676 Longwood Ave.

Magnificent unobstructed lakefront views provide a spectacular setting for this custom built East Coast inspired home with a welcoming wraparound front porch and over $500,000 of enhancements. Set on .5 acres of professionally landscaped property on one of Glencoe's most desirable streets. From the moment you enter, you will be impressed by a 2 story octangular foyer. Hardwood flooring, sun-filled rooms, timeless architectural details and custom built-ins throughout. Completely renovated open concept eat-in kitchen (2017) features lake views, 2 expansive islands with concrete counter tops, both with seating, top of the line stainless steel appliances, 2 dishwashers, a 6 burner stove with a griddle and custom hood, Wolf double ovens and a generously sized eat-in area with a large custom table and banquette. The kitchen is open to a light-filled huge family room with lake views, a custom surround concrete fireplace and custom built-ins. Wonderful for entertaining, the doors from the family room open to the large front porch. There is also a cozy tv/living room and additional office space off the kitchen. The main floor with its access to the porch, expansive size kitchen and lakefront views make is a wonderful space for family gatherings, and intimate or large parties. Generously sized dining room and large office with custom built ins also have views of the lake. Feel the cool lakefront breezes while you work from your home office with doors that open to the wrap around porch. New (2023) fantastic super sized laundry room/mudroom with folding space, ss sink, tons of custom cabinetry, closets, cubbies and an elegant powder room complete the main floor. The second story features an extraordinary primary bedroom /bathroom renovation (2023) is a peaceful sanctuary. Magnificent views of the lake, balcony, custom surround fireplace, huge separate his and hers closets with custom built-ins. A luxurious primary spa like bathroom with a floating tub, radiant heated Thassos marble floors, a huge stone walled shower with a bench and separate vanities with quartz counter tops. Start the day with coffee over looking the sunrise or relax at the end of the day with a glass of wine watching the sunset. Three additional spacious bedrooms all with walk-in closets, 1 en suite and 2 with a shared bathroom. Space for either an additional office or a 2nd floor laundry room complete the 2nd level. Back and front stair cases. Fully finished English basement with lots of natural light, a huge rec room, an exercise area a full and a half bath, updated 5th bedroom (2023), an additional office space and tons of storage complete the lower level. Indoor pool with multiple skylights creates a fabulous additional space for year round entertainment. If that is not enough, this home also includes a fully finished coach house with a kitchen, family room and an en suite bedroom, a big walk in closet and laundry. Location and lake views like no other without the crazy high lakefront property taxes and bluff maintenance. Close proximity to everything that Glencoe has to offer~the beach, parks, award-winning schools, public transportation, the village with its popular restaurants and boutique shops, Writers Theatre, The Takiff Community Center and much more. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy. Welcome to 676 Longwood Avenue. Welcome home. Additional update: New cedar roof(2023).