436 Park Avenue, Ottawa, IL

This stately English Tudor offers 3 bedrooms and 2.1 bathrooms, seamlessly blending timeless character with thoughtfully curated modern updates. Set on a private .66-acre lot, the home makes a striking first impression with its circular drive, mature landscaping, and warm glow of gas lanterns. An inviting 11×20 screened porch provides a serene, fully private retreat overlooking a wooded ravine, where the gentle sound of a flowing creek creates a peaceful escape. Architectural integrity shines through with classic brick construction, a clay tile roof (2017), copper gutters, and a graceful circular walkway-each element reflecting the home’s enduring craftsmanship. Inside, the layout is both elegant and functional, featuring formal living and dining rooms, a spacious family room, and a beautifully updated kitchen designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Highlights include custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a peninsula with seating, wet bar, and stainless JennAir appliances. Original details have been carefully preserved, including French doors, hardwood flooring, a wood-burning fireplace, and a hand-painted dining room ceiling that adds a truly one-of-a-kind touch. Upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, all with hardwood floors and walk-in closets. Recent updates include a renovated circular driveway (2019), Pella windows, updated electrical (2020), refinished hardwood floors, added gas lanterns at the front and rear, new HVAC (2024), a full lawn irrigation system, and a natural gas grill hookup on the rear patio. A full unfinished basement offers abundant storage and laundry space, with flexibility for future finishing. With its rare blend of architectural distinction, modern comfort, and a setting that feels like your own private nature preserve, Oak Lodge is truly a one-of-a-kind offering-timeless, refined, and exceptional.