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1955 SHORE ACRES DR Lake Bluff, IL 60044
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Key Details
Sold Price $4,023,500
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 14,724 sqft
Price per Sqft $273
MLS Listing ID 11005704
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 9
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1941
Annual Tax Amount $63,245
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 4.877 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Timeless style and casual elegance are the hallmarks of this dramatic, lakefront masterpiece offering spectacular views, glorious sunrises, and over 260 feet of private, sandy beach on the shore of Lake Michigan. A long, winding driveway leads past the single story guest house as it continues to the grand courtyard through a magnificent setting of towering trees and lush landscaping on 4.877 secluded acres. A testament to sophisticated style and fine craftsmanship, presents in this stately stone manor, meticulously designed with intricate moldings, exquisite ceiling work, inlaid hardwood flooring, and luxurious finishes. An awe-inspiring compound of sorts with an open, versatile floor plan, filled with natural light via the abundant windows at every turn. The gracious foyer immediately welcomes as it directs to the rear sightline of stunning lakefront views. Formal dining and living rooms, each have a fireplace and access to the backyard veranda. A large butler pantry with custom cabinetry, wet bar and stone countertops, connect the fully equipped gourmet kitchen, and entertaining spaces. Overlooking the backyard oasis and indoor pool, the expansive family room boasts an additional fireplace, wet bar, exterior and lower level access. Among the many amenities that make this home unique, the heated indoor pool and spa is a retreat of its own with planked, vaulted ceilings, expansive entertaining space and a two story sport court. A home office, mudroom, powder room, full bath and utility room complete the main level, while a centrally located elevator unites all three levels of the home. Five ensuite bedrooms with individual baths, large closets, hardwood flooring, and rooftop balconies round out the second floor, each offering their own sense of privacy. The opulent owner's suite with fireplace, boasts breathtaking views, extensive walk-in closet, and a luxurious, updated bathroom with dual vanities, tremendous walk-in shower, and soaking tub. Providing additional entertaining space, the walk-out lower level offers a second kitchen, wine cellar, recreation room with media space, game room and enormous, wet bar with seating for many. A graceful presentation of a remarkable residence. The ultimate in north shore lakefront living that truly needs to be experienced, to be believed.
Location
State IL
County Lake
Area Lake Bluff
Interior
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 4
Laundry Multiple Locations, Sink
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony, Deck, Patio, Roof Deck, In Ground Pool, Outdoor Grill
Parking Features Attached
Garage Spaces 10.0
Building
Lot Description Beach, Lake Front, Water View, Mature Trees, Lake Access, Waterfront
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Lake Bluff Elementary School
Middle Schools Lake Bluff Middle School
High Schools Lake Forest High School
School District 65 , 65, 115
Others
Special Listing Condition None
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Bought with LaRae Mudd • HomeSmart Realty Group
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