8S223 Derby Drive
Naperville, IL 60540

This bespoke estate evokes the relaxed air of an English countryside manor home on 2.5 acres minutes from town & train. The stone, brick & stucco facade, adorned w/copper & reclaimed wood accents beckons you into an expansive floor plan designed for extraordinary living & entertaining. From the moment you step inside, impeccable attention to detail and craftsmanship are displayed in pristine turnkey condition. A grand two-story entry ushers you inside where a sweeping staircase, limestone fireplaces and intricate millwork and ironwork await. Jerusalem limestone, wide-planked, quartersawn and rift white oak floors, recently refinished in a natural matte finish & new refreshed paint in light neutrals blend traditional & modern throughout, giving the entire residence a sense of timeless authenticity. Gracious rooms for entertaining lead you from the living room through the formal dining room & into the kitchen. Designed by Darl Grooters, the kitchen envelops you in luxury with its stunning interplay of wood & painted cabinet finishes, Circa Lighting, two center islands, one for working and one for gathering, granite counters & professional chef's appliances from Dacor, Viking, GE Monogram. Thoughtfully designed for entertaining, the kitchen features two full sized sinks, two dishwashers, generous pantry space & many hidden" extras" such as a mixer stand, bread drawer, appliance drawer with power, dish towel pull-out, and more to keep counters streamlined and clear of clutter. A sunny, bowed breakfast room with stunning floor to ceiling windows and warmed by the full-height stacked stone center fireplace open to the impressive family room with center stacked limestone fireplace, soaring coffer ceiling and two walls of windows that bring in abundant natural light and view of the serene, wooded 2.5 acre yard. A spiral staircase leads you from the family room to the upper library nook. The main level is further enhanced by a stately home office with rich paneled walls and ceiling, the first of two laundry centers, a functional rear entrance mudroom with three large closets custom fitted by TailorMade, a powder room and full bath as well as a private sunroom for intimate gatherings of family and friends and access to the newly rebuilt multi level paver patio with gas grill hook-up, lounge and spa areas - perfect for warmer days to come! On the second level, there is a convenient second laundry room, work from home nook, and four generously sized bedroom suites, including the magnificent owner's suite, w/spectacular bowed sitting room, gas fireplace, large walk-in closet with center island, suit closet, jewelry drawers & more, and a sumptuous spa bath with floor to ceiling handmade tile from Chicago Tile, custom dual vanity with seated make-up area, creamy marble tops, luxurious deep tub, & steam shower with rainfall showerhead. All bedrooms are embellished w/volume ceilings & private baths. Bedroom 2 has an ensuite bath, & bedrooms 3 & 4 share a jack-n-jill bath. The third level offers a large playroom & fifth bedroom suite with private full bath, large walk-in closet plus storage in the finished attic. A back staircase leads to the full walk-out basement with an English style pub, large recreation room, full bath, game area and workout area, plus ample storage closets and separate staircase to the 4 car garage. Elevator ready w/reinforced elevator shaft in place. The basement and the 4 car garage benefit from radiant heat that keep the spaces comfortable year round. Garage with parking for four cars offers high ceilings to accommodate lifts, a security system & much more combine to make this property a truly singular masterpiece in Naperville. Beyond the residence, a magical outdoor setting awaits with stone walkways, a stone patio, tastefully manicured landscaping & more. Flawless in design & execution, and is teeming with custom finishes & features intended for a luxury lifestyle. **Lake Michigan water hook-up on street in front*