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. |
Schools for 1955 Shore Acres Drive, Lake Bluff | ||
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Elementary:
(District
65)
lake bluff elementary school |
Junior High:
(District
65)
lake bluff middle school |
High School:
(District
115)
lake forest high school |
Room | Size | Level | Flooring | |
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Kitchen : | 16X18 | Main | Porcelain Tile | |
Living Room : | 17X30 | Main | Hardwood | |
Dining Room : | 19X28 | Main | Hardwood | |
Family Room : | 30X41 | Main | Hardwood | |
Laundry Room : | 10X13 | Second | ||
Bedroom 5: | 12X20 | Second | Hardwood | |
Office: | 15X14 | Main | Hardwood | |
Game Room: | 26X16 | Walkout Basement | ||
Other Rooms : | Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Office, Recreation Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Utility Room-1st Floor |
Room | Size | Level | Flooring |
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Master Bedroom : | 46X26 | Second | |
2nd Bedroom : | 28X18 | Second | Hardwood |
3rd Bedroom : | 22X16 | Second | Hardwood |
4th Bedroom : | 26X25 | Second | Hardwood |
Breakfast Room: | 16X12 | Main | Porcelain Tile |
Recreation Room: | 47X26 | Walkout Basement | Porcelain Tile |
Listing Courtesy of: @properties | ||
Sold by: HomeSmart Realty Group |
Date | Description | Price | Change | $/sqft | Source |
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Feb 22, 2024 | Sold | $ 5,150,000 | - | $350 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Feb 07, 2024 | Under Contract - | $ 5,995,000 | - | $407 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jan 19, 2024 | Under Contract - Attorney/Inspection | $ 5,995,000 | - | $407 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 24, 2023 | Price Change | $ 5,995,000 | -5.5% | $407 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Sep 26, 2023 | Price Change | $ 6,325,000 | -6.72% | $430 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Aug 18, 2023 | New Listing | $ 6,750,000 | - | $458 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Dec 29, 2021 | Sold | $ 4,023,500 | - | $273 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Dec 16, 2021 | Under Contract - | $ 4,500,000 | - | $306 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Dec 03, 2021 | Under Contract - Attorney/Inspection | $ 4,500,000 | - | $306 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Aug 17, 2021 | New Listing | $ 4,500,000 | - | $306 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Dec 07, 2020 | Sold | $ 1,610,000 | - | $127 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 30, 2020 | Under Contract - Attorney/Inspection | $ 2,250,000 | - | $178 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Aug 25, 2020 | Price Change | $ 2,250,000 | -11.11% | $178 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jul 30, 2020 | Expired | $ 2,499,900 | - | $137 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jul 29, 2020 | New Listing | $ 2,499,900 | - | $137 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jun 29, 2020 | Price Change | $ 2,499,900 | -11.92% | $137 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
May 18, 2020 | Price Change | $ 2,798,000 | -5.43% | $153 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Apr 14, 2020 | Price Change | $ 2,949,995 | -1.69% | $161 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Mar 13, 2020 | Price Change | $ 2,999,995 | -8.3% | $164 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Mar 03, 2020 | New Listing | $ 3,249,000 | - | $178 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Mar 01, 2020 | Expired | $ 3,249,000 | - | $178 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jan 01, 2020 | Price Change | $ 3,249,000 | -18.46% | $178 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Nov 16, 2019 | Price Change | $ 3,848,900 | -1.3% | $211 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 16, 2019 | Price Change | $ 3,898,900 | -1.28% | $213 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 06, 2019 | New Listing | $ 3,948,900 | - | $263 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 05, 2019 | Cancelled | $ 3,948,900 | - | $258 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Sep 06, 2019 | Price Change | $ 3,948,900 | -1.27% | $258 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Aug 09, 2019 | New Listing | $ 3,998,900 | - | $261 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jul 03, 2019 | Cancelled | $ 3,299,000 | - | $132 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Nov 16, 2018 | Temporarily No Showings | $ 3,299,000 | - | $132 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Nov 15, 2018 | New Listing | $ 3,299,000 | - | $132 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
May 12, 2018 | Cancelled | $ 3,800,000 | - | $152 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Mar 05, 2018 | Temporarily No Showings | $ 3,800,000 | - | $152 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Feb 07, 2018 | Price Change | $ 3,800,000 | -28.95% | $152 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 18, 2017 | New Listing | $ 4,900,000 | - | $196 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 12, 2015 | Expired | $ 4,900,000 | - | $196 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jun 29, 2015 | Temporarily No Showings | $ 4,900,000 | - | $196 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 10, 2014 | New Listing | $ 4,900,000 | - | $196 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Oct 10, 2014 | Cancelled | $ 3,999,000 | - | $160 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jul 14, 2014 | Under Contract - | $ 3,999,000 | - | $160 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Apr 16, 2014 | Price Change | $ 3,999,000 | -97.55% | $160 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jul 05, 2013 | Cancelled | $ 5,900,000 | - | $236 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jul 05, 2013 | New Listing | $ 7,900,000 | - | $316 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Dec 17, 2012 | Cancelled | $ 3,999,000 | - | $160 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jun 18, 2012 | Cancelled | $ 5,499,000 | - | $220 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Mar 24, 2012 | Expired | $ 5,499,000 | - | $220 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Jul 01, 2011 | Cancelled | $ 7,999,000 | - | $320 / SQ FT | MRED LLC |
Dec 24, 2010 | Cancelled | $ 8,400,000 | - | - | MRED LLC |
Oct 13, 2010 | Cancelled | $ 8,999,000 | - | - | MRED LLC |
Jun 01, 2010 | Cancelled | $ 10,000,000 | - | - | MRED LLC |
Oct 13, 2009 | Cancelled | $ 12,500,000 | - | - | MRED LLC |
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