About This Property
Nestled in the heart of the charming and highly sought-after
village of Glen Ellyn, this stunning home at 626 Forest Avenue
offers the perfect combination of modern luxury and timeless
elegance. Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street just blocks from
the vibrant downtown area, this home boasts an enviable location
that's close to all the best restaurants, shops, and entertainment
in the area. As you approach the home, you'll be struck by its
classic curb appeal, with a stately brick facade, well-manicured
landscaping, and a beautiful backyard that's perfect for outdoor
entertainment. As you enter the home you are welcomed into a large
foyer that showcases a beautiful staircase, gleaming hardwood
floors and views into the formal dining room and living room with
cozy fireplace. The main level continues with seamless flow into
the very open and light-filled kitchen, breakfast room, family room
and sunroom spaces, perfect for everyday living as well as fabulous
entertaining! The white kitchen is a chef's dream with
top-of-the-line appliances including Subzero refrigerator plus
additional refrigerator drawers in large island, 48" Wolf range,
and gorgeous soapstone counters. The family room is the perfect
gathering spot for movie night or sports viewing and offers
built-ins for media storage and large windows overlooking the
Benjamin Gault Bird Sanctuary and Nature Preserve. An adjacent
sunroom continues the enjoyment of the spectacular views of mature
landscaping and access to bluestone patio. Upstairs you'll find
four generously sized bedrooms including a luxurious primary suite
that features a spa-like bath with dual-sink vanity with travertine
counters and flooring and a very spacious tiled shower, complete
with seat and glass doors and transom. The 2nd floor continues with
3 additional bedrooms and 2 more full, beautifully remodeled (2018)
bathrooms and a convenient 2nd floor laundry room with plenty of
cabinetry and storage! You can also appreciate the many built-in
features on this level with storage for linens, bookcases, and a
2nd fireplace in the 4th bedroom! The finished lower level of the
home with lovely slate flooring provides even more space for
entertaining and relaxing with a spacious rec room,
temperature-controlled wine cellar and a golf simulator /exercise
room! There's also a sunny 5th bedroom with attached full bath that
could be perfect for nanny, office, artist studio or playroom! Some
of the amenities included in this home: whole house Generac
generator, hardwood floors throughout, mudroom, butler's pantry
with icemaker, landscape sprinkler system, security system,
basement dehumidifier/air purification system, heated floors in
master bath, 3rd bedroom bath and basement 5th bedroom, 6 heating
and 4 cooling zones, both hot water heating and gas-forced air
systems, Nest thermostats. Now that Summer is approaching, imagine
the AMAZING outdoor parties, barbeques and entertaining you will do
on the Bluestone patios that meander through the pristine, and
perfectly manicured grounds. The 3-car garage offers the auto
enthusiast plenty of space, including 1 bay having a high ceiling
that could accommodate a lift for a 4th car! If you're
looking for a little adventure, Lake Ellyn is just a few blocks
away. This beautiful park features picturesque walking trails, a
playground, and a serene lake that's perfect for fishing or just
taking in the beauty of nature. The Glen Ellyn Festival of the Arts
and the popular 4th of July Fireworks are amazing events that take
place at Lake Ellyn. With its exceptional schools, charming
downtown, and vibrant arts scene, Glen Ellyn is the perfect place
to call home!
Phone: 425-283-2930
Address: 335 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10017