29899 N River DR Libertyville, IL 60048

Welcome to this ENCHANTED castle and a FOREST of your own! COTSWOLDS inspired and designed by a conceptual architect, interior designer, and current home owner from start to finish. SO MUCH to mention and see- 3 stories- plus an English basement. Everything is designed and built in a custom fashion. The English garden will welcome you to a front door and porch with nothing but GORGEOUS charm. Walk into a foyer like none other with a 3 story view. LIBRARY/LIVING ROOM to the right boasts French Warm Wood Pine, fireplace w/ gas start and stone face, built in book shelves, tv hide-a-way, outlets on mantle, and all custom cabinets by Joliett Caabinet Company. As you move through this beautiful home you will reach the option of a DINING ROOM OR FAMILY ROOM w/ a fireplace, bar, full windows abound, and access to the outdoor living space. Bright and SUNNY optional DINING ROOM OR FAMILY ROOM has EXPOSED BRICK, 3 walls of windows, overlooks an outdoor oasis w/ kitchen, fireplace and multi level seating areas all w/ blue stone, and a forest preserve with an unimaginable view! (Watch as the deer emerge to wander to their lighted trough, you'll feel one w/ nature!) The English kitchen welcomes any seasoned chef- offering top of the line appliances, a newly finished butcher block island, and lighting to make you smile! An adjacent BUTLERS PANTRY is perfect for entertaining. Welcome to the CONSERVATORY, made in England and shipped for this specific space featuring a potting sink, darling faucets and drain, perhaps the best place to have coffee and beignets as it welcomes the sun in the morning! Off to the second story- as you ascend the TWISTING staircase w/ a gorgeous hide runner you land atop an outdoor patio over looking a view that makes you thankful for every day. To the right is a primary suite with circular forest views, fireplace and built in custom cabinetry, leading to a spa worthy bathroom, stand alone shower, jacuzzi tub, private toilet, an adjacent his and hers walk in ENORMOUS closet w/ many built in's. This will lead to a second floor laundry room w/ all you will need- drying rack, shelves, counter, cabinets....The second level offers 2 more bedrooms and an office/studio space w/ a private outdoor entrance. The first bedroom has a Jack and Jill bath, a built in READING NOOK, and a charming window bench w/ a view of the English Garden entryway. The 2nd room has it's own private bath and amazing views of the forest! There are LARGE CLOSETS throughout. A 4th bedroom on the third level has vaulted ceilings, a large walk in closet and private bath. It is finished in the FINE PAINTS OF EUROPE oil based finish. This is STUNNING and a must see-an oasis all of its own! On the 3rd level you will find a beautiful BLACK AND WHITE marble floor, a large walk in closet and a crafting room-so much space! The finished ENGLISH BASEMENT is as equally impressive as the rest of this ONE OF A KIND home! To Start, you will be greeted by a BEAUTIFULLY custom designed WINE CELLAR and CUSTOM BAR w/ many amenities. FABULOUS family room w/ ENORMOUS STONE FIREPLACE looks out to a full view of an ENGLISH step garden. This room has all built in custom bookcases. You will also find a 5th bedroom/ work out room w/ a custom designed and built in MURPHY bed made to look like a built in cabinet. AMAZING! This home boasts an attached 2 1/2 car garage w/ a designated garbage can area with access to the outside. You will also find a detached CARRIAGE HOUSE w/ a workshop. 2 garage spaces and a 2nd floor office/studio/workspace w/ a staircase entrance from outside. Complete CHARM w/ window boxes and shutters! THIS IS A MUST SEE- EVERYTHING IS PERFECT!