This quiet private sanctuary is perched on a tree-lined street in the quaint village of Barrington. Enjoy the best of both worlds - solitude and a large fenced yard, yet just blocks to schools, shopping and dining. This contemporary home was expanded and renovated to provide flexible functional living space. A two-story foyer opens to a gracious living room with stunning art deco fireplace. This leads to the adjacent dining room with handcrafted maple and mahogany serving station. There's a private library with built in window seat, perfect for music, or working at home. The bright and spacious kitchen and large great room are the focal point of this creative home. Custom kitchen boasts commercial grade stainless steel appliances, oversized island, custom spalted maple and mahogany finishes and rich acid-stain concrete countertops. Great room has vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, hardwood floors, floor to ceiling fireplace, and opens to park-like fenced yard. Don't miss the two story bonus room, perfect for games, recreation or workshop. Main floor also has two bedrooms and one full and one half bath. Upstairs offer an ensuite master with sitting room and a fourth bedroom and full bath. Enjoy the nearby parks, playgrounds, and the Metra train. Bring your own decorating ideas to make this artistic home your own. New roof in 2017