Stately red-brick home in Northfield is set upon .44 acre lot backing up to the Forest Preserve.  ------  Re-built in 2005, this home offers about 4,400SF above-grade with 5 Bedrooms and 4.1 baths, including a main-level bedroom and bathroom.  The fully equipped kitchen features an induction cook-top, powerful range hood, warming drawer, granite counters, built-in microwave, and lovely octagon breakfast nook.   The large family room is wide open to the kitchen and features a gas-starter fireplace, stone hearth wired for a flat screen.  Two sets of glass doors open to a new composite deck, all overlooking the deep backyard and the serene forest preserve woods.  ------  The indoor/outdoor access, wide hallways, and broad counters make this ideal for large scale entertaining and offers amazing spaces for work, play, relaxation, hosting, guests, and more!  The second level library could be used as a 6th bedroom and it features Dutch-style doors which open to a long playroom, with storage areas along each side.  ------  The primary, en-suite bathroom offers separate vanities, amazing storage, organized closet, multi-jet body-shower, and a whirlpool bathtub set in its own octagon alcove and tray ceiling.  The other second level bathrooms also feature heated floors.  ------  The sun-filled rooms by day, are beautifully lit at night, with an amazing array of recessed lighting, carefully chosen fixtures, and well-placed controls.  Most rooms are wired for sounds and contain ceiling-recessed speakers, plus deck speakers.  The rooftop solar panels allow for low electric bills and right-size power is perfect for electric car charging in the garage.  Recently refreshed with new paint, refinished hardwood floors (main level only), and many other updates, plus special tech features throughout.  This area of Northfield is assigned to the Winnetka Park District, which eases access to Lake Michigan beaches, fantastic parks and programming.  Enjoy & appreciate the well-regarded Avoca & Marie Murphy Schools, plus New Trier High School, of course!