Prepare to be enchanted by this stunning Victorian home full of original character, with the perfect blend of vintage and today's desirable updates, situated on an oversized 45x150ft lot and steps from the lakefront on one of the prettiest streets in Rogers Park! As you walk up, you'll instantly feel welcomed by the lush greenery and landscaping. You'll be drawn in to relax on the huge front porch where you can perch with a blanket, sipping a slow cup of coffee on the swing, overlooking the beautiful tree-lined street. From here you will be welcomed into the foyer and met by a grand staircase, gleaming hardwood floors, and striking vintage accents such as the original deep wood trim, beveled glass windows, stone fireplace, and impressive millwork throughout. An ideal floor plan offers an expansive living and dining space leading to the kitchen, which features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, beautifully refinished cabinets, and a large walk-in pantry. Leading out to your enormous yard is a functional mudroom with custom built-ins. Upstairs, you will find 3 bedrooms and a thoughtful recent remodel so the spacious and bright primary suite has become a true oasis. At the end of a long day, you can look forward to unwinding in the beautifully appointed spa-like ensuite bathroom of your dreams, featuring a separate jetted tub, walk-in shower, and dual vanities. An additional bathroom with a clawfoot tub, dedicated to the other two bedrooms, finishes this level. As you make your way to the third level, you will be blown away by the amount of original Arts and Crafts charm it offers and you may even feel that you have entered into a storybook. The oak-paneled library is reminiscent of tales like 'The Lion the Witch, and the Wardrobe', and has hidden storage behind nearly every door. The spectacular double-sided fireplace makes for the perfect sitting room, where you can curl up with a good book. This vast upper level also lends itself for use as an impressive fourth bedroom/guest suite and has its own gorgeously designed full bath featuring a steam shower in addition to a wet-bar flush with a beverage fridge. As you head down to the completely re-finished basement, you'll notice it has tons of space for kids to run and play or the family to lounge about on movie night. On this level you'll also find the fifth bedroom, which functions nicely as a home gym. Off of your lavish backyard, you will find a 3-car garage plus an additional exterior spot which has been transformed into an outdoor living room, perfect for grilling, roasting s'mores or spending warm nights entertaining. Voted #1 Best Place to Live in Illinois by Money (and #5 in the whole country!) in 2022, Rogers Park can't be beat: offering a suburban space without sacrificing city life and its advantages, like being walking distance to Red/Purple lines, Metra to downtown, easy access to shops, dining, and grocery shops like Trader Joe's, Jewel, Target, as well Northwestern campus, walkable to Loyola campus and the best beaches in town. With all the 2022 amenities you could want in an immensely charming vintage setting, this truly special home can't be replicated and is a must see!
