Private Glen Ellyn Stunner In Gated Setting Hits Market At $1.8M

GLEN ELLYN, IL — If the notion of living in a private, gated setting with a spacious lot and plenty of upscale finishes has been on the wish list for Glen Ellyn-area house hunters, then this immaculate home just may bring the search to an end.

With more than 5,800 square feet of living space, this six-bedroom, seven-bath home features amazing curb appeal and so much more.

The architectural appeal of the property is noticeable from the second prospective owners who lay eye on the home for the first time. The home features classic touches such as hardwood floors, coffered ceilings, and amazing finishes throughout the property.

The home boasts a lovely private dining room, a chef's kitchen with top-notch appliances, and a breakfast area that provides the perfect setting for morning coffee. The master suite must be seen to be believed and features his and hers bathrooms that are all part of a private retreat that provide plenty of privacy.

The lower level walks out to the screened porch and the gardens and shared the same wonderful view as the main level. Even with all the finished space, there are two enormous unfinished areas perfect for future finishing or storage. The garage has enough room for three cars.

• Address: 636 Oak Street, Glen Ellyn, IL
• Price: $1,800,000
• Square feet: 5,861
• Bedrooms: 6
• Bathrooms: 7
• Listing Description: This luxurious home is ready for the most particular buyers. This incomparable custom-built estate is situated on 1.15 private acres in beautiful Glen Ellyn. The setting is remarkable with mature trees and views of nature from every window. As you pull through the gated entry and pull up the brick paver drive you see the grand brick and stone exterior and cedar shake roof. The gorgeous entry is the perfect invitation into the generous living space. Excellent architectural design and quality craftsmanship is evident in its classic proportions with high custom tray and coffered ceilings, rich crown moldings, hardwood floors, wide hallways, and a functional floorplan. The foyer opens into an elegantly expansive great room perfect for entertaining, complete with tray ceilings, custom woodwork, floor to ceilings windows, and a built-in bar plus an elegant fireplace which are a bonus to this exquisite room. The elegant formal dining room has tray ceilings, tall windows, more built-ins, and a butlers pantry. The kitchen is a chef's delight boasting an abundance of custom cabinets that are over 3.5 ft tall, recessed lighting, a fabulous island, a double oven, a side-by-side refrigerator, and a large walk-in pantry. One can truly appreciate the eating area/breakfast room with custom ceilings, built-ins, and views of the gardens. The master suite is a dream with its spacious bedroom, raised custom ceilings, and his and hers separate bathrooms both featuring their own separate tub and shower plus walk-in closets. No expense was spared with the amazing master wing of this glorious estate. Located in the same wing as the master suite is the en suite bedroom, a powder room, and a study featuring herringbone pattern floors, French doors to the terrace plus access to the master suite. In the second wing, you will find another grand hallway with two more spacious bedrooms and a full bath. Both bedrooms feature double closets and access to the full bath and one with a cozy yet elegant fireplace. Just beyond the back hall with a skylight is the large laundry room with built-ins, access to the garage, and a conveniently located powder room. The service entrance can be accessed on this end of the house as well. The full walk-out basement with radiant heat floors is a whole other level of living space featuring a family room with wood burning fireplace, a second full custom kitchen with all the appliances including an eating area, and a game room perfect for family/friend game nights. This lower-level space would be perfect for an in-law arrangement with its two very large guest bedrooms and full bath. The lower level walks out to the screened porch and the gardens and shared the same wonderful view as the main level. Even with all the finished space, there are two enormous unfinished areas perfect for future finishing or storage. The garage holds 3 cars! The beautiful gardens and trees feature outdoor lighting. Zoned heating and cooling. Back up generator. This home is one of the finest single-family residences available in Glen Ellyn!

Listed by: Heidi Peterson, Re/Max Plaza

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