You'll think you've stepped into the pages of Architectural Digest & House Beautiful instead of a home you can actually make your own on double lot in Lake Forrest Estates! With 6 Bedrooms, 4 full-3 half Baths spanning 3 stories and an outdoor living area that rivals any 5 Star Resort, this extraordinarily designed 8800sf "Smart" home offers the indoor/outdoor lifestyle you've been seeking. Upon arrival, you'll be inspired by the blend of stone and brick, covered front entry with stunning double front door, Juliet balcony from UL Bedroom set above the Living Room/Office's large bow window, lush landscaping and curved paver driveway which leads to side entry to the 3 car garage with Carriage style doors. Once inside, you'll be in awe of the soaring ceilings, gorgeous windows providing serene views and abundant natural light plus rich detailing throughout. In addition to the main level Foyer, Living Rm & Dining Rm w/tray ceiling & wainscotting, there is a spacious Family Room with two story windows, stone gas fireplace with wood mantel, plush carpeting & Juliet balcony from UL hall. The adjacent Kitchen boasts granite counter & double slab bar-island, SS appliances including 6 burner gas stove w/stock pot faucet, rich wood cabinets with crown molding, HUGE walk-in pantry and a window wrapped Breakfast Nook overlooking the backyard & pool. French doors lead to the large stone defined deck. This level also has two half Baths, large Mudroom w/desk & lockers plus a 2nd Mudroom with a closet & sink. A dramatic, curved, custom cherrywood staircase w/attractive runner leads to your UL with wide hall revealing Juliet balcony over Family Rm and 4 extraordinary Guest Bedrooms, one w/private Bath and a Jack & Jill between 2 plus hall access for the other. Your Master Suite rivals any 5 star hotel Penthouse retreat with triple tray w/barrel ceiling, gas fireplace, separate Sitting Room and luxurious Ensuite Bath w/rich cabinetry, two vanities, gorgeous walk-in marble spa shower & free standing jetted tub is enhanced with a fireplace & huge walk in closet! This level provides access to an over-insulated walk up attic that could be finished if you chose to add more living space. As if all this was not enough, the walk-out, well insulated Basement has been finished as exceptionally as the main levels from the cherry staircase to its Theater Room, Rec Room w/fireplace, 2nd Kitchen with Bar, 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths & access to a lower garage (w/Flexicore floor) used for storage & mechanicals. Each level is zoned for heat/cooling with an ultra-efficient Geothermal heating system. Basement was fully waterproofed during construction & has 2 sump pits w/battery backup plus double 5/8" drywall for soundproofing. Gazebo style outdoor Kitchen area with grill, smoker, fridge and bar seating is accessible from this level. Covered Outdoor Living Room w/fireplace overlooks your stunning stone wrapped pool w/grotto boasting 3 waterfalls, hidden slide & basketball hoop. You can also work on your golf game on your own putting green! Extra features include: All Non-toxic Materials used in Home; Vaulted/Tray & Coffered Ceilings; Elan & Lutron Lighting System; LED Lights Throughout; Elan & Lutron Radio Ra2 Home Automation; Whole Home Hague Water Filtration & Softening System; 2-75 Gal Hi-Efficiency Bradford White Water Heaters; Chandeliers on Motors for Ease in Changing Light Bulbs; Hunter-Douglas Window Treatments Throughout including Power Shades in the Family Room; 50 Year Roof w/Warranty; Kitchen Appliances Include Sub-zero Refrigerator/Wolf Range Top/Kitchen Aid Convection & Steam Double Oven w/Warming Drawer/Miele Dishwasher/Uline Beverage Center; Basement Kitchen has Samsung Refrigerator/Bosch Dishwasher/Kitchen Aid Convection Oven & Microwave; Entire Deck Wrapped in Copper and French Drains in the Yard to Prevent Any Water Reaching Your Home. This Extraordinary Home Lacks Nothing and Offers Everything You Could Hope to Find in a Luxury Home.
