520 Drexel Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022

Prepare to fall completely in love by the design, decor and true beauty of this solid brick 4+1 bedroom, 4.1 bathroom Glencoe home that has been masterfully renovated & updated inside & outside on a double wide lot. The curb appeal is enhanced by a slate walkway anchored by concrete flower pots welcoming you inside. Upon entering, the open floor plan begins with a striking formal living & dining room that leads to a truly stunning high-end custom Chef's kitchen with a large center island featuring an extra wide stainless steel Sub Zero side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, Miele 6 gas burner range with double ovens, Bosch dishwasher and so much more. Perfect for entertaining, the kitchen overlooks the spacious eating area and family room with built-in cabinetry and stunning mosaic glass gas fireplace. The breakfast room / eating area opens to the most incredible private back patio including a Zen garden & fountain, a trellis with an outdoor eating area & grill and a seating area with an outdoor fireplace all capturing the spectacular landscape of a huge yard. Back inside is a first floor laundry / mudroom, and a private home office adjacent to a powder room. Other features of the main floor include all-new electric window shades, beautiful coved ceilings and inset dental moldings. Upstairs, the light and airy primary suite with a private balcony, large walk-in closet and luxury spa-like bathroom with heated floors, steam shower, soaking tub and heated towel rack! To complete the upstairs is a Jr. bedroom suite with a private bath and two (2) additional generously sized bedrooms with a shared newly updated bathroom. Downstairs is a full finished lower level that includes a 5th bedroom (that doubles as an exercise room with an attached "off the wall" Murphy bed & cabinet) adjacent to a full bathroom, and a very large playroom and recreation room. The spacious mechanical room holds a newer Carrier HVAC, water heater, sump pump + battery back-up and ejector pump as well as both electric panels, etc. As you step outside, you'll discover a large and open backyard that will become your personal oasis. As mentioned earlier, the expertly crafted outdoor spaces include the spacious patio, pergola area, fire table, fountain and impeccable professional landscaping with irrigation system. Other features of this extraordinary home include dual zone HVAC, alarm system, hardwood floors throughout and a detached 2 car garage! Over $1M in upgrades and renovations have been completed including the adjacent lot acquisition and expansion, kitchen, bathrooms, landscape & hardscape, mechanicals and so much more! Conveniently located a short distance to both neighboring downtowns, parks, beaches, schools, restaurants, shopping, Skokie Country Club and more. Offering the perfect balance of privacy and community 520 Drexel is the perfect place to call home!