608 S Grove Ave., Barrington, IL 60010

One hundred and eleven years have passed by the front porch of this 5 BR 3.1/2 bath, 1914 Craftsman home in the middle of Downtown Barrington. Sidewalk close to Blue Ribbon Schools, shopping, parks, restaurants and the metra line to Downtown Chicago, This bright and cheery home was completely renovated in a "money is no object" style with solid cherrywood floors and stairs, a new kitchen, baths, plumbing, wiring, HVAC, and an addition that included an open concept great room with a coffered ceiling, a split granite and mortar raised hearth fireplace, a lower level game room, two below grade bedroom/office spaces (one en suite) a hobby room and large laundry. The first floor Primary bedroom is spacious and just a few steps to that first cup of coffee. The beautiful two landing staircase takes you to the second floor that features a full bath,two large and unique bedrooms that have lots of storage in the eaves that could lend itself to an opportunity for expansion. There is also a study space that would make any student want to do their homework. All this, a 2 1/2 car garage and a yard that will make the 4 seasons' cleanups a breeze. Surrounded by some of the highest priced homes in the Northwest suburbs, owning this home will make you wish you had another hundred years to spend on its front porch, watching the world go by. Sold in PLN.