20159 Alison Trail, Mokena, IL 60448

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in desirable Foxborough Estates, this custom-built brick and stone residence was designed by people who thought about how a home is actually lived in. A turreted entry, steep-pitched rooflines, an extra-wide, extra-deep three-car garage, and a snow-melt heated driveway set the tone from the curb; inside, the details reveal themselves slowly. The two-story great room anchors the home, where a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace rises past a wrought-iron catwalk and arched, column-framed openings draw the eye from room to room. Brazilian cherry hardwood floors with hand-laid inlay borders run throughout, and custom millwork appears at every turn. The chef's kitchen pairs maple cabinetry with granite counters, a slate mosaic backsplash, a professional Viking rangetop beneath a stainless hood, and a windowed breakfast nook. A butler's pantry with a full wet bar, wine refrigerator, and lattice wine storage connects the kitchen to the formal dining room...