This lakeshore legacy property is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to establish your multi-generational family compound in the idyllic town of Lake Bluff, Illinois. This 30-acre property with its polo fields and equestrian stables with 13 stalls rivaling Wellington, and 700 feet of private Lake Michigan beach access for boating, is reserved for the discerning buyer who wants the best of both worlds: a luxurious country estate and the convenience of access to metropolitan living. Just 35 miles north of Chicago's 22 Michelin Star restaurants, world-class museums including art by Suerat, O'Keeffe and Van Gogh, and the largest heliport in North America, Lakeshore Legacy boasts of the seclusion and security of a private oasis. The sprawling estate has the ambiance of Europe with a tree-lined gravel drive, in-ground pool, tennis court, and nearby access to the prestigious Shore Acres Country Club. The marquee home features a stunningly renovated primary suite and handcrafted millwork making this six bedroom, six full and two half bath home the perfect retreat to enjoy unobstructed Lake Michigan sunrises. Both formal and informal gardens accentuate the beauty of the land. Impressive architectural details abound including a captivating two-story entryway with iron railings, custom chef's kitchen with commercial grade appliances and sunny eat-in area, all in a meticulously maintained one-owner home that strikes the perfect balance between opulence and comfort. Establish your lakeshore legacy: World class and a world away. *PLEASE DO NOT ENTER CRAB TREE FARM LANE WITHOUT PERMISSION, AS IT IS PRIVATE PROPERTY.*
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Property Details
Rooms
Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
19X34
Dining Room
Main
Hardwood
16X22
Kitchen
Main
Marble
16X18
Family Room
Main
Stone
18X25
Laundry
Second
8X13
Master Bedroom
Second
Carpet
20X18
Bedroom 2
Second
Carpet
15X16
Bedroom 3
Second
Carpet
16X18
Bedroom 4
Second
Carpet
15X17
Bedroom 5
Second
Carpet
14X22
Bedroom 6
Basement
15X17
Breakfast Room
Main
Marble
15X15
Office
Main
Hardwood
12X16
Recreation Rm
Basement
Carpet
17X34
Game Room
Basement
Carpet
12X23
Sitting Room
Second
Carpet
13X17
Exercise Room
Main
Hardwood
14X22
Utilities
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
Cooling Central Air
Water Lake Michigan
Sewer Storm Sewer
Additional Information
Interior Features
Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Cooktop, Range Hood
Parking
4 Garage Spaces, Asphalt, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Schools
Lake Forest High School (115), Lake Bluff Middle School (65), Lake Bluff Elementary School (65)
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Listing History
07-18-2023
Listed at $22,900,000
03-11-2024
Price decreased by $3,000,000 to $19,900,000
01-21-2025
Price decreased by $4,000,000 to $15,900,000
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