2612 Oak Ave

     This wonderful 3,000+ square foot home is located in one of Northbrook’s most sought-after neighborhoods and has been updated inside & out!  A winding red brick paver walkway provides a most welcoming entrance. The foyer has an attractive turned staircase leading to a 2nd floor landing creating a most gracious feel. Nearby the large living and dining rooms boast elegant moldings along with oversized windows which overlook the pretty tree-lined street.      Gourmet cooks will love the fabulous kitchen. Warmly-hued cabinets abound blending perfectly with the newly installed granite counters including a breakfast bar. There are two separate pantries and a planning alcove perfect for a big computer station and could be a future butler’s pantry if desired. The roomy eating area opens to the adjacent family room and outside to the large fenced backyard.     Entertaining fun will surely be had in the spacious family room. There is an inviting wood burning fireplace, game area and custom built-in granite-topped bar/entertainment center. The party can continue through glass doors on to the extra-large brick patio where guests can enjoy the soothing sounds of a babbling brook in the nearby pond.     The upper level includes four bedrooms along with a hall bath that has been recently remodeled. All bedrooms are generously proportioned and have big closets. The master suite has a large walk-in closet and a private bath with shower.     The huge lower level  has a large recreation room, a 5th bedroom, an office and huge storage/work room. A large laundry room is conveniently located on the main level right off the attached two car garage.     Oak hardwood flooring is throughout almost the entire home along with newer Pella windows. The guest powder room has been freshly renovated. Professional landscaping completes the look of this pretty-as-a-picture home that has been beautifully updated throughout!