875 Bemis Road
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Character and Tranquil Ambiance surround this Custom Built Spacious 2 story brick home designed in the English Tudor style and quietly nestled on high ground overlooking a peaceful creek. The front porch provides a nice welcome with a sitting bench and leads to the freshly painted Foyer. The spacious formal Dining Room has room for a large table and has hardwood flooring. The Living Room has hardwood flooring as well and French doors leading to the Family Room. Adjacent to the Living Room is a delightful Sunroom with walls of full height windows, a European Country mural, bar sink, and a sliding glass door to deck overlooking the Creekside Garden where you can spot an occasional Blue Heron, Wood Duck, or Mallard. The Family Room features a lovely fireplace flanked by full height, built in shelving and a beautiful Bay Window overlooking the creek and backyard. Flowing from the Family Room is the informal Dining Area with access to the large Ponderosa Pinewood deck with high-end power awning providing cool shade during the day and ambient lighting at night. The Kitchen features granite countertops, stainless appliances, custom cabinetry, island, business nook & walk in pantry. Adjacent to the Kitchen is a 1/2 Bath and Mud Room equipped with utility sink, secondary washer & dryer hook up, coat closet and access to the backyard. The 2-car garage has tandem bonus space perfect for recreational gear, tools & machinery as well as a secondary direct staircase to the basement Work Room. The 2nd floor boasts 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths & brand-new carpeting! The freshly painted Master Suite includes a walk-in closet, bright and cheery, well-equipped Laundry Room and a charming Sitting Room with vaulted ceiling, exposed wood beams, new pendant lighting, bay window, and built-in shelving. The Master Bath features double vanities, whirlpool tub, separate shower, and a heat lamp. The 2nd Bedroom has a walk-in closet leading to the unfinished attic space which is currently used as 2nd floor storage or awaits your custom finishes. The 3rd Bedroom en-suite full bath and 4th bedroom have serene views of the wood-lined backyard. The finished basement features vintage nautical charm with tons of storage closets, brass railings, white-washed shiplap, and pendant lanterns throughout. There is a carpeted Playroom adjacent to the Workshop with direct staircase to the garage, a Den with built in shelves, electric fireplace, ambient recessed lighting and kitchenette, and a bonus room that could be used as a Work-Out room with 1/2 bath. The grounds are landscaped with perennial, annual, and shade gardens to enjoy all summer long plus a water fountain. The creek flows along the southwest corner of the wood-lined fenced backyard complete with a shed and playground/play set. This home was thoughtfully built, intelligently engineered, and well maintained by the original builder/owner! Too many building upgrades to mention here. See the separate sheet in Additional Information for the complete list. Such a fantastic location in Glen Ellyn with the Serene surroundings yet convenient to 355, shopping, and restaurants. Welcome Home!