A gorgeous private estate home sited perfectly on a 1.72 acre lot in Long Grove, in the esteemed Stevenson High School district. With 5,800 square feet on the first two floors and a finished walk-out lower level adding another 2,200 square feet of finished space, this exquisite home has 5 bedrooms and 5.2 baths. Upon entering the house, you immediately feel the bright open floorplan with a large two story foyer with custom staircase and flanked by the dining room with cove ceiling and living room, ready to handle all your entertaining needs. From the foyer the house flows into the two story family room with fireplace and a wall of windows bringing in the views of the beautiful backyard. The kitchen is open to the family room, sun room and eating area, and is expansive with 3 islands, 3 sinks and professional grade appliances, including a Thermador cooktop with 6 burners and a griddle with professional grade ventilation above, double oven, microwave, dishwasher, SubZero refrigerator/freezer, ice maker, wine refrigerator and reverse osmosis water system. The octagonal eating area is perfect for dining and includes a door to the brick patio. There are large windows all along the back of the house bringing in light and views to these southeast facing rooms, offering a peaceful sanctuary. The thoughtful floor plan continues with a private office with built-ins for working at home off the foyer, and two half baths plus a large laundry/utility room with storage closets. There is both a front and back staircase to access the second floor, where you will find four bedrooms all ensuite and all with walk-in closets. The primary suite is a sanctuary in itself with a fireplace and balcony overlooking the backyard, two walk-in closets, and a luxurious primary bath with Jacuzzi tub, steam shower, heated floors and two water closets. An additional loft space upstairs can function as a second office or study area. The walk out lower level has tall ceilings and features a game room, exercise room, theater room and fifth bedroom and full bath. The stunning backyard has a three level tiered brick patio accessible from the sun room, eating area and walkout lower level and includes an outdoor grill, gas firepit and wood firepit. With exquisite views of the woods, and Buffalo Creek Forest Preserve behind you, this home has privacy, views and outdoor space beyond compare. 2019 Cedur Synthetic Shake Roof, 2019 Tankless Water Heater, 2017 high efficient HVAC, 2011 generator. A home that has been upgraded and maintained by its original owners. A must see for anyone looking for a large estate home in the Stevenson High School district, convenient to downtown Long Grove and all amenities!