120 S Basswood Rd

At the end of a quiet cul de sac, this East Lake Forest brick home, with NEW ROOF '24, sits on almost an acre with fenced in backyard, creating a private oasis! Located in desirable Onwentsia Gardens, this 5300+ sq foot home, on all three levels, is filled with sensational natural light and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. The lovely double front doors open to a foyer, formal dining and living room. The gourmet white kitchen, completed in '18 features quartz countertops, a six burner Viking cooktop, Miele dishwasher, Sub Zero refrigerator, Jenn Air double oven, and generous cabinet storage space with under counter lighting. There is a large breakfast area with a wall of windows and doors, overlooking the large amazing patio and fenced in backyard. The windows and doors overlooking the backyard extends into the large family room and office/study that provide great flow for indoor/outdoor living! The home offers two fireplaces, in the family room and study/office, with dramatic shiplap ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors. Additionally, the first floor has a powder room off of the foyer. All four spacious bedrooms are on the second floor. The primary suite is very large with a luxurious master bath that has two separate dressing areas, each with a walk in closet and separate sink areas, leading to the extensive primary bathroom with steam shower and Jacuzzi tub with skylight. Bedroom 2, 3 and 4 are generously sized with oversized closets. There is an additional full bathroom on the second floor. The finished basement provides added living space with room for an exercise area, entertaining or game area with another full bathroom! You'll appreciate the fully fenced in yard with attractive patio, newer Weber grill and large area to play ball! The first floor laundry features a newer Bosch Washer & Dryer. A deep 3 car, garage with newer garage doors '18, with a sidewalk door access, to a dog run. There is plenty of space for a pool, tennis court or putting green. Improvements include New Roof '24 sump pumps with battery backup system '23, designer light fixtures '23, sprinkler system and 2 zoned A/C & HVAC, interior painting '23. Homeowner added privacy fence on side and in front of the property '19, invisible pet fence '20, additional insulation in attic and crawl space in '22, outside trim painted '22. This home is sunny and bright with so much flexibility in the floorplan and a fantastic location near great walking paths, close to highway, school, park and shopping!