1114 Merrill Street

Description

Exciting new listing in Hubbard Woods! Center-entry Winnetka gem has been thoughtfully updated and expanded. This 6-bedroom home seamlessly blends timeless elegance and modern comfort with 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, custom molding and trim and circular flow. Enter through the inviting front screened-in porch, where a gentle breeze welcomes you into the warmth of this home. Inside, the open foyer effortlessly connects to the living room, dining room, staircase and hallway leading to the light-filled family room. The generous sized living room features glass French doors, an oversized gas-burning fireplace and plentiful space to accommodate a grand piano, an ideal setting for gatherings both large or small. The formal dining room transitions gracefully to the brand new kitchen with custom white, inset cabinetry, granite countertops, all stainless steel appliances, 5-burner range with 2 ovens, under cabinet lighting, breakfast bar, beverage fridge and coffee station. The kitchen conveniently connects to the family room, complete with custom built-in cabinetry, glass shelving, wood-burning fireplace, bay window, and room for breakfast table, all creating a comfortable environment for relaxation and entertainment. The bay window and sliding glass doors provide an abundance of natural light and picturesque views of the backyard retreat. The second floor offers 5 bedrooms, all with generous closet space! The private primary suite features a walk-in closet and spa-like bath adorned with a double vanity, marble countertop, secluded water closet, separate shower and deep soaking tub. A second staircase leads to the spacious third floor offering a full bath, numerous closets for storage and flexible space for 6th bedroom, private guest/nanny suite, home office, yoga studio, crafts room and more. Enjoy additional living space in the finished basement with recreation room, 4th full bath, workout area, and laundry room with 4-story laundry chute. There's a mudroom with locker storage as you enter from the side door! Situated on an expansive, fully fenced, 200-foot deep lot with lush professional landscaping, full coverage irrigation system, secluded patio with stone seat wall, garden shed and tucked away bubbling hot tub! The expansive 27'x26' garage with 15' cathedral ceiling is a car hobbyists delight! Incredible garage workshop with all the bells and whistles, including a car hoist, separate 100-amp electrical service, natural gas infrared heat, wired for internet, 60" TV, and ceiling fan. Numerous updates and Improvements!! Location is exceptional, steps to dining, shopping, ice cream, Metra train, multiple schools and parks. Enjoy everything Winnetka and Hubbard Woods have to offer...beaches, Lake Michigan access, Green Bay Trail, Skokie Lagoons, Nielson Tennis Center, Winnetka golf course and so much more!!