111 Cary Ave | Highland Park, IL 60035

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Built in 1915 by two renowned architects Mead and Johnson, this stately English manor known as "Cravardan" is archived in the Art Institute of Chicago for its significant architectural achievement reminiscent of an English country manor. This ravine masterpiece sits on 1.5 acres on one of the most coveted streets in East Highland Park. Large grand rooms allow for entertaining of large gatherings. The architectural details, include magnificent original moldings, hand carved ceiling details & hand carved millwork including the finest high end finishes from solid brass door knobs to solid gold bath fittings. Over $500,000 of recent enhancements have been made to this meticulously updated and pristine extraordinary home. The modern elements have been seamlessly integrated to accommodate a modern lifestyle. NEWER eat-in Chef's Kitchen w/prof ss appliances, custom hood, quartz counters, radiant heat in master bath, and new lighting throughout. The home features 6 bedrooms 4.2 baths and 7 fireplaces. Upon entering, a stunning circular foyer w/frpl leads to a dramatic great rm w/ 17 foot beamed ceiling, and a three season porch facing the ravine. The family room off the foyer, wonderful space for entertaining, is also intimate w/hand carved eye-brow ceiling and a custom surround fireplace. The grand dining room w/fireplace allows for large gatherings. Located off the dining room is the fully equipped kitchen w/custom cabinetry, center island w/quartz and eating area. The adjacent breakfast room is flanked by two columns and leads to a large outdoor patio. The brand NEW laundry/mudroom room with an $18,000 renovation/reconfiguration is right off the Kitchen and connects to the garage. Located half way up to the second level is a vaulted porch w/fireplace and three walls of windows. The second floor includes a luxurious newly wallpapered primary suite with a fireplace, walk in closet and a juliet balcony overlooking the great room. The stunning NEW primary bathroom was a $100,000 gut renovation featuring new cabinets, marble counters, mirrors, lighting fixtures, shower and bathtub fittings by Phylrich, Cheviot cast iron claw foot bathtub, new wallpaper, heated floors, Toto smart toilet and new custom Pella windows. Three additional spacious newly wall papered and freshly painted bedrooms also include newly outfitted walk in closets. 1 bedroom with new hardwood flooring. 3 full baths with a NEW gut rehab on the Jack and Jill bathroom. This NEW bathroom features new marble tile, wall paper, Phylrich faucet and bathtub fittings, new Kalista bathtub, new custom Pella window, new light fixtures, RH medicine cabinet and radiant heated floors. This completes the 2nd floor. The fully finished third floor w/ two additional bedrooms (one being used as an office), living room, fireplace and full bath is reached by a second staircase. The basement w/wine cellar, has ample room for recreation and storage. On the exterior the bluestone terraces and lawn overlook dramatic year round panoramic views. A very private setting in a sought after East Highland Park location. Just $75,000 alone in New Pella Windows. The expansive list goes on with too many updates to mention.