently located on this 2nd floor. The lower level extends the comfort with a large recreational room with brick fireplace and outside views, kitchenette, home theater with 100" screen & 8 power recliner theater seats, handsome Ralph Loren inspired billiards room with fireplace, gym or 6th bedroom, temperature controlled 1500-bottle wine cellar, 2 full baths & additional laundry room. Other highlights are a mudroom with half bath, 2 laundry rooms, front and back staircases to all 3 levels, custom-outfitted closets, state-of-the-art updated mechanicals, central vacuum, a 3-car radiant heated attached garage with epoxy flooring, gas generator, slate roof with copper gutters, professional landscaping with in-ground irrigation. The list goes on! Not to be missed is the lovely sidewalk path and cut through, adjacent to the property, that leads to Prospect Avenue, town and train. Rarely does such a compelling and extraordinary residence like this become available......just steps to Lake Michigan, public beaches, parks, town and the Metra.