160 J Bateman Rd Barrington Hills, IL 60010

Perched on 5.4 rolling acres at one of the highest points in Cook County, this estate offers a rare blend of natural beauty, privacy, and modern living. Surrounded by mature oak and walnut trees and backing to a former horse farm, the property features a spring-fed pond, raised garden, mini pumpkin patch, apple trees, two chicken coops, fire pit, outdoor Bluetooth speakers, play set, and one of the best sledding hills around - all across from 4,000-acre Spring Lake Forest Preserve. Inside, hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, where a dramatic great room with cathedral ceiling showcases a knotty pine center beam, two-story limestone fireplace with knotty pine mantel, mounted TV, ceiling fans, and triple glass doors opening to the newly renovated (2024) three-season room. The 3-season space impresses with vertical board wall detail, epoxy flooring, counter-height fridge, cantilever window, and premium Dekton counters for indoor-outdoor seating/ entertaining. A two-story foyer welcomes with custom bookcases, alcove for art or furniture, dual guest closets, overlook from above, and a striking new iron light fixture. The immense dining room is perfect for gatherings, with crown molding, chair rail, niche for a buffet, speakers, oversized windows, and an urban-chic fixture with Edison bulbs. The main-level den adds flexibility for a bedroom or home office. The primary suite on the main floor offers a walk-in closet with new flooring and a luxurious bath with air jet tub, dual granite vanities with swivel mirrors, polished nickel sconces, stone tile floor, and glass-enclosed shower. The sunny country kitchen features cherry Shaker cabinetry with crown detail, stainless appliances, large pantry, bay window with seat, recessed lighting, and a casual dining area. The sideload 3-car garage offers a sink, attic access, and service door. Upstairs are two expansive ensuite bedrooms with dormered ceilings, alcoves, walk-in closets, granite baths with new tubs, great secret spaces to play or study, and a catwalk hallway with built-in cabinetry and counters. The finished basement expands the living space with a huge media/rec room with cabinetry and new carpet, a fitness studio with LVP flooring and wall mirrors, guest suite with full bath, spacious updated (2022) second kitchen with island, white Shaker cabinetry, granite, custom plank wall treatment, and laundry center. A new wine cellar (2022) offers 300+ bottle storage, slate flooring, and glass racks. Abundant storage and concrete crawlspace included. Recent updates exceed $100K in the last 5 years: furnace (2022), 75-gallon water heater (2022), water filtration with 20-gallon tank (2025), EV outlet (2022), bedroom windows (2021), exterior stain (2020), shed (2020), firepit (2023), playset (2020), stone pathway/hardscape (2020), Ring doorbell + cameras (2023), and WiFi Daikin One+ thermostat (2022).Barrington D220 schools, a private 5.4-acre setting, and a home that balances character, flexibility, and thoughtful updates - a rare find. Please see Letter to Buyers from Sellers in Additional Information! You won't want to leave...