A lovely lawn & garden entry leads to this inviting updated Dominican split-level. The living room with brick gas-lite fireplace & adjacent formal dining room open to the serene backyard. The updated chef's kitchen with vaulted ceiling & skylight has a charming informal eating area with outside access, counter seating & green-house widow making clean-up a joy. The primary bedroom suite features a coffered ceiling, seating bay with picturesque view, walk-in closet & large dressing area. There are two additional bedrooms plus a downstairs office. The "magazine featured" hall bath is exceptional with large leaded glass window, skylight & spa tub. The magical patio & garden are enhanced by a custom fountain, stone walls & pathways. A very special spot! Close to hiking, biking, great schools including beautiful Dominican University (recreation center & pool available to neighbors) shops, fine restaurants & 101.