1010 Elmwood Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091

This gorgeous East Wilmette CAGE home features five plus bedrooms,3.5 bathrooms and is situated on an outstanding and rare 100 X 176 property with spectacular curb appeal and one-of-a-kind landscaping that will steal your heart! This gracious home is admired by all who pass by and is surrounded by unsurpassed beauty created by the seller's passion for gardening and landscape design. Count on a flexible floorplan throughout to fit all that you wish for! You will find significant architectural details that are seamless with this home coupled with updates, improvements and a 3-story addition which presents a dream home in the heart of Wilmette. The expansive front steps and double door entry which lead to an oversized foyer and the large formal living room with wood burning fireplace is just the beginning of features that you have been seeking. Enjoy the gorgeous family room with vaulted ceiling which adjoins a perfect library/ sitting room with gas starter- wood burning fireplace all overlooking the rear yard. A beautifully scaled kitchen with newer appliances, large center island, double oven, and wet bar/butlers' area lead to the oversized formal dining room which is perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. Do not miss the newer dreamy sunroom with loads of expansive windows, great views and access to the private deck, patio, and rear yard. There is also a separate mudroom area with additional outdoor access and walkways to the 2.5 detached garage plus parking pad which accommodates two additional cars. In 2008 the entire second floor was transformed creating an awesome open landing which allows generous space throughout. On the second level you will find four large bedrooms including the primary suite with a separate sitting area, built in bookshelves, two closets and a private bathroom. The additional three bedrooms offer great space including the huge second bedroom expansion featuring loads of windows with east, north and western exposure. A special bonus is the second-floor laundry which is super convenient for daily use. The thoughtful renovation on the second floor and custom designed new staircase to the entirely newer third floor flows beautifully to an incredibly special retreat. This is a true getaway with a lovely bonus area, fifth bedroom plus balcony, a private office and full bathroom. The basement offers a recreational room, exercise space, a true work room, a large laundry room and two storage rooms. Experience the outdoor space which is fully fenced in and is secluded and beautifully designed to enjoy immensely. The list of improvements is extensive including newer Marvin windows, a home generator, forced HVAC, irrigation system, electrical and plumbing upgrades, 2019 the entire home and garage has new stucco plus MORE! The location is exactly what you have been seeking near our incredible Lake Michigan, Parks, Sailing Beach, our vibrant town of Wilmette, Schools, Transportation and so much more.