3538 Ari Drive East Chicago's North Shore, North and Northwest Suburbs Home

Built in 1992, this stunning brick & cedar two-story, located in exclusive Willow Ridge Estates, combines appealing classic architectural details with elegant contemporary décor. East-West exposure provides abundant sunshine throughout the day to this delightful, meticulously-kept, 11-room, 4-5 bedroom, 3½-bath dream home. A grand airy two-story foyer features double doors flanked by twin closets with a second floor palladium-style window yielding continuous light. Both the huge formal living room, open to the family room through a wide doorway, and huge separate dining room can be seen on opposite sides of the foyer. The deep foyer also greets you with an expansive front-to-back view where you will find the family center. Open design blends the kitchen and breakfast room with the massive family room, fireplace and wet bar by forming a wonderful area for relaxation and entertainment spanning the entire rear of the house. The family room highlights include a raised hearth fireplace wall of rich marble and built-in cabinetry, a convenient wet-bar and sliding doors to the lovely backyard & patio. Separated from the kitchen by only a half wall, the massive kitchen can be used and enjoyed without isolation! A huge center island with breakfast bar provides a central core to the work station. Newer stainless appliances and a stunning brushed-nickel backsplash highlight this area. Beautiful ceramic flooring blends kitchen & breakfast area together and a bayed window with sliding doors provides alternate access to the patio & yard. Also located off the foyer is a convenient large powder room detailed with contemporary touches. Additionally, located off the kitchen is a bedroom suite complete with its own full bath and large walk-in closet. It is currently used as an in-home office, but provides the ideal guest or in-law arrangement with total privacy. The adjacent large laundry room with lots of cabinets and an amazing custom-fitted walk-in closet leads to the spacious attached 3+ car garage. Upstairs you will find a loft-like hallway open to the foyer below. Three large family bedrooms, two with huge walk-in closets, and a lovely hall bath are featured on one side. The master suite, located across the upper foyer, offers a dramatic spacious retreat with trey ceiling and king-sized space, large enough to easily accommodate a sitting area. The adjoining master bath, designed with thoughtful details, includes a grand whirlpool tub with skylight above, a separate shower and commode, and separate his and hers vanities, dressing area and customized walk-in closets. The full finished basement is an amazing extra surprise featuring both a 850+ square foot rec room and a huge separate bonus room, now used as an in-home gym. Additional great features include two-zoned HVAC, nine-foot main floor ceilings, a security system, underground sprinklers and abundant recessed lighting! Your greatest expectations can be fulfilled right here!