3475 Sunset Dr., Spring Valley, IL 61362

Elegant and striking, this 5 bedroom, 6 bath home is nestled on the outskirts of Spring Valley on 1.16 acres. The two-story, gothic inspired, manganese brick house was built to accommodate a wide range of lifestyles and activities. The main floor houses a large library with oak bookshelves and a private bath, a music room, and a luxurious study with built-in shelves, granite countertops, and coffered wood ceiling. Entertainment is a breeze with a family room with gas fireplace, a kitchen with granite serving area and breakfast nook, and a large dining room with double glass doors leading to a spacious back porch. Step off the porch and into a fully fenced half-acre mature hardwood forest-a magical setting for sunset fires. The perimeter black aluminum fence has four access gates. Lock the gates to secure pets or leave two open to allow deer and fawns to come and graze. A mudroom, bathroom, and laundry room next to the back door keep nature outside. On the second floor, the suites and bedrooms open off a central entertainment room with a skylight. The primary suite has an octagon bedroom with arched, casement windows on five sides and double tray ceiling; a bathroom with deep tub, separate shower, toilet room, and double sinks; and a large walk-in closet. The guest suite houses a bedroom and private bathroom. Stairs from the main floor lead down to a full, unfinished basement with 8' high ceilings, a full bathroom, and a second set of stairs to access the four-car garage. Each of the four garage bays is equipped with an automatic door. The fourth bay is separated by an interior wall and door and can be used as a workroom. To conserve energy, 3 furnaces and 2 central air units allow the second floor, main floor/basement, and garage to run on different thermostats. Large casement windows throughout the home take advantage of natural breezes, and a whole house fan allows a quick exchange of air to minimize the need for summer cooling.