Providing a balance of warmth and elegance, this custom-built (2012) three-story gem has been lovingly maintained and beautifully updated (2022-2024). Located on a deep 2/3 acre lot, in the highly sought after Braeside school district directly across from the picturesque grounds of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Private access via long circular drive surrounded by mature trees, lush green space and professionally landscaped perennial gardens. Flexible and well-designed floor plan with over 5,200 sqft of living space, TWO MASTER BEDROOM SUITES, TWO LAUNDRY ROOMS and a fully finished THIRD LEVEL is ideal for multi-generation families & work from home arrangements. Open concept family room with newly updated white kitchen equipped with sleek high-end SS appliances, quartz counters/backsplash, ample cabinet & counter space and large island for family breakfasts or casual dining offers endless possibilities for your lifestyle needs. Many other recent improvements including refinished HW floors, updated baths, recessed LED lighting, freshly painted interior & exterior, new roof de-icing heat cables, wiring for electric security gate, and so much more. The backyard, a true private oasis of expansive green space and garden-like ambiance, is an ideal backdrop for all your leisure activities. Reimagined in 2023 with an expanded brick paver patio, outdoor kitchen, gas grill, smoker and shaded seating under a gazebo creating a great new space for outdoor entertaining & al fresco dining. Heated parking in the 2.5 car garage & plenty more on the oversized circular driveway. Prime location, easy access to to I94, 294, Metra, Green Bay Trail and Lake Michigan, walk to Botanic Gardens & Ravinia. You will absolutely fall in love with this special home!!!