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Tucked away on one of Kenilworth's most sought-after streets sits the special home you've been waiting for. This stunning 7 bedroom, 6.1 bathroom, 6,275 square foot home is utterly magnificent! This beautifully renovated elegant brick home was previously featured in Traditional Home Magazine and renovated by well-known decorator, Julia Buckingham. This amazing property features a fabulous open floor plan, 5 fireplaces with gorgeous mantles, a working fountain in the dining room with original designer Batchelder tiles and timeless home details, accentuated by perfect home functionality and spacious rooms. In the foyer you are greeted & warmed by a stunning oversized soapstone fireplace with decorative mantle that leads you into the spacious living room. The wood paneled library has stunning custom millwork, built in bookshelves, fabulous fireplace and an original decorative ceiling. The fabulous white gourmet chefs' kitchen has stainless steel and Carrara marble accents throughout the kitchen design. This sun filled kitchen boasts hand built Italian Varenna cabinets from Italy, marble countertops and backsplash, a walk-in pantry, separate Carrara marble bar area with ice maker and stainless steel appliances. A built-in bench area with ample seating and an open floor plan lead you into the adjoining family room with yet another beautiful fireplace. The formal dining room is accentuated with a floor-to-ceiling working fountain with original Batchelder Tiles. Adjacent sunroom leads to exterior patio, grilling area and outdoor entertaining space. Exquisite private primary retreat suite w/original Nero Marquina marble bath that the original owner, the Chairman of the Merc patterned after the Blackstone Hotel. Five additional bedrooms (all en-suite), 2nd floor laundry, and wonderful 2nd floor family room / media room. Third floor retreat has 2 additional bedrooms and beautiful spacious bath. Lower level is in the final stages of renovation and features the 7th bedroom, a full bathroom, family room, recreation area, second laundry room, mudroom, exercise area, and storage galore! The beautifully landscaped private backyard has a lovely bluestone patio, gated driveway and fabulous spacious yard. Steps to Lake Michigan (1 block from the beach) + 1 block to Plaza de lago! The Plaza De Lago renovation is well underway with the same luxury builder who did Royal Poinciana in Palm Beach, Florida which is a huge bonus to have a block away. Award winning Sears School & New Trier district. This home truly has it all! Available August 12th. Also listed for sale on the PLN