214 Adams St, Galena, IL 61036

Welcome to the H.T. Priestly House in Historic Galena! If you desire a pristine, 1913 Tudor Craftsman estate within walking distance to vibrant downtown Galena, you have found your forever home. Built by Galena’s premier lumber baron, this masterfully restored luxury estate blends timeless architectural elegance with modern, turn-key peace of mind. ? MAJOR RECENT UPDATES (2020–Present): • Complete structural restoration including new cedar siding & exterior/interior paint • Brand-new window screens throughout for perfect, breeze-filled seasons • Total remodel of the kitchen and all 3 bathrooms • Mechanical & structural updates: Refreshed roof, new gutters, updated electric, tuck-pointed chimney, and new water heater. THE MAIN LEVEL & DESIGNER KITCHEN You are welcomed by an enormous 10x28 ft. front porch—perfect for three-season luxury outdoor living. Inside, the Craftsman floor plan flows effortlessly with zero trapped corners. The expansive entry features a breathtaking turning staircase, stunning period walnut-stained pine molding, solid quarter-sawn oak floors, and original working 5-panel pocket doors. The main floor living room features a beautifully restored wood-burning stove and opens via a 6-foot wood encased archway into an enormous 15x16 ft. dining room. From there, pass through the butler’s pantry into a stunning designer kitchen featuring: • Solid, clove-stained birchwood cabinets extending to the 9-foot ceiling • Granite-topped kitchen island with seating for three • Top-of-the-line appliances (including a double dishwasher drawer) and a premium Italian fire-porcelain farm sink • A charming mudroom with a massive pantry closet leading to the newer side deck Opposite the kitchen, a large oak archway leads to a highly functional 10x10 ft. first-floor bath and laundry area equipped with a brand-new LG washer. THE UPPER LEVEL & CLOSET PARADISE H.T. Priestly designed this home with unprecedented storage. The second level features: • Two Master Suites: One boasts "his & hers" dual walk-in closets; the second features a large single walk-in. • Two Additional Bedrooms: Each features massive walk-in closets spanning the width of the rooms. The charming nursery bedroom retains warm, honey-stained pine doors and double walk-ins. • Restored Full Bath: Beautifully finished with wainscoting, walnut-stained pine floors, a soaking tub, and a tiled shower. • Bonus Attic Space: A door leads to a massive 28x32 ft. walk-up attic with a 13.5 ft. pitch—ready to be transformed into a dream office, library, or a third master suite! FINISHED LOWER LEVEL & ENTERTAINMENT HUB A gorgeous cedar and iron staircase leads to the ultimate family space, featuring a lower-level dining area, huge family room with an electric fireplace, a wet bar with a walk-in closet, a charming bedroom with dual closets, and a tiled bathroom with an oversized shower. A secondary 10x10 ft. mudroom with a walk-in closet and 5x10 ft. storage space leads directly out to the back patio. THE GROUNDS & OUTDOOR OASIS Situated on a premier corner lot, the estate is surrounded by gorgeous perennial gardens, mature Maple, Birch, Pear, and blooming Pink/White Crabapple trees. Enjoy cool autumn nights by the fire pit patio with its clematis arbor, or summer evenings under the stars on the paver patio's pop-up screen enclosure. The property includes an extensive driveway and a huge 2-car garage that features a bonus SUMMER KITCHEN equipped with a refrigerator, stove, cabinets, and butcher block counters (ready for final plumbing hookup). There is truly no other home in Galena like this rare beauty. Schedule your tour today and experience the perfect blend of historic romance and modern luxury. Happy house hunting!