Stunning Beverly Drive Soft Contemporary with a Frank Lloyd Wright Influence on a Gorgeous 80’ x 200’ Lot
Situated on ultra-exclusive Beverly Drive in prestigious Old Highland Park, 3421 Beverly Drive is a fabulous soft contemporary residence with a Frank Lloyd Wright influence nestled on a gorgeous 80’ x 200’ lot with a circular drive, fabulous pol and spa, and breathtaking grounds. Completely remodeled and expanded to perfection, the two-story manse is in immaculate, move in condition with the space, finish and amenities sought by any discerning buyer. Details include spacious entertaining rooms with elegant proportions, custom Cherry wood cabinetry and millwork, gleaming hardwoods, deep molding, Lutron lighting system with custom lighting treatments, antique barn beam detailing and gorgeous marble, granite and limestone finishes throughout. The stunning residence offers 8,173 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, 5.1 baths, nine entertaining areas, two dining areas, a basement with wine room, elevator, three fireplaces, two wet bars, covered terrace, outdoor veranda with fireplace, Koi pond, pool and spa, and a three-car garage with porte cochere.
Through the wood door flanked by leaded glass windows, the elegant front foyer gleans with handsome Cherry wood wainscoting and gleaming hardwood floors, whose texture is deftly highlighted by a stairway with Cherry wood balusters leading upstairs to the second level. Providing great entertaining flow, a series of arched openings creates a line of sight through the house and properly accent entry to the formal areas, and where richly stained hardwood floors continue. Capped by a Cherry wood cross-beamed ceiling and centered by a wood-burning fireplace, with a tile surround and a wood carved mantle, the living room is appointed with Cherry wood paneled walls, dual love seating, and floor-to-ceiling windows providing scenic views of the front veranda and landscaped grounds. Across the hallway, the music room is graced by Cherry wood paneling and conveniently flows to the sun room, dining room and through the butler’s pantry to the kitchen. Crowned by a painted bead board ceiling, the sun room is adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors, which yield natural light on the slate floors and also open to the front veranda and side grounds. Adjacent, stone walls and limestone flooring accent the sun-lit dining room, and floor-to-ceiling windows provide scenic views of the Koi pond and side grounds. Conveniently serving the entertaining areas is a granite-topped wet bar, featuring a stainless steel bar sink, paneled ice maker, a bar serving area and built-ins. The dining room also flows to the great room and through a Cherry wood paneled hall library to the kitchen. Capped by a cross-beamed ceiling with antique wood beams acquired from Vermont barns, the oversized Cherry wood paneled great room showcases a stone wood-burning fireplace with chimney wall and an antique barn beam mantle, built-ins with bookcases and views into the kitchen and of the side grounds. French doors open to an incredible indoor/outdoor room, with 10-foot ceilings, stone and stucco walls, Pennsylvania Bluestone flooring and retractable floor-to-ceiling window doors (Nana Sliding Wall System), which open to the covered terrace, veranda and pool area. Serving the area are outdoor kitchen facilities, including a granite-trimmed wet bar, with Cherry wood cabinetry and a stainless steel built-in grill with vent, bar sink and a refrigerator. Crowned by a vaulted skylight wall and antique barn beams, the chef’s kitchen showcases Cherry wood cabinetry, granite counters, premier stainless steel and paneled appliances, including Asko, Bosch, Dacor, GE Monogram, and SubZero, a large island with breakfast bar, desk area, additional breakfast bar and a large breakfast area, which is replete with nearby pantry closets and also opens to the porte cochere and the outdoors. A nearby elevator and staircase also lead upstairs to the second floor. Adjacent to the kitchen is also a room-size serving butlery, which features abundant built-ins with granite counters, a SubZero wine cooler refrigerator, and illuminated glass front top cabinets. The Cherry wood paneled basement boasts a cigar humidor and a glass wall opens to reveal an incredible refrigerated wine room with abundant wine racks. Fully equipped, a utility room has granite counters and Calico limestone flooring, hanging racks and room for a full size washer and dryer. A mud nook, with Calico limestone floors and a hidden dog run under the stairs, opens to the garage. A gorgeous pool bath, with Calico limestone and slate-patterned floors, and a granite-topped powder room, accented with Cherry wood paneled wainscoting and grass cloth walls, complete the first floor. Additionally, speakers for selected sound are featured throughout, and specially milled thin plank oak floors in the new addition were designed to match the home’s original hardwood floors.
Second level of living is equally sumptuous. Crowned by a two-story vaulted wood beamed ceiling, the dramatic game room is oversized and boasts neutral carpeting, built-ins with bookcases and a granite-topped wet bar, with a stainless steel bar sink and a paneled refrigerator with ice maker. The game room also opens to both a private balcony and the master suite balcony, each accented with wood and iron balusters and overlooking the pool area. With views of the front grounds, a spacious exercise room showcases a curved vaulted ceiling with hardwood floors, built-in bookcases, a mirrored wall and a wet bar, with granite counters and a stainless steel bar sink. A Cherry wood paneled study with wainscoting reflects its purpose with a built-in desk and bookcases trimmed with deep molding and special lighting. The luxurious master suite’s credentials reveal light-filled windows, featuring Conrad natural blinds and blackout shades, neutral carpeting, and also opens to a private balcony with an iron-grilled spiral staircase leading down to the pool area. The gorgeous white Calcutta marble bath is exquisite and graced with dual vanities, a jetted tub, separate double steam shower, vaulted skylight wall and His and Hers huge walk-in closets. The additional four bedrooms range in size and style, some with bookshelves, desks, and all with Conrad natural blinds and large walk-in closets. An inviting upstairs den serves as a center hall to three of the bedrooms and is topped with an illuminated faux skylight. Additionally, one of the bedrooms boasts a lovely faux fireplace, surrounded by marble with a wood carved mantle. Serving the bedrooms are three fabulous baths, with travertine, white Carrera marble or ceramic tile.
Outside, the spectacular backyard grounds and pool is an entertaining utopia! The covered terrace showcases Pennsylvania Bluestone decking and also overlooks incredible views of a stunning pool and spa with fountains surrounded by Calico limestone and Pennsylvania Bluestone decking, an expansive veranda with a stone wood-burning fireplace, Koi pond and verdant landscaped side grounds. All set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. The triple tandem garage reveals abundant storage and has a front and rear entry. A porte cochere completes this stunning estate. Additional amenities include: three-colored Calico limestone and a stucco and stone exterior, wood and stone fence, Lentz landscape lighting, window coverings, abundant storage space, including a climate controlled cedar closet, and a security and sprinkler system. For a private showing, contact Doris Jacobs at 214-537-3399 or view dorisjacobs.com.
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Doris Jacobs
Senior Executive Vice President
& Founding Partner
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