Welcome to 702 Hampton in the very popular Central Park Subdivision, an impressive custom-built home offering over three levels of thoughtfully designed living space, exceptional entertaining areas, and a highly desirable location backing to mature woods for added privacy. Situated on a quiet non-through street within the Belvidere North School District, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home combines timeless design with the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. A grand front entry with stately exterior columns sets the tone as you step inside to a dramatic foyer highlighted by oak flooring, an angled staircase, and soaring ceilings. The main level features elegant formal living and dining rooms accented with crown molding and white trim, along with a dedicated front office offering an ideal work-from-home setup. The spacious family room serves as the heart of the home, showcasing oak hardwood flooring, a gas fireplace, and open sightlines to the kitchen and dining areas. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring granite countertops, a granite-topped center island, custom cabinetry with numerous pull-outs, decorative plant shelving, double ovens, and an eat-in dining area with direct access to the composite deck overlooking the wooded backdrop. The main-floor primary suite offers a private retreat complete with hickory hardwood flooring, tray ceiling, two walk-in closets, and a spacious ensuite bath featuring dual vanities, a corner Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, and tile flooring. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an expansive bonus room behind French doors that can easily function as a media room, second family room, playroom, office, or flex space to fit your lifestyle. The finished lower level is an entertainer's dream. Highlights include a large recreation room, extensive wet bar with abundant cabinetry and countertop space, full-size refrigerator, built-in audio system, dedicated media room wired for sound, fifth bedroom with egress window and closet, full bath, and additional flex space ideal for a home gym, hobby room, theater, or craft room. The pool table with ping-pong conversion top is included, making this level ready for immediate enjoyment. Outside, enjoy the composite deck with privacy screen, outdoor fire table, outdoor bar, professional landscaping, and an eight-zone irrigation system. The wooded rear setting creates a peaceful backdrop rarely found in neighborhood living. Additional features include a three-car garage with luxury rubber flooring, Category 5 networking throughout the home, 200-amp electrical service with additional subpanel, owned water softener, built-in lower-level audio system, and abundant storage throughout. Offering space, flexibility, and exceptional entertaining opportunities both inside and out, this move-in-ready home is a rare opportunity in a sought-after Loves Park location. Included personal property: refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, double ovens, outdoor fire table, outdoor bar, lower-level refrigerator, pool table, and ping-pong conversion top. Brand new roof being installed! agent owned