Album: 820 Taft Road Hinsdale, IL
This Architecturally pure Pennsylvania Granite Stone home with a slate roof sits on the majestic corner of Taft and Woodside located in the Woodlands of Hinsdale. This unique piece of property is 209 feet by 143 feet. This home is approximately 8,000 square feet on the 1st and 2nd Floor. The lower level and attic make a total of 13,000 square feet finished space. As one enters the paneled vestibule, it unfolds into a dramatic yet comfortable two story foyer with herringbone wood flooring. The beautiful custom staircase with oversize mahogany hand rail leads to a large landing with a view to the east and south. A walnut paneled library, complete with bookcases and hidden computer work space highlights the radius windows with a welcoming window seat. A charming Garden Entry into a generous mud room leads to a lady’s office/bedroom with a full bath. This house truly understands how families live, featuring in the Kitchen a Family Room Hearth area complete with Fireplace and HiDefinition Plasma TV. Cream colored cabinetry, beautifully detailed, will house all of the top of the line appliances. Rich stone countertops and large plank flooring, all contribute to the comfortable Family feel of this home. A functional butler pantry allows your dining room to be used effortlessly. The incredible charm of the dining room with views from arched windows combined with architecturally pure trim and a magnificent fireplace combine to make this a spectacular room. In keeping with the spirit of elegance and ease the living room features a unique fireplace with panels and sconces. There are park like views from all of the arched windows. The Family Room with hidden wet Bar and custom entertainment center and fireplace makes this the perfect room for your family to gather. Two bluestone patios, with access from the library, foyer, family room and hearth room allow this home to enjoy outside living. The 2nd floor with Master Suite includes fireplace, sitting room with Breakfast Bar and a partial covered balcony with panoramic like views. The Master Bath features His & Her vanities, pedestal champagne whirlpool, built in LCD TV, and a true a luxury shower with steam and multi shower heads. There are four (4) other Bedrooms and Baths on this floor, each one with its unique features. The efficient 2nd floor laundry room, has an extra large capacity washer and dryer, tons of cabinetry, farm sink and built in ironing board. The 3rd floor bonus area/bedroom is finished with a large full bath, closets and incredible storage. The Lower Level, with finished ceiling heights of 9'6" and radiant floor heat, includes a large Living area with fireplace, Powder Room full “Soda Shop Kitchen”, Laundry/Craft room with Gift wrapping station, a true Home Theater, Bar and Wine Cellar, a Billiard area, Work Out room, Spa Bath with Steam and Guest Bedroom.