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PAIGE DOOLEYc 847.609.0963 [email protected]

CMYK

LISTING AGENT

East of Sheridan Restoration with Lake Breezes

T H E H U D S O N C O M P A N Y 851 SPRUCE STREET, WINNETKA, ILLINOIS 60093

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Property Summary LOT SIZE

BUILT

ROOMS

TAXES

PROPERTY FEATURES

IMPROVEMENTS

LOCATION

SCHOOLS

EXCLUSIONS

• 81 x 172• 1/3 acre

• 1927

• 14 rooms (see floor plans for room dimensions)• 1st floor with 2015 kitchen, family room, living room, dining room,

powder room and attached garage• 2nd floor with 4 bedrooms / 3 full baths and laundry• 3rd floor with rec room, media room, bedroom with full bath• Lower level with wine cellar, second laundry hook-up, access to the

back yard and storage

• $ 45,483 / Year 2014

• Stunning designer kitchen (2015) with breakfast area with banquette• High ceilings, hardwood floors, extensive architectural details, cut

crystal door knobs on most doors• Three gas fireplaces• 2nd floor laundry• Zoned radiant heating and cooling (SpacePac)• Security system• 100 gallon water heater• 200 amp electrical service• Bluestone terraces and walkways, BBQ deck• Brick and stone exterior• Dramatic turret• Expansive professionally landscaped grounds on extra wide (1/3 acre +)

corner lot east of Sheridan in East Wilmette just steps to beach• Slate roof• Copper gutters• Fully fenced yard with custom iron fence with automatic gate and

sprinkler system• Heated attached garage with epoxy floor, concrete driveway plus

additional gravel parking pad• Wilmette Historical Preservation Commission "Significant Structure"

• 2015 Kitchen remodel: complete gut with custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line appliances and marble floor reclaimed from a palace in Spain

• 2015 Extensive new lighting• 2015 New stairway to basement• 2015 Exterior paint• 2015 New copper over dormers• 2015 New 2nd floor laundry• 2015 Extensive plumbing updates• 2013 New boiler (all hot water heat - no steam)• 2013 New hot water heater• 2013 Three new air conditioner compressors and air handlers

• Incorporated Wilmette• East Wilmette, walk to beach and Gillson Park

• Central K - 4 • Highcrest 5 - 6 • Willmette 7 - 8 • New Trier High School

• Dining room chandelier • Master bedroom chandelier



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Location! Land! Lake Lifestyle!Situated just a block from Lake Michigan on an over-sized (1/3 acre) landscaped lot, this traditional, solidly-built French-styled manor has great architectural interest and is pristine from top to bottom with A+ curb appeal. In the 1940's, bandleader Percy Faith - credited with popularizing easy-listening music - and his family occupied this home.

The current owners recently completed (2015) on an extensive kitchen renovation to exacting standards. The result is many fine new upgrades and new sections of the home that echo the fine materials and craftmanship of the original home.

This premiere location is a quick walk to the beach at Gillson Park, shopping and the CTA. Evanston Wilmette Community Golf Course is just around the corner.



FEATURES

• Bluestone terraces and walkways• Sweeping back lawn • Architectural doors and windows• Brick and stone with stone quoins• Copper finials on the slate roof• Copper downspouts• Vintage lighting• Turret• Loggia


The Elegant EntranceThe dramatic vestibule with slate floor opens to the gracious entry hall featuring a high ceiling, hardwood floors, gorgeous staircase with hand-forged original rail with an elegant banister, and classic millwork. There are two walk-in coat closets and a lovely powder room with marble basket weave flooring.



FEATURES

• Fully restored original arched double entry doors with leaded glass

• Dramatic slate vestibule with an interior entry door featuring leaded glass

• Two coat closets• Hardwood flooring• Black walnut paneling and moldings• Crown molding and corbels• Basket-weave marble back entrance

loggia and powder room• Hand-forged custom wrought iron

balusters topped with curving banister



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Welcoming Entry HallThis spacious entry flows easily to the family room and dining room, as well as to stairs to the upper levels and the back entrance off the loggia.

The well-designed, architecturally interesting entrance and floor plan makes for easy traffic flow and provides terrific space for casual or formal entertainment needs.




Fabulous Family RoomJust off the entry hall is the bright, spacious family room with several sets of French doors with leaded glass transoms for great natural light and access to the front and back terraces. A handsome gas fireplace with a stone surround provides a focal point, while original niches with shelving add architectural interest. An archway leads to the glorious living room.

FEATURES

• Unique custom windows with stained glass• Handsome limestone fireplace• Original plaster niches with shelving• High ceilings• Crown molding• Hardwood flooring



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Family Room ContinuedThis huge room is both dramatic and extermely comfortable - the family uses it on a daily basis for cozy chats or gathering around the T.V.

Note: See the end of the brochure for alternative family room furnishing options.






Sunny Living RoomThe living room surrounded by French doors with transoms, vintage tile floor with inset details, architectural niches and a lofty ceiling height tmakes this an ideal room to hang out and relax. This bright airy room off the family room suits a variety of needs and offers fabulous views of the lush property. French doors can be opened to create a wonderful 'screened porch" effect on beautiful days and the radiant heat creates a warm and toasty place to enjoy the wonderful views of the yard in the winter.

FEATURES

• Walls of French doors with transoms• Vintage tile floor with insets replicating the

original owner's Ben Bey Cigar box border• Decorative plaster niches• High ceiling• Crown molding• Arched doorway



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Formal Dining RoomThe dramatic dining room is well proportioned for intimate dinners or banquets alike and flows easily from the entry hall and through swinging French doors to the kitchen. Open the French doors to the front terrace and enjoy al fresco entertaining.

FEATURES

• Deep crown moldings• Hardwood flooring• French doors to kitchen• French doors to front terrace and side yard

Note: Please exclude the chandelier




Stunning 2015 Gourmet KitchenAs the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen was masterfully custom built to be a very workable room for the serious cook. The finest materials were included in this 2015 renovation (imported reclaimed marble floor originally from a Spanish palace with radiant heat, nickel fixtures and hardware, marble and top appliances) were merged with stylized design to create an absolutely breathtaking space. The work flow is perfectly organized with the appliances and kitchen sink in ideal locations. At the center of the house, the kitchen leads to the dining room, center hall, basement, back terrace, garage and side yard BBQ deck.



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Kitchen Continued Enjoy lake breezes through the door onto the loggia and the terrace provides great al frsco dining. The over-sized windows provide fabulous natural light along with extensive lighting - making it comfortable to work in the daytime or evening. The long center island offers great work space and storage. Expand cooking options by stepping out onto the BBQ deck. Convenient access to the garage makes bringing groceries in a snap. The lovely back terrace is the perfect place for a morning cup of coffee.




APPLIANCES• 60 inch Wolf stove with 6 burner cook-top,

griddle, grill and double oven• 2 Sub Zero refrigerator/freezers• Bosch dishwasher• Wolf microwave• Wolf coffee machine

FEATURES• Imported reclaimed marble floor from

Spanish palace• Radiant heat in floor• Custom cabinetry• Marble countertops• Nickle fixtures and hardware• Island with seating • Leaded glass windows and doors• Recessed lighting

Kitchen Continued



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Breakfast RoomThe sunny breakfast room is adjacent to the kitchen and dining room and features a bay window with built-in banquette. The hidden drawers provide great extra storage for napkins and placemats.




Back EntryA convenient back entrance with a lovely leaded glass door leads directly into the kitchen from the driveway and features a barrel-ceiling bluestone porch. The back terrace also offers access to the front entry hall through a dramatic turret which also features a charming powder room.



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Beautiful Staircase & LandingThe stately staircase with original hand-forged wrought iron balusters and lovely hardwood banister leads to the spacious second floor landing which opens to four bedrooms and three baths. In addition to the master suite and a second suite, two bedrooms share a Jack 'N' Jill bath. A convenient second floor laundry is located just off the landing.

FEATURES

• Graceful curved staircase in turret• Hand-forged wrought iron balusters• Hardwood banister• Bright windows• Deep crown moldings• Rich hardwood treads• Expansive landing sitting area• Second floor laundry - LG washer/dryer




Master Bedroom The serene master bedroom suite is located in a private wing through a lovely vintage stained glass door. Huge vaulted ceilings open to a thrid floor loft overlooking the bedroom, perfect for a home office or cozy sitting area. Enjoy views of the sun rising over the lake from the private balcony.



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FEATURES

• Vaulted, beamed ceiling• Stained glass doors• Hardwood flooring• Third floor loft• Private balcony

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Luxurious Master BathThe luxurious master bath was created with quality materials to echo the style and quality of the houseThere is a glass enclosed marble shower, a large marble topped vanity with two sinks, a whirlpool soaking tub and a separate makeup vanity with dressing area. Walls of wardrobes and closets surround the space.

FEATURES

• Built-in cabinetry in dressing area• Marble shower• Double sinks in marble vanity• Make-up vanity • Kohler whirlpool soaking tub• Custom tile work

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Additional Bedrooms with Jack 'N' Jill BathIn addition to the master bedroom suite, there are three additional bedrooms on this level. Every bedroom is crisply decorated, has architecturally interesting roof-lines, hardwood floors and bright windows.

The second and third bedrooms share a Jack 'N' Jill bath with marble topped vanity, tub/shower, vintage built-in cabinets and custom tiles.




Guest Suite / 2nd Master SuiteAs the original master suite, the fourth bedroom enjoys it's own hallway entrance with a private bath including seperate tub and shower, custom vanity and tile details. A walk-in closet is finished with vintage wardrobe fittings. High ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors and a marble fireplace make this a lovely retreat.

FEATURES

• Volume ceiling• Marble gas fireplace• Hardwood flooring• Walk-in closet with built-in wardrobe

cabintery• En-suite bath• Private sitting room



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Guest Suite / 2nd Master SuiteStep through an arched doorway into a sitting room/office surrounded by bright windows with sweeping views of the back yard (also could be a dramatic second walk-in closet for a master).




Third Floor RecreationClimb the spiral stairs in the turret to the third floor tree-top suite including a bright recreation room, bedroom/bath suite and exercise/media room - all with peaked catherdral ceilings. The sunny recreation room features volume ceilings and bright windows with built-in book rests. Further built-in shelving offers additional storage and a gas fireplace provides a cozyfocal point. This lofty space is ideal for entertaining or to curl up with a good book.



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Media RoomAdjacent to the recreation room is a theater/media room with projection TV and an over-sized screen. The current family uses one end of this very expansive (30') room as an exercise room.

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Bedroom SuiteThe fifth bedroom is located on the third floor and features vaulted, beamed ceilings with architecturally intertesting angles and an en-suite bath with a glass enclosed shower, remote-controlled skylight, pedestal sink, plus marble and tile accents.

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Wonderful Private Back Yard!This very special retreat on 1/3 acre grounds can be enjoyed all seasons! The wide and extra-deep lot allows for wonderful outdoor playspace in this prime East Wilmette neighborhood next to the beach. Bluestone steps from the family room and dining room lead to the front terrace that spans the width of the house. The terrace and surrounding garden is wonderful for al-fresco dining and a source of enjoyment day or night. The back terrace offers more opportunties for enjoying outdoors. Just a short walk away are the amenities of Gillson Park and the Lake Michigan beach.



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Great Outdoor Space ContinuedFEATURES

• Over-sized corner lot just1 block from the beach

• Fully fenced private yard• Lush, mature trees and plantings• Front and back bluestone terraces• BBQ side deck• Arbor• Concrete driveway• Attached garage



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Alternate Furnishing OptionsThis gracious home is a classic palate to accomodate a variety of decorative styles, from casual to formal.

CMYK T H E H U D S O N C O M P A N Y 851 SPRUCE STREET, WINNETKA, ILLINOIS 60093


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For more information on this property please contact me or visit my personal web site for additional listings.

PAIGE DOOLEY Broker Associate

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My prior experience in advertising and marketing has helped me understand consumer behavior and has been invaluable for my clients. My work ethic and focus on helping clients in the decision making process has made me a top producer and propelled me to a ranking of 120th in the United States in total sales volume in 2012 by Real Trends/Wall Street Journal.

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