1000 sheridan road

Stunning c. 1919 Mayo & Mayo Lakeshore Historic District landmark home. This architectural masterpiece has been beautifully renovated with unfailing attention to original detail. The minute you enter the enormous elegant entry foyer you know you're someplace special. Lovingly maintained, absolutely immaculate, move-in condition. All 4800+ square feet of this gem have been freshly painted light grey with new transitional style modern lighting added throughout. Stunning original vintage details: plaster cornices, faux limestone block walls, pargeted ceilings, original mantles with wood burning fireplaces, and gorgeous dark walnut stained hardwood floors throughout. Massive sun drenched living, dining and sun room all face south and east for maximum light your plants will love! Elegant original floor plan is perfect for casual living and entertaining big or small. Gourmet cook's Knutson kitchen with furniture grade custom white Shaker style cabinetry, Thermador professional stainless steel range, oven and separate convection oven and overhead hood, plus built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator and Bosch DW. Sunny corner breakfast room with built-in banquette perfect for everyday meals. Five spacious bedrooms with three beds, two baths on second level plus two beds and one bath on third level perfect for home offices or guest suite. Huge primary bedroom with en-suite vintage style bath, double closets, wood burning fireplace and sunroom feels like a private retreat. Newer HVAC, electrical and plumbing all visible in the spotlessly clean and dry basement that triples as home gym/play room/bonus room. Tankless hot water heater. Nest Thermostat. Great cool storage options for your wine collection, too. Brand new tear off cedar shake roof with copper detailing and rounded edges give this home it's unique charm. Rare 150' wide south-east facing corner lot bathes every room in natural light all year long. Fabulous new deck and pergola steps from kitchen for summer time fun! Charming front and side gardens match the home's English cottage style. Spacious two car garage with electric car charging station. Short walk to el/Metra, Lincoln School, Lee St. beach and the lakefront paths. Hard to find iconic North Shore home that's "just the right size" and only one short block to beach!