Storybook Cape Cod set on enchanting Apple Tree Road complete with that magical sidewalk to Crow Island School, this red brick colonial accented with classic black shutters and white trim offers timeless comfort in a very special nook! Nestled on a lush half-acre lot with mature trees, a circular drive & attached 2-car garage accented by plantation shutter windows, this home radiates charm with fantastic curb appeal. Inside, the formal entry opens to a cozy wood-paneled office with a bay window overlooking all everyday activity. A sun-filled four-seasons room flows seamlessly into the inviting living room with marble surround where oversized windows frame panoramic views of the huge backyard. The central dining room connects the home's entertaining spaces, leading to the oversized family room with custom built-ins, WBFP and expansive floor to ceiling sliding doors to the entertaining patio & backyard oasis. The front-facing Chef's kitchen keeps you connected to the comings & goings of this special street, featuring granite c-tops, custom cabinetry, s/s appliances & island with breakfast bar seating. Eat-in dining space is ripe to be opened to family room for an open concept dining to great room. A second office/guest bedroom off the mudroom with laundry provides flexibility. Expansive 2nd floor with primary suite overlooking the lush backyard & boasts a walk-in closet with spa bath. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bath, while a fourth bedroom w/2nd staircase down is ideal for guests or an au pair. The lower level offers abundant recreation space, ample storage, and 2nd laundry room. Perfectly positioned steps to Crow Island, New Trier, and Loyola, this home delivers on location & North Shore lifestyle. Warm, welcoming, and brimming with even more ways to bring this home to a new level of luxury, 180 Apple Tree Lane is ready for a touch of 2025 designer vision as you are already in the most premier A plus location as it's all here!