Come home to the charms of small-town life with this fabulous five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom traditional home in Batavia. Located 40 miles west of Chicago, Batavia is a town filled with character that boasts plenty of shopping and dining to choose from. Highways like I-88 and I-294 are also nearby, so commuting will not be a problem. Also unique to this area is the Batavia School District, which is ranked as one of the most educationally advanced systems in the state of Illinois. In fact, Chicago Magazine named five of the elementary schools in the top 10 schools in Kane County. Youll find one elementary school within walking distance (just one block away). Also nearby is a park where you can play baseball, basketball and tennis. In addition, Batavia boasts a new, modern, spacious library facility and an expanding park system. This is truly a dynamic area! As you arrive at the home, youll notice that this beautiful piece of property is situated on a large corner lot, adorned with bushes, trees and a good-sized front lawn. To the right is a two-car attached garage, which is conveniently insulated and drywalled. Out in the generously sized backyard, youll find a six-foot wood privacy fence and an eight-by-eight-foot storage shed. Even better, this yard features a large play set that stays! Stepping inside the home, youll love the way the recent improvements such as new interior paint and updated lighting contribute to its modern feel. In the nearby living room, plush neutral carpeting and a large front picture makes this space inviting and cheerful. In the dining room, a soft paint color, custom window treatments and a view of the backyard add a casual touch to this formal space. High-quality appliances such as a Maytag side-by-side refrigerator and a Kenmore oven can be found in the cheerful kitchen, a space that features tons of gorgeous wood cabinets and an attractive ceramic backsplash. The built-in microwave, an especially convenient feature, is new within the last two years. This 20-by-15-foot space also includes a cute sitting area accessorized with a light fixture, as well as a door that leads out to the backyard. A built-in desk area is a very useful addition and two pantries leave plenty of room for storing away food items. Also, the kitchen opens directly into the family room, where youll be impressed by soaring cathedral ceilings and exposed wood beams. This room is 20-by-15-feet, and with the wood-burning fireplace and earthy paint colors, this room radiates warmth. Anderson windows let sunlight pour in and a ceiling fan keeps the air circulating. On the second floor, youll find the spectacular master bedroom, which features custom window treatments, a lighted ceiling fan and a double closet. Take a relaxing bath in the master bathrooms large Jacuzzi tub. The three guest bedrooms are also located upstairs, and each is painted in a lively color and has plenty of closet space. Also on this floor is the den, a versatile space complete with a walk-in closet and built-in shelving and cabinets. Heading down to the basement, youll find a wonderfully finished space with a rec room and a second den or additional bedroom. Also down here is a large 27 by 12 storage room and a laundry area with built-in wall-to-wall storage shelves. Additional washer and dryer hookups in the pantry closet in the kitchen make a first floor laundry area an option as well. Take the virtual tour at www.buyowner.com and enter C H I 15042.