Every day is vacation in this mint condition 3BR/3.2BA Windings manor home nestled on a heavily wooded lot backing to a stream.  Enjoy the beautiful sounds and sights of the outdoors on the front paver patio or backyard deck.  Inside, you'll be pleased with the neutral décor, open floor plan and cozy gas log fireplace.  The impressive vaulted eat-in kitchen boasts granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.  Unwind in the convenient first floor master suite complete with private bath and deck.  Additional feature include a finished walkout basement, built-ins, mature landscaping and a 2-car garage.

For more information on this home, or to schedule your own private viewing, call The Kombrink Team at 630-488-3300.  You can tour this St Charles IL Home online right now!

4BR/2.1BA Two Story priced at $285,000

Just move in and enjoy this spacious 4BR/2.1BA two story home!  Conveniently located adjacent to park and close to shopping and the Metra station.  Relax on your covered front porch complete with lighted paddle fan.  Step inside to find a soaring two story foyer with beamed ceiling, tile flooring and arched openings to the living room.  Catch up with friends and family in the large and inviting living room.  Enjoy special meals in the formal dining room with peaceful backyard views.  Bring out your inner-chef in the large eat-in kitchen with tons of cabinet and counter space, tile backsplash and closet pantry.  Perfect for entertaining and relaxing, the step down family room boasts a beautiful wall-to-wall masonry fireplace with built-in display shelves.  Rounding out the main floor is a powder room and convenient main level laundry with tile flooring, utility sink and counters.  Upstairs, bedroom sizes are generous and include the master suite with crown molding, backyard views, walk-in closet and private bath.  All of the bedrooms offer the comfort and convenience of ceiling fans.  Providing even more space, the finished basement hosts a large rec room with 2nd masonry fireplace and tons of storage.  Relax out back on the patio, large deck or even take a dip in the pool.  There's a lot of home for the money here!

For more information, or to schedule your own private viewing, call The Kombrink Team today at 630-488-3300.  Find out more about this Elburn IL Home for sale here!

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Drop dead gorgeous 4BR/5.1BA brick and stone executive estate sited on 1.35 acre lot with pond!  Countless amenities and true quality craftsmanship abound.  Step inside to the grand two-story foyer to find an open and inviting floor plan.  Enjoy special meals with friends and family in the formal dining room complete with arched openings and hardwood flooring.  The extensive trim detail is evident throughout this home.  Star in your own cooking show in the gourmet kitchen boasting granite countertops, commercial grade stainless steel appliances, center island with prep sink, 6-burner gas cooktop with pot filler and more!  Entertain and relax in the soaring two story family room with impressive floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.  Unwind in the first floor master suite with vaulted ceiling, hardwood flooring and French door to a paver patio.  The luxury bath includes a whirlpool tub, separate vanities, oversize shower with multiple body sprayers and His and Her walk-in closets.  Rounding out the main level is a den, eating area, spacious laundry room and powder room.  Upstairs, bedroom sizes are generous and there's even an expansive 31x20 bonus room.  The finished lower level provides even more living space with a rec room, study, bar area, game room and full bath.  The good life continues outside on the huge paver patio with outdoor fireplace and large inground pool.  There truly is a lot to love here and no detail has been forgotten!

For more information on this home, or to schedule your own private viewing, call The Kombrink Team today at 630-488-3300.  Or you can tour this Elgin IL Home for sale right now!

This custom built Barczi home in Tanglewood Hills offers show stopping quality craftsmanship beyond this price range!  You'll be impressed by the extensive detailed trim work, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel high end appliances and fixtures.  The soaring two story family room is perfect for entertaining and relaxing with a gorgeous floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.  There's even a first floor den and sunroom.  Unwind in the master suite complete with 2nd fireplace and spa-like bath.  Enjoy the good life outside with professional landscaping, stone work and maintenance-free Trex decking.  You'll love the views as this home backs to the prairie path.  All of this plus the wonderful neighborhood amenities including clubhouse, pool and tennis courts.  What more could you ask for?

For more information on this home, or to schedule your own private viewing, call The Kombrink Team today at 630-488-3300.  You can also view this Batavia IL house online right now!

Stunning home with all the extras!  Nestled on a picturesque lot, this home provides the peacefulness and serenity you have been looking for!  The mature landscaping, stamped concrete patio, wood deck, and stunning underground pool are all exceptional features of this home.  As you enter the dramatic two-story foyer with faux-finish walls, you realize you are in for a decorator's delight!  The den/office features a double French door entry with transom window, crown molding, and neutral carpeting.  Entertaining in the dining room will be a pleasure as your guests admire the crown molding, wainscoting, and beautiful chandelier with medallion.  Grab your favorite book and retreat to the living room which features crown molding and two built-in bookcases.  Your family will enjoy playing games or watching a movie in the tastefully decorated family room.  This room features a gas fireplace and a beautiful bay window with transom.  Fabulous features of the kitchen include Stainless steel appliances, a center island with Granite countertop, Maple cabinetry with crown, Corian countertops, recessed lighting and a large eat-in area.  An added bonus is the sunroom which features a vaulted ceiling with skylights and lighted ceiling fan, hardwood flooring, and a large Palladium window.  A stunning tray ceiling with two ceiling fans is a focal point of the master suite.  You are sure to enjoy relaxing in the master bath with whirlpool tub, new double-bowl vanity, and skylight.  All three remaining bedrooms feature crown molding, ceiling fans, and large closets.  Providing a resort feeling to this home is the spectacular underground pool with stamped concrete patio and deck.  You won't feel the need to vacation, because you can vacation in your own backyard!  This home is truly one-of-a kind!  It shows like a model and is move-in ready!

For more information on this home, or to schedule your own private viewing, call The Kombrink Team at 630-488-3300. You can also tour this St Charles IL home online right now!

This 5BR/3.1BA Black Walnut Trails traditional is sited on a large landscaped corner lot and is sure to please!  A large covered front porch and impressive brick front welcome you home.  Step inside to find a soaring two-story foyer complete with plant shelf and hardwood flooring with tile inlay.  Catch up with friends and family in the inviting living room.  Enjoy those special meals in the formal dining room with pleasing backyard views.  Bring out your inner-chef in the gourmet eat-in kitchen.  You'll find granite countertops, stainless steel KitchenAid appliances and 42" custom cabinetry with crown and under-cabinet lighting.  The eating area offers a great spot for a quick snack or your morning coffee and provides a sliding glass door to the backyard patio.  Perfect for relaxing and entertaining, the spacious family room boasts a masonry woodburning fireplace and built-in bookcase.  Rounding out the main level is a powder room with pedestal sink, large laundry room with tile flooring and 5th bedroom which could also be used as an office.  Upstairs, bedroom sizes are generous and include the master suite with double door entry and cathedral ceiling.  The luxury master bath provides a whirlpool tub, full body spray shower and walk-in closet.  You'll also find a full basement with rough-in for bath, convenient central vacuum and security system.  This custom home has it all!

For more information on this home, or to schedule your own private viewing, call The Kombrink Team at 630-488-3300 or tour this Sugar Grove IL Home now!