Lake Bluff IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale

WOW! Rare, beautifully updated Laurelton model in the Hamptons available for lease. Located in a highly desired community with easy access to everything, this amazing home has everything you are searching for and more! The two story entry welcomes you into this open concept layout featuring an expansive living room with wood burning fireplace, skylights and floor to ceiling windows which flows into the Dining Room and private patio. Enjoy the views of the pond with water feature - Can't beat that view! Custom designed style kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, abundance of storage, custom accent wall and large Eat-in space. The 2nd floor features a primary suite with cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, second custom closet and custom designed modern bath with walk-in shower. The 2nd floor also features an additional bedroom with ample closet space, updated bathroom and a large loft/workspace that overlooks the Living room. There are also plenty of hall closets and open layout allows for loads of options in this upper level. The Open staircase with architectural design leads you to the finished lower level that offers even more space Including Rec Room with fireplace, additional bedroom with large on-suite bath with oversized tub plus a laundry room and extra storage in the basement. The large brick paved patio off the dining room offers serenity of the pond view and sounds of the fountain for easy relaxation. Newer mechanicals, appliances, windows, hardwood flooring, newer lighting and beautifully maintained. Located in a highly sought after area with premium location in the subdivision and close to Abbott/AbbVie Park, shopping, parks and transportation. Must have 700+ credit and good employment. Pets OK with additional pet deposit. Available November 1 with first month's rent and security due at least signing.

WELCOME HOME! This is the one you have been waiting for-- a STUNNING 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in the PERFECT Lake Bluff location! You will LOVE living in this QUIET, WELL-MAINTAINED community! The OPEN and AIRY floor plan is INCREDIBLY inviting and features BRAND NEW Carpet throughout and FRESH paint in today's HOTTEST hues! Relax in the LOVELY Family Room and enjoy views from the GORGEOUS balcony and outdoor space! Storage is PLENTIFUL in the LARGE Kitchen, where meals will be a BREEZE! Enjoy the PRIVATE, MAGNIFICENT Master Suite includes a large walk in closet, full bath and INCREDIBLE natural light! An additional SPACIOUS bedroom AND full bath PERFECTLY complete this home! CONVENIENT In-Unit Laundry and TONS of storage space throughout! Spend your summer days outside on the TRANQUIL balcony, overlooking a lovely wooded backyard! HUGE BONUS--Unit Includes GARAGE just steps away from the front door! FANTASTIC Location and School Districts!

This desirable Westbury model in the Hamptons offers one floor living without a single step! Two-bedroom, two-bathroom end unit boasts an open floor plan with well-appointed, eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, living room with stunning stone fireplace, crown molding throughout the home, beautiful refinished hardwood floors in the kitchen, dining and living room, updated bathrooms and new carpeting in the second bedroom. This home is fresh and inviting and truly move in ready. Situated next to the conservancy, it offers lovely views and privacy. Have your morning coffee on your private patio overlooking the grassland. Enjoy mature trees and pro landscaping throughout the subdivision. Libertyville schools! Convenient location close to Abbott/AbbVie Park, shopping, parks and transportation. Buyer pays $5 per $1000 North Chicago transfer tax.

Rare opportunity to own and renovate a historic Graham Anderson Probst & White estate built in 1938 that was beautifully expanded and renovated by David Adler in 1945 in fabulous Shore Acres, just a short distance from Shoreacres Club! This incredible estate includes amazing details, high ceilings, hardwood and terrazzo floors, 7 bedrooms, 9 full bathrooms, 1 powder room, elegant, spacious living and dining rooms, a handsome library, huge family room that was built in 2002, guest quarters, maid's quarters and more with over 10,352 square feet of finished space of which 8,336 square feet is above grade. The lower-level David Adler Bar is fabulous - you will feel like you are in a pub in London! The grounds are lush and back up to the 10th hole on the golf course. There is also a David Adler coach house listed separately in the MLS on .28 acres for $400,000. The main estate must go under contract/sell prior to or simultaneously with the coach house. Both properties are being sold AS IS.

Exciting opportunity to own and renovate a David Adler coach house on Shore Acres Road. This 1,203 square foot, 5 room coach house and greenhouse was built in 1945 and is a short distance from Shoreacres Club on .28 acres. The main estate is listed separately in the MLS for $1,399,000. The main estate must go under contract/sell prior to or simultaneously with the coach house. Both properties are being sold AS IS.

Warehouse unit with covered dock and separate 12 x 14 overhead door. 18' high ceilings with no interior columns. Two bathrooms, and office buildout. Monthly base rent of $3,833.33. Modified gross lease terms with tenant paying electric, heat, and their proportionate share of any real estate tax increases over the base year.

Nestled on a serene cul-de-sac within the charming Campbell Hills subdivision, this exquisite brick home is a true gem. Prepare to be captivated by the allure of resort-style living both inside and outside. Enjoy relaxation and hosting gatherings with loved ones in the large sunroom that's adjacent to the deck and gorgeous paver patio boasting an in-ground pool and hot tub. After entering through the foyer that's flanked by a living room and beautiful formal dining room, you are greeted by a stunning family room with incredibly high ceilings and a gorgeous floor-to-ceiling fireplace, just perfect for cozy fall evenings. In the kitchen, you will find high-end stainless steel appliances, gleaming granite countertops, and an eating area. Love where you work from home on the main floor office that provides you with attractive views of your outdoor sanctuary. Upstairs hosts 4 spacious bedrooms which includes a primary suite featuring a spa-like bathroom with a double vanity, soaking tub, and large walk-in-closet. The full basement is just waiting for your updating ideas showcasing a sauna, steam shower, and additional full bath! A sprinkler system, newer roof, and newer windows have been conveniently installed for the soon-to-be new owners of this retreat. From tree-lined streets to scenic views, you'll be immersed in the beauty of Lake Bluffs picturesque surroundings. Located near parks, the lakefront, and award winning schools. Schedule your showing today! Your Happily Ever Always is here.

Situated on a picturesque 0.65 acre plot adorned with mature trees, this home, boasting brick and stucco construction, showcases captivating architectural intricacies both indoors and out. The lofty windows not only frame the splendor of the secluded wooded backdrop but also suffuse the interior with abundant natural light. Noteworthy attributes encompass exquisite woodwork, hardwood floors, lofty ceilings, generously proportioned rooms, and dual fireplaces. At the core of the residence lies an expansive communal living area, seamlessly connecting with the kitchen and breakfast room. The pristine white kitchen is fully equipped, showcasing a chic island with a breakfast bar, a spacious breakfast room, a built-in planning desk, double ovens, a stainless steel refrigerator, and an outlook onto the backyard. The tranquil master suite, accompanied by three additional family bedrooms and two bathrooms, occupies the second floor. Downstairs, the basement features a sizable finished recreation space with an elevated brick hearth fireplace, a fifth bedroom, a full bathroom, and an unfinished section suitable for storage or various other potential uses. A new architectural shingle roof was installed in 2016.

The Ralph H. Poole house is said to be the first of David Adler's masterpieces, having been constructed between 1911-14 in collaboration with Henry Dangler and landscape designed by Fredrick Law Olmstead but never executed. Adler is said to have brought the Loire Valley to the Illinois prairie. One is immediately struck by the symmetry, balance and proportion both inside and out. Completely restored and enhanced, plumbing, electrical, chimneys, landscape, pool and coachhouse, this home has been brought back from to ruin to its current splendor. Enter the spacious gallery which is anchored by the sweeping limestone staircase, checker marble floor and wheat and chaff plaster relief on the walls. The first floor rooms are arranged in enfilade across the entire west facade of the building, making entertaining a breeze. The spacious and elegant living room has a signature black terrazzo floor and a Louis XV fireplace and raised paneled plaster walls. The library is constructed of rich Gum Wood bookcases and another marble fireplace - perfect for curling up with a good book on a winters night! The oval solarium is perfectly positioned on the south west corner of the building to optimize sunlight at all times of the day and seasons. The original dining room at the opposite end of the house has been cleverly opened to the stunning new kitchen and allowing for a powder room and wet bar/butlers pantry to be created. The kitchen is stunning with large east windows, floor to ceiling custom cabinets, a waterfall marble island, Subzero refrigerator separate freezer, wine center and rebuilt staircase. The former music room is now the comfortable yet elegant dining room with a beautiful carved marble fireplace. A first floor bedroom suite with new marble bathroom and office make this a perfect space for guests or owners to retreat. Ascending the grand staircase to the second floor the primary bedroom has a generous closet and double vanities and a beautiful marble shower. 2 bedrooms have a shared bath, the 3rd bedroom is en-suite, all with Farrow & Ball paint. 3 additional guest rooms share a bath. The laundry is on the 2nd floor. The pool has been rebuilt, including new bluestone patio, limestone stairs to the sunken pool area. The pool house has been refurbished on the exterior, the interior is waiting for your touches. The grounds include a private patio connecting the 2 bedroom coachhouse, 2 car garage to the main house, and an additional separate 2 car free-standing garage. This LANDMARKED historic home is ready to be enjoyed by the next owner.

Two Bedroom/One Bath Ranch home! Centrally located near downtown Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Libertyville and Great Lakes Navel Station! Brand New White Kitchen Cabinetry, Black granite countertops and wood/vinyl flooring. Peaceful setting with large fenced private backyard with mature trees. Outside deck with table seating. New Full size washer and dryer in large Utility Room adjacent the kitchen. Breezeway entry to attached garage. Updated bathroom with whirlpool bathtub. Enjoy the convenience having your own home for the price of renting a condo! All one level living, no stairs! Walking distance to Starbucks and Walgreens as well as many other local businesses! Easy access to Highway 94 and 41.

This gorgeous FULLY FURNISHED, SHORT TERM RENTAL HOME is home is available immediately through the end of May/June 2024. Located in Lake Bluff, this home is near the lake and historic Lake Bluff. This quiet and tree lined street will be your perfect short term retreat. Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 newly renovated bathrooms, new kitchen appliances, beautiful hardwood floors, tasteful furnishings, game/rec room, dining room and plenty of storage. Gas/Water/Power/Internet/Lawn/Internet/Security are billed to tenant monthly from the owner. Copy of the bills will be provided. Absolutely no pets of any kind are permitted. Move right in and enjoy this quiet and serene area in East Lake Bluff very close to Sunrise Park!

COMPLETE REHAB! LOW TAXES! LAKE FOREST/ LAKE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT! Max Far 50% of Lot sq. footage, @2850 sq. ft. Current home has been rehabbed and is 792 sq ft. Lot sq footage is 5700 sq.ft. NEW WHITE CABINETRY IN KITCHEN WITH BLACK GRANITE COUNTERS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES! UPDATED BATHROOM AND ATTACHED GARAGE! NEW MAINTENCE FREE WOOD FLOORING AND BEAUTIFUL OAK FLOORS IN LIVING AREA AND BEDROOMS! LARGE EAT-IN Kitchen! ARCHED ENTRY TO LIVING ROOM, SO MUCH CHARACTER IN THIS HOME! TWO NICE SIZED BEDROOMS WITH CLOSETS. SHARED BATHROOM FEATURING WHIRLPOOL BATHTUB. SO MANY POSSIBILITIES! ALL FOR THE PRICE OF A CONDO! OVERSIZE LAUNDRY ROOM/MUDROOM FEATURING NEW GE WASHER & DRYER. ATTACHED GARAGE! FENCED IN YARD! AMAZING INVESTMENT PROPERTY, OR FOR OWNER OCCUPIED!

Experience the epitome of private resort living in Shoreacres Golf Club, 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 guest 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 very 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 endless 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 great 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 grounds 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.

Super desirable location and beautifully renovated in 2012 -2013 and available for quick closing. Set just blocks to town, excellent schools, train, parks, rec-center with fenced back yard backing to the bike trail. Key updates include an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, two updated full bathrooms, freshly painted interior, hardwood floors, canned lighting, home office or 4th bedroom, finished lower level, wet bar, huge deck, and brick paver driveway. Meticulously maintained inside and out. Call today for additional information or to schedule a private showing.

Brand new renovations include white kitchen, new oak flooring, bathrooms, and lighting! Exciting 4 bedroom, 4.1 bath home awaits you in this highly prized, east Lake Bluff location, which is walking distance to schools and only a few blocks from downtown-with multiple restaurants, coffee shops, and local businesses-train station, parks and fabulous Lake County bike path system! Situated adjacent to the wooded Ravine Park, this home offers a serene and private setting. The exterior features remarkable craftsmanship and thoughtful details that exude charm and character, highlighted by the beautiful front porch. Inside, you'll be welcomed into a bright, inviting living space featuring hardwood floors and large windows that provide views of the surrounding trees. The kitchen boasts custom made white cabinets, new countertops, high end appliances including new oven and cooktop, a large island with seating, and room for a table. The kitchen and family room with fireplace open to a stone patio and large yard that makes the space perfect for entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, a nice dining area is ideal for enjoying family dinners. Other first floor features include a living room that opens to the front porch, a home office / guest room, a spacious mudroom with lockers conveniently located off of the heated, two-car garage. Additionally, there is a powder room AND full bathroom on the first floor offering flexibility for guest and in-law arrangements. On the second floor you'll find a large primary suite with vaulted ceilings which includes a walk-in closet plus secondary dressing space, a well-appointed bath with dual vanities, and beautiful views. There are three additional bedrooms on the second floor, one with an ensuite bath, while the other two bedrooms share a bath. You'll also find a well-appointed laundry area with washer/dryer, folding table, and cabinets with plenty of storage. The lower level is nicely finished with a rec room, storage/work room, and an additional finished space that can be used for an exercise area, game tables, theater room or a bedroom. The beautiful lot has a large professionally landscaped yard, mature trees, pea gravel dog run, and plenty of play space. Walk the trails in the adjacent wooded area or visit nearby Artesian Park where you'll find a playground, baseball fields, tennis courts, and basketball courts. This home is in the highly rated Lake Forest High School district. Recent updates include white kitchen with new countertop, oven and cooktop (2023), oak flooring (2023), lighting (2023), powder room (2023), master bath (2023), exterior paint (2023), new windows (2023), furnace (2021), air conditioner (2020), and interior paint (2020). The attention to detail and care that has been invested in this property is evident. You will be proud to call this home your own. Come and see this amazing, impeccable, turnkey home today!

Welcome to your dream home, perfectly situated in a coveted neighborhood blocks from Lake Michigan. This stunning 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom property has an incredible layout, and has been meticulously well maintained. Boasting breathtaking views of the ravine year round, this home is a true oasis of tranquility. This exquisite property showcases a seamless blend of prairie-style and craftsman architecture, resulting in a striking and cohesive aesthetic. From the broad eaves and low-pitched rooflines to the attention to detail in every element of the design, this home captures the essence of these two iconic styles. Enjoy the warmth and character of natural materials and textures, along with the clean lines and understated elegance that define these time-honored traditions. Whether you are a lover of history, design, or simply appreciate the beauty of a well-crafted home, this property is sure to captivate and inspire. Upon entering the home, you will be struck by the spacious and inviting main level, which features vaulted ceilings and ample room perfect for hosting guests or spending time with family. The living room is warm and inviting with wood paneled vaulted ceilings, six sets of sliding glass doors to access the outdoors on all sides, and complete with a large brick fireplace perfect for those chilly nights. Picturesque views of the ravine are also seen from the octagonal library and oversized dining room with ample space for guests. The large chefs kitchen boasts an oversized island, ample solid wood cabinetry, butler pantry with additional sink and dishwasher, and storage pantry with views of the ravine. A spacious family room is open to the kitchen and has an additional fireplace, book shelves, and access to the generous laundry & mudroom and 3 car garage. The first-floor primary suite is a private retreat, complete with two separate bathrooms and plenty of closet space. An incredible home office or fifth bedroom is also located off the primary bedroom with access to the outdoors as well. The staircase to the upper level is bathed in light from the skylight above and once the staircase is ascended boasts views out the large window seat. This level includes a generous bedroom, bathroom, and two additional bedrooms with large Jack & Jill bath between. One of the highlights of this property is the attached screened-in gazebo, offering the perfect place to unwind and take in the serene surroundings. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee or enjoying a glass of wine at sunset, the views from the gazebo are simply breathtaking. With views like these, you'll feel like you're in a secluded retreat, even though you're just minutes from all the amenities the area has to offer. This incredible home offers the perfect balance of privacy and comfort, with every detail carefully crafted to create a space you'll be proud to call your own. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this stunning property your forever home.

Welcome to your new home! This stunning, fully-renovated first-floor unit offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The Primary bedroom boasts a full en-suite bathroom with dual closets for added convenience. Step into the spacious Living Room, adorned with a beautifully crafted wood-trimmed ceiling. Enjoy the abundance of natural light streaming through the glass sliding doors that will lead to your own private porch, creating the perfect setting for relaxation. For the aspiring chef in you, the Kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line features, including sleek granite countertops and ample cabinet space. No need to worry about the cold winter months, as this unit comes with a heated garage space, ensuring comfort and convenience all year round. Indulge in the array of amenities offered by the condo complex, including a clubhouse, refreshing swimming pool, state-of-the-art exercise room, serene ponds, invigorating hiking trails, and the tranquility of mature trees surrounding the community. Conveniently located with easy access to RT 43 and the tollway, offering shopping just a few minutes away, making errands a breeze. Welcome to a lifestyle of comfort, elegance, and convenience! Your dream home awaits you.

West Terrace GEM!! 4 bed 2.5 bath Custom built home by Nagel. Exquisitely maintained. Hardwood floors thru out first floor. 2 Fireplaces one gas fireplace in living room and wood burning fireplace in family room. New Anderson windows on first floor. Beautiful kitchen with newly refaced oak cabinets (2022) new quartz countertops (2023), Viking 5 burner stovetop, undermount sink with disposal and a second food prep sink. Eat in Kitchen with Mudroom extension to the backyard. Mudroom offers new washer and dryer for first floor laundry Living and dining rooms with crown molding. French doors from both living and dining rooms leading to aggregate patio overlooking well landscaped fully Cedar fenced back yard. 2nd floor Primary suite with detailed crown molding and new vinyl plank floors. 3 additional Large bedrooms with hardwood floors and plenty of closet space. Finished basement with vinyl laminate floors (2018) recessed lighting, wet bar & mini refrigerator. Large utility room with cabinetry extending from finished basement. Additional storage space throughout home in attic, above the garage and large crawl space beneath living room. Prepare to be wowed by all the recent updates Extensive upgrades in recessed lighting and new hardware through out first and second floor interior doors. Freshly painted Exterior. Newer architectural roof shingles 2014 Walk to Open lands, elementary school, park district, golf course and pool! Minutes to downtown Lake Bluff, train and beach.

Impressive & Inviting Custom-Built Brick & Limestone Home Nestled On Just Over 1/3 Acre Gorgeous Lot Located On Quiet Dead End Street Just Steps Away From Lake Michigan. Two-Story Foyer Welcomes You To Sun-Filled & Spacious Open Floor Plan With 10 ft Ceilings & Gleaming Hardwood Floors Throughout. Gourmet Kitchen Has An Abundance Of Solid Custom Cabinets, Granite Counters,High-End Stainless Appliances, Island With Prep Sink & Breakfast Bar + Planning Desk. Large Eating Area Overlooks Family Room With Gas Stone Fireplace, Wet Bar & Surround Sound. Lovely Living & Dining Rooms + Butlers Pantry With Beverage Fridge Are Perfect For Entertaining. Main Floor Office/Bedroom Has Adjacent Full Bath. Mudroom/Laundry Room +Walk-In Storage Closet & Heated Tile Floors. 4 Car Heated Garage. Fabulous Primary Bedroom Suite With Travertine Fireplace, Balcony, Dual Walk-In Closets & Luxurious Master Bath With Steam Shower, Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Heated Floors & Dual Sinks. Second Bedroom With Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-In Closet & Entrance To Jack-N-Jill Bath. Second Bedroom Suite With Private Bath. Third Bedroom With Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-In Closet & Entrance To Jack-N-Jill Style Full Bath. Two Additional Large Bedrooms + Second Laundry Area. 2009 Sq Ft Full Unfinished Basement With 10 Foot Ceilings, Bathroom Rough-In & Stairs To Garage. Magnificent Private & Lush Professionally Landscaped Yard To Relax & Unwind. Walk To Lake Michigan, Town, Restaurants & Shops. Minutes To Train & Major Roads/Tollway.

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.*

A Significant Home in a Fairy Tale Setting .... with the most spectacular outdoor spaces and swimming pool anyone could wish for! The pool is OPEN and ready for family fun and entertaining -- no two-year wait needed to build one! -- and the privacy abounds, even though you are within easy walking distance to everything that makes the Village of Lake Bluff so special, like Sunday Bluffinia Concerts on the Village Green, summertime Block Parties, the famed Lake Bluff Fourth of July Parade, the Criterium Bike Race, Halloween Happenings and so much more fun year-round! Located only minutes from Lake Forest High School, on a secluded cul de sac near Lake Michigan, this classic English Country home appears to have been there for generations. Perfectly set on its spectacular 1.4-acre ravine property, it's a rare find in the heart of East Lake Bluff! Thoughtfully and artistically envisioned by its current owners and custom-designed and built by noted architect and builder Rick Swanson in 2001, it embodies the best of all worlds: the classicism and craftsmanship of an older North Shore estate, combined with the modern technology and lower maintenance of newer construction. Its setting is unique: the slope into one of Lake Bluff's most extraordinary deep ravines allows for multi-level lawn and garden areas accented by beautiful stone garden walls and blue stone patios. It features a stunning swimming pool as the focal point of the very private back yard. Built for both grand scale entertaining and intimate family living, this 7,418 square foot home features 5+ bedrooms; 7.1 baths; 6 fireplaces; 10-foot ceilings on the first floor and 9-foot ceilings on the second floor; an attached greenhouse; and an attached 4-car garage. An elegant first floor bedroom suite can be a second primary suite, or a lovely guest suite. The Bonus Room on the second floor can be a 6th bedroom. There is also a luxurious finished walkout basement -- with a game area, a huge Rec Room and with a large bar and fireplace, a spacious exercise room, a full bath and multiple storage rooms -- which opens to a patio area overlooking the deep and forested ravine. A significant home like this rarely becomes available in a lifetime. Is this your moment? Seize it now!

Great opportunity! Commercially zoned, lot with 50-feet of frontage on Waukegan Rd. Lot size is approximately 50'x143'. City water and sewer ready!

Beautiful 341 Belle Foret Drive in Lake Bluff is perfectly set on 1.36 spectacular acres professionally landscaped and designed by Mariani. Adjoining the Lake Bluff golf course with views of the third Tee and tree lined fairways, this is your own private oasis. From the moment you enter into the magnificent foyer, you know this home is special. This stunning custom French home is designed and built by Rick Swanson incorporating everything that today's buyer dreams of. The foyer with soaring ceilings opens to the impressive living room with fireplace and combined dining room with walls of windows and French doors-perfect for hosting grand scale parties. A chef's kitchen with large island, high end appliances, breakfast area and large wet bar is where everyone will love to gather. Adjacent to the kitchen is the inviting family room with floor to ceiling fireplace. Bathed in natural light, the sun room offers views of the gardens and grounds. The primary suite on it's own level between the first and second floors offers the ultimate in privacy and luxury. The second floor hosts three generously sized ensuite bedrooms. The spacious third floor office or bedroom features captivating views of the golf course. The basement is ready for your custom finishes already providing deep pour high ceiling height, heated floors, plumbed for bath and three staircases. The oversized three car garage is conveniently located adjacent to the laundry/mud room.

This magnificent estate is a stone's throw from Lake Michigan. No detail was overlooked in the construction of this unbelievable home-from the foundation to the spectacular designer finishes. Among the numerous exquisite features are soaring ceilings throughout, custom dramatic millwork, wide plank white oak hardwood & limestone floors, leathered marble waterfall countertops, Kolbe windows, Parapan high gloss kitchen cabinets, 2 woodburing fireplaces, a second story terrace, a private quarter acre courtyard & an attached 2 car heated garage. Breathtaking, sophisticated & absolutely pristine. The integration of quality and attention to detail throughout the home combine to form an unforgettable residence in a charmed location. This is truly a rare offering. "Pennasanta Wood" started construction in 1902 by William Penhallow Henderson & Alice R. Corbin Henderson. Alice was a mother & a renowned published poet & playwright while William was a painter, illustrator, architect, scenery & furniture designer. William designed 701 Park Place to have a studio near Chicago where he was commissioned by Frank Lloyd Wright to design murals for Midway Gardens. Due to his wife's failing health, the couple moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico a few short years later where they became active in the civil rights of Native Americans & continued their creative endeavors.

Build your dream home on this lovely lot in quiet Lake Bluff neighborhood! Easy access to major roadways. Perfectly Quiet Street with a lot of Mature Trees. Don't miss this unique opportunity! Bring Your Ideas!