1202 Elmwood Road

From the moment you approach this stunning 6 Bedroom 6 Bath home you will get the feeling that you've been swept up into a forgotten whimsical era.. The unique architecture, the brick and circular driveway , and the charming Carriage Garage leave no doubt this is a one of a kind opportunity to own such a precious piece of history. From the moment you enter through the parlor you are greeted by a warm and welcoming Sitting Room ~ perfect for cozy quiet nights reading by the fire ~ Leading into a serene, airy and traditional to the era office. Flowing through the first floor we lead to an Timeless Dining Rom with Custom Built in Storage and China Cabinets tucked charmingly into the corners . Off the Dining Room You will find a Custom Entertainers Dream Chefs Kitchen~ Complete with Granite Counters, Designer Tile Backsplash, Abundant Cabinetry, Coffee Station, Desk / Organization Corner , and upscale Stainless Appliances : including a Double Oven, Double Gas Top Range, Dishwasher, and Commercial Refrigerator. Tucked off the Kitchen is an Ornate Vintage Half Bath with original fixtures still in tact. Throughout this home you you can feel touches of it's history with soaring ceilings, vintage fixtures , Gone with the Wind elaborate carved Staircases, and concealed nooks and crannies. The Kitchen Opens Up to one of the most Elaborate Entertaining Areas one might find ~ A 28 by 20 Family Room with Soaring Ceilings, Large Open Windows, Skylights, Floor to Ceiling Custom Built in Wet Bar with Seating, Fireplace, and a 15 by 17 Eat in Hearth Room . Situated just off the Kitchen is one of the most unique additions to any home ~ a Mother in Law Suite ~ complete with floor to ceiling windows, Full Bath, secondary steps to the upper level as well as it's own side entry into the home. The Upper Level Contains 4 Large Bedrooms with Spacious Closets , Unique Sitting Areas, and Customs Built Ins , Laundry Room , 2 Full Baths, Walk Up Fully Floored Attic, as well as the Expansive Master Suite . The 19 by 18 Master Suite Features a Full Custom Built In Feature Wall with Dressers , Tray Ceilings, Master Bath with Double Vanity, Oversized Walk in Closet and Separate Shower. The Lower Level of this home Boasts what some in the original era may have referred to as a gentleman's club parlor ~ perfectly suited for pool, cards, gaming, late nights sharing adventures and stories by the fire ~ I'm sure told for generations to come . With the addition of a wet bar and bath ~ it is the perfect place to unwind. There is also a large storage area currently used as an Exercise Room and a Mechanical Room with abundant Storage. Off the Family Room Addition to the home you will find access to the Backyard Entertaining Oasis ~ perfect for family gatherings ~ With an oversized Covered Patio, Skylights, and not one but 3 additional Patio areas to accommodate the masses . Professionally Landscaped and Fully Fenced ~ with a Dog Run located off the Carriage Garage, this unique piece of history is just waiting for it's newest owner to call it home . Located mere steps to BHS , Washington Grade School and the Coveted Bloomington Country Club ~ with quick and easy access to State Farm, Rivian, Country Companies , IWU and ISU.