5317 Turvey Court Downers Grove, IL 60515

This Masterpiece is located on 2 cul-de-sacs in Denburn Woods, a neighborhood rich in history & the western suburbs' crown jewel! Just blocks from vibrant downtown Downers Grove, Denburn Woods is adjacent to Maple Grove Forest & The Avery Coonley School; near Fishel Park & Bandshell, Farmers Market, parks & baseball fields; blocks from the Metra BNSF Train Station with express ~25-minute trains to Chicago Union Station & in top-rated schools. Wind along the neighborhood roads & up the hill to the highest point in the neighborhood: 5317 Turvey Ct. This remarkable, European & R. Harold Zook-inspired estate offers the luxury of comfort, privacy, convenience, space, and bespoke finishes with superior construction & unique finishes. One is immediately greeted by the undulating rooflines, crescent shaped paver stone & asphalt driveway, extraordinary stone, wrought iron, & wood work, as well as gracious landscaping. The original owner spared no expense, investing several million dollars & committed 4+ years working with architects, designers, European & American craftsmen to create an intimate, elegant & comfortable floor plan & resort-style estate with a European flair. Chicago Home & Garden featured the home in a multi-page article highlighting the design & details. Interior features include 9,437 sq. ft. of finished 3 levels, 1st floor living & related living/in-law arrangement possible. The attention to detail is remarkable; some of the beauty includes the heated Jerusalem Stone flooring, 100-year old hewn cut timber which is incorporated into architectural details of the main house & Coach House interior, cathedral & turreted-inspired ceilings, wrought iron work, plus hidden details abound, especially in the stonework. All flooring on the main level is heated including the garage. Windows are placed for maximum sight lines & privacy. Every design decision considered convenience & comfort. The home features 4 bedrooms (easy to make 6 bedrooms), main level Primary Suite, main level 2nd Bedroom with barreled ceiling & built-in cabinetry used as an office. The Great Room is just that, a GREAT ROOM, with expansive 43' cathedral ceilings punctuated by historic timber, magnificent stone fireplace, views of the backyard. The Dining Room is a circular shaped room with a wall of windows overlooking the upper terraced patio, stone fireplace, built-in cabinetry & adorned by a historic timber turret ceiling. The Chef's Kitchen is designed for function & entertaining. Featuring soapstone countertops, luxury appliances, multiple pantries, butcher-block countertop wet bar & built-ins, window seat, & breakfast bar. The heated Sun Room features 3 walls of windows, stone fireplace, heated stone floor, & access to the upper terraced patio. The 2nd level features fabulous views of the main level & yard, 2 Bedroom Suites, Sitting Room, hallway window seat overlooking the Great Room cathedral ceiling. The widow's walk hallway allows for up close enjoyment of the timber ceilings & columns. The walk-out lower level offers a wonderful space for entertaining & daily living, a restaurant-style rounded pub with a historic timber turret style ceiling & built-in beverage coasters along the adjacent hallway achieving a historic British pub essence, family room with a stone fireplace, timber, wrought iron work, stone flooring & access to the lower terraced stone patio. The exercise room can be converted to 5th & 6th bedrooms, gym-size steam shower, full bathroom, multiple storage rooms, & access to the garage. Exterior features include a 2.5 car attached garage, numerous terraced blue stone patios, gazebo, space to build an in-ground pool, incredible landscaping, & a 2-story Coach House all nestled on the 3/4 acre lot. The Coach House is insulated, heated, adorned by the same historic timber as the house, hidden designs in stonework, solid wood sliding doors, & can accommodate a prized vehicle, boat, or used for work, entertaining & storage. Move Confidently!