$5,995,000 Price Analysis    ♡   Lake Bluff, IL 60044 5 bed 10 bath 14,724 SqFt ($407/SqFt) 4.88 acre lot. Built 1941 Listed 2023-08-18, Taxes $44,277 | Ⓧ USDA Ineligible due to price & location near Lake Bluff |
Experience the epitome of private resort living in Shoreacres Golf Club
* No Longer For Sale *
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One of Lake Bluff's most exclusive areas. Awaiting you: a historic lakefront property poised on 4.8 magical acres with a private beach and a separate gue st house. The main residence, a meticulously renovated colonial-style manse of over 14, 700 square feet with attached garage space for 8+ cars, stands as a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. The current owners breathed new life into the classic estate, which was built in 1941 for Hadley Richardson Hemingway, the first wife of Ernest Hemingway and their son Jack. A grand circular drive and gardens usher you into the property's private wooded embrace with peekaboo views of the lake in the distance. Abundant light and lake views flood nearly every room of the residence, revealing the grandeur within. The floorplan, modernized for today's lifestyles, offers multiple spaces for entertaining several generations of friends and family at once - all with seamless flow to the majestic lakefront surroundings.
Embodying the private resort spirit is a large indoor pool and spa, a 2-story sports court, multiple outdoor entertaining areas and balconies with lake views plus a finished basement with theatre, bar and full kitchen. A gracious office, a private guest bedroom or au pair suite (or second office) above the kitchen, a bonus room, three hotel-like guest bedroom suites and an inspiring primary suite with a private deck overlooking the lake create infinite flexibility. A thoughtful blend of custom built-ins, fine millwork, hardwood and porcelain flooring and quality materials and finishes by Naperville-based Smithe Design Team lend an air of timelessness that can be traced back to the fantastic lakefront estates of the past. Meanwhile, a wealth of contemporary features such as an elevator, first and second floor laundry rooms, motorized blinds and a smart home automation system provide the 21-century comforts. No detail has been overlooked - not even outdoors. You'll be forever drawn to the beautifully manicured grunds and gardens, where an outdoor kitchen, outdoor shower, multiple patios, fenced areas and a newly installed tram and stairs take you down to over 260 feet of private expansive sandy beachfront with a massive deck and built-in grill. Your exclusive retreat has arrived in this unparalleled Lake Bluff offering.
Presented by Dawn Mckenna at
Coldwell Banker Realty.
Property MLS #11853353 from MRED
Bedrooms Possible: 5
Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 50 x 24
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 28 x 15
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 25 x 22
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 27 x 11
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 12 x 19
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5 Level: Second
Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Office, Theatre Room, Kitchen, Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Game Room
Theatre Room: 41 x 29
Theatre Room Level: Basement
Bar/Entertainment: 25 x 16
Bar/Entertainment Level: Basement
Heated Sun Room: 38 x 62
Heated Sun Room Level: Main
Walk In Closet: 17 x 12
Walk In Closet Level: Second
Kitchen: 16 x 18
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry: 10 x 13
Laundry Level: Second
Basement Features: Full, Walkout
Entry Foyer Dimensions: 16 x 12
Family Room Dimensions: 30 x 41
Game/Recreation Room Dimensions: 15 x 25
Living Room Dimensions: 25 x 30
Office/Study Room Dimensions: 15 x 13
Basement Sqft: 4216
Entry Foyer Level: Main
Family Room Level: Main
Game/Recreation Room Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Office/Study Room Level: Main
Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space
Full Bathrooms: 9
1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Bar-Wet
Elevator
Hardwood Floors
In-Law Arrangement
First Floor Laundry
Second Floor Laundry
Pool Indoors
First Floor Full Bath
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Coffered Ceiling(s)
Beamed Ceilings
Open Floorplan
Special Millwork
Granite Counters
Separate Dining Room
Flooring: Hardwood, Porcelain Tile
Dishwasher
High End Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Wine Refrigerator
Range Hood
Laundry Features: Multiple Locations, Sink
Heating Features: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Number of Fireplaces: 4
Breakfast Room Level: Main
Dining Area Dimensions: 19 x 28
Dining Area Level: Main
Kitchen Dimensions: 21 x 24
Kitchen Level: Basement
Deck
Patio
Roof Deck
In Ground Pool
Outdoor Grill
Lot Size Acres: 4.8769
Lot Size Square Feet: 212438
Garage Spaces: 10
Garage Description: Attached
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener(s), Tandem, Multiple Garages
Parking Total: 10
High School: Lake Forest High School
High School District: 115
Map directions Map directions Map directions Map directionsSource Listing Status: Closed
County: Lake
Directions: Sheridan Road to Shore Acres Drive, head east towards the golf club, pass the club and continue to drive south towards the end of the road to 1955.
Tax Year: 2022
Ownership: Fee Simple
Source Property Type: Residential
Parcel Number: 12094010020000
Township: Shields
Property Subtype: Detached Single
Source System Name: C2C
| Year | Assessments Building + Land Total | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $111,137 + $505,894 $617,031 | $44,277 |
| 2019 | $957,034 + $495,048 $1,452,082 | $98,832 |
| 2018 | $1,054,787 + $553,472 $1,608,259 | $109,125 |
| 2017 | $1,037,155 + $598,642 $1,635,797 | $112,138 |
| 2016 | $987,203 + $569,810 $1,557,013 | $107,667 |
| 2015 | $929,570 + $536,544 $1,466,114 | $104,335 |
| 2014 | $929,570 + $536,544 $1,466,114 | $96,732 |
| 2013 | $959,073 + $367,371 $1,326,444 | $96,501 |
| 2012 | $1,003,728 + $384,476 $1,388,204 | $89,847 |
| 2011 | $1,037,416 + $409,191 $1,446,607 | $93,310 |
| 2010 | $1,019,572 + $503,321 $1,522,893 | $89,433 |
| 2009 | $1,113,435 + $549,657 $1,663,092 | $87,113 |
| 2007 | $1,008,545 + $545,588 $1,554,133 | $77,822 |
| 2006 | $1,228,405 + $344,595 $1,573,000 | $79,757 |
$5,150,000
MRED
Price Changed 2023-10-24
$5,995,000
MRED
Price Changed 2023-09-26
$6,325,000
MRED
Listed 2023-08-18
$6,750,000
MRED
Sold 2022-03-15
$4,023,500
Public Record
Sold 2021-12-29
$4,023,500
MRED
Sold 2021-01-26
$1,610,000
Public Record
Sold 2020-12-07
$1,610,000
MRED
Price Changed 2020-08-25
$2,250,000
MRED
Listed 2020-07-30
$2,499,900
MRED
Listing removed 2020-07-30
$2,499,900
MRED
Price Changed 2020-06-29
$2,499,900
MRED
Price Changed 2020-05-18
$2,798,000
MRED
Price Changed 2020-04-14
$2,949,995
MRED
Price Changed 2020-03-13
$2,999,995
MRED
Listing removed 2020-03-11
$3,948,900
MRED
Listed 2020-03-03
$3,249,000
MRED
Listing removed 2020-03-01
$3,249,000
MRED
Price Changed 2020-01-01
$3,249,000
MRED
Price Changed 2019-11-16
$3,848,900
MRED
Price Changed 2019-10-16
$3,898,900
MRED
Listed 2019-10-06
$3,948,900
MRED
Listing removed 2019-07-03
$3,299,000
MRED
Listing removed 2018-11-16
$3,299,000
MRED
Listed 2018-11-15
$3,299,000
MRED
Listing removed 2018-10-20
$10,000
MRED
Listing removed 2018-10-11
$10,000
MRED
Listing removed 2018-06-22
$10,000
MRED
Listed for rent 2018-06-07
$10,000
MRED
Listing removed 2018-06-07
$15,000
MRED
Listed for rent 2018-05-12
$15,000
MRED
Listing removed 2018-03-05
$3,800,000
MRED
Price Changed 2018-02-07
$3,800,000
MRED
Listed 2017-10-18
$4,900,000
MRED
Listing removed 2015-06-29
$4,900,000
MRED
Listed 2014-10-10
$4,900,000
MRED
Listing removed 2014-10-10
$3,999,000
MRED
Price Changed 2014-04-16
$3,999,000
MRED
Listing removed 2013-07-05
$5,900,000
MRED
Listed 2013-07-05
$7,900,000
MRED
Relisted 2013-05-30
$5,900,000
MRED
Listing removed 2013-04-10
$5,900,000
MRED
Listed 2012-12-17
$5,900,000
MRED
Listing removed 2012-12-17
$3,999,000
MRED
Listed 2012-06-24
$3,999,000
MRED
Listing removed 2012-06-18
$5,499,000
MRED
Listed 2012-04-29
$5,499,000
MRED
Listing removed 2012-03-24
$5,499,000
MRED
Price Changed 2011-11-28
$5,499,000
MRED
Listed 2011-07-01
$6,499,000
MRED
Listing removed 2011-07-01
$7,999,000
MRED
Listed 2011-03-23
$7,999,000
MRED
Listing removed 2010-12-24
$8,400,000
MRED
Listed 2010-10-14
$8,400,000
MRED
Listing removed 2010-10-13
$8,999,000
MRED
Listed 2010-06-01
$8,999,000
MRED
Listing removed 2010-06-01
$10,000,000
MRED
Price Changed 2010-05-30
$10,000,000
MRED
Listed 2009-11-08
$10,900,000
MRED
Listing removed 2009-10-13
$12,500,000
MRED
Listed 2009-09-24
$12,500,000
MRED
Sold 2004-02-20
$3,000,000
Public Record
Sold 1994-02-22
$1,287,500
Public Record
Sold 1988-09-01
$612,000
Public Record
Year Built: 1941
Property Age: 83
Levels or Stories: 2
Water Source: Private Well
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