Welcome to 401 Birchwood, a rare & private wooded half-acre retreat. It's classic Nantucket style, hydrangea-lined facade, and bluestone patio feels like an East Coast getaway right here in Hinsdale. Walk into the welcoming foyer anchored by a gorgeous designer light fixture, setting the tone for the streamlined, sophisticated touches throughout. Stunning hardwood floors and a magazine-worthy living area connect seamlessly to the show stopper dining room. French doors open to the backyard, creating chic & effortless indoor-outdoor living. The window-lined first-floor primary suite, convenient & private is a serene retreat bathed in natural light. Upstairs you will find a spacious en-suite bedroom plus two additional bedrooms sharing a full bath. A fifth bedroom and full bath on the lower level make an ideal space for extended family and guests. The lower level is an entertainer's dream, featuring a huge recreation area with a pub sized wet bar, wine storage, a gym and a dedicated hockey/baseball/golf simulator zone. Additional highlights include a four-car garage with heated floors, heated floors in the dining room and primary bath. A 123' x 179' lot, wood shake/shingle roof, main & upper level square footage of 3,831, basement square footage of 2,711, and total finished square footage of 6,542. Monroe School, CHMS, and Hinsdale Central High School. Steps to Salt Creek Club.