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This exceptional, custom built home by renowned Orren Pickell is located on one of East Northbrook's most quintessential private streets within award-winning District 28 schools. A home rich in detail, craftsmanship, and quality, this home has the amenities to suit today's modern lifestyle. Set on a double lot with its storybook exterior and serene setting surrounded by mature trees, gorgeous landscape, and permanently unobstructed views of the lush forest preserve in its backyard. A carefully designed open floor plan so that every inch of the house gets utilized with all functional living space. Step inside the grand entry way, you'll immediately feel the elegance of the main level with its beautiful signature 6-3/4in wide plank oak hardwoods, gorgeous two- sided stone fireplace, custom built ins, and vast picture frame windows. Next, is a chef's kitchen dream with an extensive island and prep sink, all top of the line appliances, handcrafted copper hood, custom cabinetry by Wood Mode, cozy fireplace, and large walk in pantry. The dining area was purposely made part of the space to afford as many guests as desired for entertaining and holidays. Perhaps the most unique space to most is a great, attached screened in porch that comes with removable glass windows to enjoy during colder months, a cathedral ceiling and stone fireplace. The main floor also includes a beautiful library, 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, a great mudroom with organized closets and cubbies, plus a work station for school work and crafts. The 2nd floor offers 4 generous size bedrooms with adjoining bathrooms (all en suites!). The elegant primary bedroom comes complete with a cozy fireplace, adjoining upper deck for sipping morning coffee, and luxury bathroom with frameless steam shower and large walk in closet. A well-designed laundry room completes the 2nd floor. The lower level is a fantastic 2500 sq ft basement with over-sized windows, wet bar and kitchen, large exercise room, fireplace, billiards area, music/jam room and tons of storage. The backyard has multiple sitting areas including a beautiful blue stone patio to take in nature and all its glory. The house comes complete with CAT5 wiring, surround sound by Sonos, GenX 16KW generator, 3 HVAC zones for added comfort, sprinkler system, and water filtration system. Plenty of parking options with a heated 3 car garage, an additional single car garage, and parking pad. Meticulous ownership as part of the Orren Pickell yearly home maintenance program. Easy access to I-94, 294, golf course, schools, downtown Northbrook and many other conveniences. Come fall in love with this very special home on as very special private lane.