Description of 100 Fairbank Road Riverside, IL 60546
Would you like to own a piece of history? Here it is - built in 1869 by Calvert Vaux in cooperation with Fredrick Law Olmsted, designer of Riverside and Central Park. Originally built as a summer home it now serves its owner's year round. Ideally located on a double lot providing scenic views of the park. As you would expect from a "grand lady" like this it features a large foyer to greet your guests and dramatic 11 ft. ceilings with hardwood floors and plantation shutters throughout and 4 fireplaces. Entertain in the large living room and family room. There is an eat-in-kitchen with a separate butler's pantry. 4 bedrooms, balcony and second floor laundry are perfect for family. Professionally landscaped corner lot with a 30 X 30 ft. gazebo for entertaining your guests outdoors. Gazebo doubles as a carport and is easily converted into a garage. Location is perfect, walk to town to visit shops and restaurants. Easy commute to Chicago and access to all expressways.
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