856 Sheridan Rd.

Welcome to 856 Sheridan Road! Perfection through and through in this stately East Winnetka brick home just steps from Lake Michigan and the beaches. Incredible space throughout, from the moment you walk into the two story marble entry. This home has it all, superb indoor and outdoor living spaces. Throughout the home you will find an abundance of architectural details, including built-in bookcases, cabinetry, dentil moldings, tray ceilings, recessed lighting, plantation shutters, hardwood floors, and so much more. The first floor is perfect for comfortable everyday living or gracious entertaining. As you walk into the beautiful two story entrance foyer with gleaming marble floor and custom inlaid mosaic tiles , to the left you enter into the large, open, sun-filled living room with adjoining office/library off to the side. To the right of the entrance foyer, you will find a well- proportioned dining room with hardwood floors and large bay window. Passing through the butler's pantry, the incredible De Giulio cook's dream gourmet kitchen, with CookTek commercial/industrial induction cook surface awaits you. This amazing open kitchen/family room space is loaded with top of the line appliances and amenities. There is a very attractive two-sided gas fireplace open to both the kitchen and family room. So welcoming! The kitchen and family room area looks out onto the private, lush, professionally landscaped backyard. The outdoor living space is truly special, with a large patio area extending across the back of the house, complete with a beautiful pergola covering the seating area around the exterior fireplace/chimney with a mounted television. At the opposite end of the patio is a large table space and outdoor grill area. Not to be missed is the soothing waterfall and brook. It doesn't get any better than this for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining! On the second floor of this special home you will find the large master suite and sitting area, two large walk-in closets, and a spa-like master bath. The master bath features heated floors, a smart television in the mirror, a soaking tub, steam shower, towel warmer and more. There are three more good sized bedrooms and two more beautifully updated full baths on the second floor. The third floor is a large, open space, ideal for a playroom, rec room, teen area, or office. The basement/lower level area was completely renovated in 2009, adding another level of fabulous living and entertaining space. There is an additional bedroom, full bath, kitchenette, exercise room, storage/mechanical room, and a spectacular wine room. Completing the first floor is another bedroom and full bath, laundry room, powder room, and pantry. The mudroom is conveniently adjacent to the attached three car garage, another coveted feature of this spectacular home. An extensive list of major improvements and updates is available. Nothing to do but move into this gem and make it your own oasis. An exceptional home!