500 Marian Court, Tower Lakes, IL, United States being shown by @properties Christie’s International Real Estate with MLS # 12129791

Stunning WATERFRONT contemporary hillside RANCH with breathtaking water views! Located at the back of a private wooded cul-de-sac on a 1+ acre lot filled with beautiful perennial gardens and gorgeous landscaping. A boat landing is located nearby providing easy access to the main lake or Davlin's Pond. Paddle a boat, kayak or canoe through a tunnel from the property to the lake or ice skate on nearby Davlin's Pond in the winter. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee on the stamped concrete landing at the water's edge or relax on the extensive wrap-around composite decks or stamped concrete patio off of the walkout basement. This is outdoor living at its finest! The gourmet chef's kitchen is equipped to handle all of your culinary needs with miles of granite counters, Cavco solid hardwood birch cabinets and dove-tailed drawers, butcher block-topped peninsula with pendant lighting above, pantry cabinet with pullouts, all stainless steel appliances, and a planning desk. The living room has tons of windows offering fabulous lake views and natural light, a skylight, and French doors to the deck. The primary suite is a true retreat with its 9-foot Brazilian cherry tray ceiling, gas log fireplace, and walk-in California Closet built-in system. The luxurious primary bath with heated floor boasts 2 individual over-sized granite topped cherry vanities, Jacuzzi bath (with 10 jets!), and a walk-in shower with bench, 4 body jets, and both rainfall and handheld shower heads-no more traffic jams when trying to get ready to start your day or unwinding at the end of a busy day! There are 3 additional bedrooms, two of which are very large (approximately 264 square feet each!). All bedrooms have sliders or French doors to either the deck or stamped concrete patio, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The walkout lower level includes a family room with French doors to the outside, built-in cherry cabinets/entertainment center, an area that could be used as a bar, quiet reading space, game room, office...which includes a bar sink, beverage fridge, granite-topped counters, cherry paneling and built-in bookcases and a convenient half bath. The light-filled open floor plan includes vaulted beamed ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, large windows, and skylights. In addition to the fireplace in the primary bedroom, there are two more fireplaces - both are double-sided (one with one side wood-burning and the other gas logs in the walkout lower level, and the other with gas logs on both sides between the kitchen and living room). Two full baths on the main level (one of which was updated in 2021 with a new shower, vanity, lighting, and luxury vinyl plank flooring is conveniently located near the mudroom for easy rinsing off after a day on the sandy beach). Mudroom/laundry room with pantry and utility sink. Additional highlights include a large, deep 3-car heated garage with attic storage above (heater 2022), newer architectural shingle roof (2021), newer driveway (2019), zoned heating and AC (one newer high-efficiency furnace and one newer AC both 2016), Whirlpool washer and dryer (2021), Frigidaire oven and Panasonic microwave (both 2022), tankless water heater (2019), tanked water heater (2022), and beverage fridge (2018). The home also features two separate entrances (main entrance and an entrance near mudroom off of the driveway). The main entrance has been redone with Trex decking, solid cedar posts, pine paneling, and a stamped concrete pathway. As a member of the exclusive Tower Lakes community, you'll have access to a host of recreational amenities, including a private beach, fishing spots, non-motorized boating, ice skating, several parks and tennis/pickleball courts. Enjoy a vibrant social calendar with events such as 4th of July celebration, Chili Cookoff, Progressive Dinner, and more! Award-winning Barrington Schools complete this perfect package. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a waterfront piece of paradise in Tower Lakes!

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