186 Woodlawn Ave.

Beautifully expanded & remodeled English cottage style colonial with tremendous charm yet upgraded & updated with all of today's desirable amenities. Jeff Harding & John Toniolo designed addition incorporates a gorgeous high-end white eat-in kitchen featuring inset Chester & Chester cabinetry w/ honed granite counters, farm sink, lg work island w/ prep sink & built-in Gaggenau steamer, all high end SS chef's appliances including Thermador dbl ovens & 48" range, Miele DW, custom breakfast nook w/ built-in seating & all open to the stunning & sun filled family room feat 2 full walls of floor-to-ceiling windows & dbl French doors, beamed ceiling, wainscoting, WBFP w/ marble surround & custom mantle. A classically designed Butler's pantry connects to the original DR providing additional glamour, display, storage & serving space w/ its own wine fridge, Bosch DW, walk-in pantry + two additional hidden storage closets. Addition also includes a fabulous mud room w/ poured concrete counters, tons of functional storage & plumbing that can be converted to an addl' laundry area, access to the glass enclosed, climate controlled greenhouse, a rear foyer & separate vestibule w/ built-in bench w/ a "dirty door" & attached, heated garage. Spectacular primary suite w/ its own double door entry & priv balcony, exquisite marble bath w/ heated floors, walk-in shower w/ rain head & steam + lighting & speakers, large whirlpool tub, double sink vanity & outfitted custom WIC. Bdrm 2 has a WBFP w/ marble surround, sitting rm w/ built-in desk, organized WIC & Ann Sachs glass tile adorned hallway full bath, bdrm 3 is ensuite w/ its own organized WIC & neutral bath w/ marble basket weave floor & subway style wainscoting, plus a finished attic w/ sunny bdrm 4 & full bath. Other amazing features include a coveted & convenient 2nd floor laundry rm, 1st floor library w/ handsome knotty pine built-ins, gloriously oversized & gracious formal living room & dining room both with crown molding & chair rail detailing, an extra deep basement under the addition - plumbed for a full bath, masonry WBFP, large rec room & tremendous storage space. Last but not least, this home features a magnificent, Botanic Gardens worthy yard & gardens featuring custom & dramatic water features, extensive plantings creating romantic covered paths, fairytale walkways, serene sitting areas, raised garden beds, a brick paver patio... even the gated paver driveway gives storybook vibes. Truly too many thoughtful touches & delightful details to list. Located just steps from Lake Michigan, downtown Winnetka & Glencoe, don't miss this lovely home - a genuine pleasure to show.