273 Donlea Road

Description

Begin your tour of this majestic home by entering the natural stone and wrought iron Front Gate that leads to a circular paved-brick driveway and an enclosed motor court. This is a romantic French Provincial mansion of timeless beauty and elegance! As you enter, notice the strength and beauty of the arched mahogany woodwork, doors and windows. Wide plank wooden flooring runs through halls, kitchen, family room and living room. Main floor primary bedroom, 2 additional bedrooms, living room, kitchen, laundry room and study/office. The Home Office/library, has striking wooden cathedral ceiling, built-in bookshelves, and arched French doors. Dining Room, with an adjacent Butler's Pantry leads into the Kitchen-- perfect for dinner parties or holiday gatherings. Your gourmet Kitchen has a massive island, granite countertops, separate SubZero Refrigerator and Freezer, Thermidor Ovens and a 48" gas Range. A large walk-in pantry is complemented by custom designed cabinets throughout that provide tons of storage. There is a a separate Breakfast nook, with a view of the southern backyard. The Family Room, adjacent to the kitchen, has a spectacular arched beam ceiling, an elegant stone fireplace, and French doors that lead to the stone patio on the SW elevation; this also connects to an enormous back deck that runs the length of the house. A door next to the fireplace leads to the 3-Season Sunroom that features windows on all 3 sides offering panoramic views of the west lawn and gated entrance; a stone fireplace that goes up to the cathedral ceiling, a ventilated space for an indoor grill, and a stone floor that offers radiant heat in winter. The formal Living Room was designed with an additional corner chandelier that perfectly showcases a grand piano. A private hallway serving the main floor bedrooms is lined with built-in bookcases interspersed with windows/window seats that overlook the private motor court. Display your treasured family heirlooms, books and collectibles from your travels here. 2 spacious bedrooms with ample closet space each share Jack 'n Jill full bath. The expansive Primary Bedroom Suite is at the east end of the hallway and features arched windows and a French Door that leads to the southeast deck area. A large walk-in closet awaits your customization. The elegant marble bathroom has full length vanity, two sinks topped with granite countertop, a whirlpool soaking tub with beautiful arched double windows above, a separate oversized shower and private water closet. The Laundry Room, Mudroom from the West garage and the Staircase to the 2nd floor are the final features of this level. On the 2nd floor, you will find 3 more Bedrooms with walk-in closets and a full bathroom. A huge, beautiful Bonus Room flooded with light from arched windows offers space for a myriad of uses, including 7th bedroom or media room. Beyond the finished rooms on the second floor, go through a door to a large unfinished attic space. Storage abounds here but there's more; at the back of the attic, you will find another large unfinished 'bonus room' above the East garage with arched windows and French doors. Walk-out basement has 2 separate patios. A Lounge Area before a stone fireplace, recreation room big enough for a billiards table and a game/dining area, Theater Room, Exercise Room, Play Room (or guest bedroom), Safe Room encased in concrete with a Steel Door. Radiant floors. This home offers architectural excellence, privacy and tranquility, with access to renowned District 220 schools, shopping, restaurants, Metra and expressway transportation. The house is built on a five acre parcel with room for expansion. Carefully selected landscaping can be seen from all aspects of the house. The backyard is ideal for a built-in swimming pool, or a horse barn and enclosure. Access to riding trails encircle the property and allow for miles of wooded trails. Private golf courses and polo fields are within approx. 15 minutes of the house.