$2,195,000

Extraordinary Architecture, Beauty, Warmth & Location! Situated on an unique 100 X 144 extra wide lot in prestigious central Wilmette, this beautiful 5 bedroom custom built home will leave you spellbound! Designed in 2005 by renowned local architect, Orren Pickell, this home was built with every detail in mind! The minute you enter the large foyer, you are awed by the gorgeous curved archways, the high ceilings and gorgeous gallery hallway with barrel ceiling. The spectacular great room with rich stone fireplace and incredible expanse of windows that bring in a flood of sunlight is the perfect gathering spot for family and friends. French doors open to the newly expanded bluestone patio and gorgeous backyard. The Chef's kitchen is designed to meet the needs of even the most discerning culinary enthusiast, enjoying high end appliances, large center island, two dishwashers, separate beverage refrigerator, newly expanded windows, new designer lighting fixtures and an abundance of custom cabinetry! The adjacent casual dining area is surrounded by windows overlooking the backyard gardens and has access to the second bluestone patio with gas grill, making barbecuing and outdoor entertaining a snap! The adjoining butler's pantry featuring stunning copper countertop and sink, wine refrigerator and beautiful upper glass cabinetry opens to the elegant entertainment size dining room. After a delicious dinner, retire to the private, adult living room, the perfect inside/outside space with French doors opening to another bluestone patio and fire pit! The first floor also enjoys a custom planning room with built-in desk, laundry, informal powder room and large custom mudroom with six floor to ceiling cubbies that opens to the attached 2 car garage, providing everything your family needs, including an additional side entrance to the mudroom! A charming formal powder room and sizable front coat closet are ideally located off the foyer. An attractive staircase leads to the impressive second floor with wide hallway, 4 ensuite bedrooms, double-sized office, romantic balcony, convenient second laundry room and secret hideaway fort! The luxurious primary suite enjoys a tray ceiling, private balcony overlooking the backyard, large walk-in closet and luxe bath with heated floors, 2 distinct vanities, large linen closet, separate Jacuzzi tub and robust shower. French doors open from the suite to a double-spaced office with balcony, the perfect in-home work space or additional 5th bedroom. See if you can find the hidden passageway and fort, a true child's delight or incredible second floor hidden storage! The finished lower level is the year-round place to have fun! An attractive vestibule opens to the spacious 35X24 rec room with high ceilings and handsome brick fireplace offering several seating or game area options. The fifth bedroom is currently being used as an awesome craft room that enjoys an adjoining full bath. Talk about storage! There are 3 large storage rooms plus a large convenient storage closet. In every season, this home's exterior will take your breath away! The extra large fenced yard is bordered with mature perennial gardens, separately fenced raised bed gardens, a boxwood ringed rose garden and newly expanded bluestone patios, firepit and new seating stone wall! Enjoy a variety of gorgeous perennial flowers blooming throughout the year in beds that hug the homes and mature trees! An ideal location..walk to all 3 Wilmette public schools (K-4,Middle School, Junior High) New Trier HS, parks, restaurants and shops and easy access to Loyola HS and Edens. This home truly offers a community lifestyle desired by all! Showings Begin on 1/10.