Rare opportunity for a highly sought after pond and path lot backing to forest preserve. Welcome to Thornwood! South Elgin's Premier Clubhouse and Pool Community within the St. Charles D303 School District. From your new home you'll enjoy beautiful views and sunsets every day from this 5 bedroom, 3 and a half bath, residence with "look-out" finished basement. A stately brick accented 2 story entrance welcomes you into this spacious home. You'll immediately take notice of the extensive millwork and trim details starting in the living room and formal dining room. Grand 9' foot ceilings & hardwood flooring flows throughout the 1st floor. The living room and formal dining room have many windows and keep this a bright and sunny area to start your mornings. Granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, island, pantry, 42" tall cabinets with crown top and beautiful views are a chef's delight in the kitchen. Eating area has a ceiling fan and sliding glass doors to a big deck with motorized retractable awning & child safety gate - the perfect space to take in the exceptional views of the pond and mature landscape. In the family room, you'll see wonderful sunsets through the abundance of windows, and the family can snuggle near a cozy slate accented fireplace. The Master Retreat boasts vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring, extra large walk-in closet, plus private luxury bath with double sink, jetted tub, and separate shower. 3 additional bedrooms on 2nd floor (2 with walk in closets) and a 2nd full bath. A nicely finished English basement features, outside views, drywalled ceiling, a large recreation room, 5th bedroom with adjoining full bath plus additional office, exercise or hobby room. MORE EXCEPTIONAL FEATURES: Newer roof and furnace, wrought iron spindle staircase, laundry/mudroom, 6 panel doors and colonist trim, custom window shades, professional landscaping with irrigation system, swingset and play system, security system, abundant recessed lighting, custom light fixtures and a 2 and a half car garage. All this, nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac location. Thornwood is a thriving clubhouse community! Join a tennis, basketball, swim or volleyball team, get involved in a volunteer group. Hop on the bike paths that leads to the Sportscore, skate park, playgrounds, elementary school, shopping, & dining. Minutes from the Fox Valley bike trails system that extends to numerous other trail systems and towns. This home will not last long!!