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Built in 1969 in the grand French provincial style, the gracious home at 297 Gatesby Road in Riverside is ready for a new owner.
At 3,750 square feet, the five-bedroom, four-bathroom home with gourmet kitchen, huge recreation room and four-car garage offers comfortable, luxury living in beautiful, historic Riverside.
The commanding home offers an impressive first impression with its sturdy white brick construction, dominant black roof, dormers and sharp black wood shutters. Professional landscaping accentuates the beauty of the estate.
Both ornate and handsome, 297 Gatesby Road is as well-appointed as it is well situated.
Located on a cul-de-sac, the neighborhood is quiet and pastoral, with old trees and lovely homes. Transportation to the city is a short walk away, as are parks, schools and more.
Inside, the white tiled foyer offers a view of the sweeping staircase. The buff-colored carpeted living room (22-by-15 feet) has two, wide windows overlooking Gatesby Road.
All rooms have lovely, crisp white ceiling and floor trim work. A massive, ornate crystal chandelier is the focal point of the carpeted formal dining room.
The updated gourmet kitchen (23-by-15) has warm cherry cabinetry, crisp tiled flooring and a center island. The stainless-steel appliances are all high quality. Recessed lighting, solid-surface counters, a double oven and plenty of room for a table and chairs make this kitchen a standout.
A club-like, wood-paneled first-floor family room (22-by-15) has rich blue carpeting and a wood-burning fireplace. The first-floor laundry/utility room is white, bright and airy. The first-floor bathroom offers a pedestal sink and high ceiling.
Upstairs, the master bedroom suite is carpeted, and the bathroom offers double sinks and a full shower. A spacious carpeted private area offers double closets.
The second floor hosts five bedrooms, all large and well proportioned. Additional full bathrooms are very large with plenty of cabinetry/storage space.
The recreation room (31-by-16) is on the lower level and is fully carpeted. Inset lighting, built in storage and more make this a practical and versatile space.
The backyard is lush and resplendent with blooming perennials. A huge patio space with areas for grilling and outdoor entertaining abound.
Offered at $1.159 million, interested parties may contact Joan Wiaduck of Gaslight Realty at 312-518-9939 or e-mail her at gaslightrealty@sbcglobal.net.
Many photos of the home are featured at www.gaslightrealtyil.com.