A temporary home never felt so good! This is not your typical short-term rental where you have to tough it out for a while, you won't want to leave this one. Located in one of the most desirable areas in Northfield, this home is a very short distance to schools preschool - 8th, Middlefork Tennis Club, parks, community center, and more. Situated on 1.5 acres of STUNNING lawns and gardens designed to be in perpetual bloom by a master gardener, this home has mature oak trees and evergreens creating an unparalleled sense of privacy and serenity. A 2-tiered brick back patio spans the width of the home with the most magical oak tree centered in the middle of it; string up some bistro lights, and you'll be in paradise. Inside, the home has a formal living room with bay window overlooking the backyard, a formal dining room, an updated kitchen with island, and a sunroom that has floor to ceiling southern facing windows flooding the home with natural light. The 1st floor primary suite is adjacent to a dedicated home office, away from the action for peace and quiet. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms plus a tandem playroom/5th bedroom option await as well as two full baths. 2 attics offer plenty of storage. The lower level has a rec room with windows that make it feel like you're on the 1st floor, as well as a workshop for more storage if needed. An attached 2-car garage with an incredible 3rd bay that opens to the side yard is great for storing bikes, strollers, gardening equipment, you name it. Nothing to sacrifice, everything to enjoy.