Evanston, IL 60201 1335 Asbury Avenue

This beautiful home, built originally in 1882 by Asa Lyon and later enhanced in 1912 by Watson and Tallmadge (both who worked for Daniel Burnham), is the epitome of understated elegance. With 12' ceilings and beautiful original wood molding and hardwood floors throughout, there is a spacious yet to scale sensibility. The layout of the house is such that rooms can be repurposed based on your lifestyle. The entry with its arched doorway steps leads up to a foyer with a stunning staircase. On one side you will find the immense living room complete with wood burning fireplace and windows on two sides. French doors flank the fireplace leading out to the sun porch. The dining room, which is large enough to hold a large dinner party, sits outside the homes pretty kitchen and flows into a generous sitting room - perfect for a casual conversation after dining. The three season sunroom is off the sitting area and overlooks a small courtyard. The kitchen overlooks the bluestone patio and has beautiful wood cabinetry and high-end appliances. Between the kitchen and garage is a fantastic mudroom convenient for unloading daily purchases. Upstairs you will be overwhelmed by the large and sunny primary bedroom complete with another wood burning fireplace, beautiful window line and walk in closet. The primary en suite bath features a separate shower and whirlpool bath and an additional custom closet. All three remaining bedrooms on the second floor have plenty of closet space and one includes a tandem sleeping porch. The third-floor family room is spacious with plenty of light and tree top views. Off the family room is a full kitchenette to save time from heading down to the kitchen for refreshments and snacks. There is also an additional bedroom and full bath on this level. Outdoors enjoy the huge patio along with a large lawn bordered by gorgeous perennials and mature trees. Convenient parking with an attached two car garage and exterior parking spaces. Walk to downtown, the lake, trains, shops and restaurants. This home has everything one needs to call it their own. Don't miss this beauty!