1955 Shore Acres Drive, Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044


$4,023,500

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 14,724
Cost/Sqft: $306
Beds: 5
Baths: 10
Year Built: 1941
Property Taxes: $63,246
Days On Market: 1578
Lot Size: 4,88
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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.

Property Specifics

Single Family
1941
Full,Walkout
Yes
4.88
Lake
— / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan
Public Sewer
11005704
12094010020000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Lake Bluff Elementary School
65
Middle School
Lake Bluff Middle School
65 Not in DB
High School
Lake Forest High School
115 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
7 Dec, 2020 Sold $1,610,000 MRED MLS
30 Oct, 2020 Under contract $2,250,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $2,499,900 MRED MLS
29 Jul, 2020 Listed for sale $2,499,900 MRED MLS
29 Dec, 2021 Sold $4,023,500 MRED MLS
3 Dec, 2021 Under contract $4,500,000 MRED MLS
17 Aug, 2021 Listed for sale $4,500,000 MRED MLS
22 Feb, 2024 Sold $5,150,000 MRED MLS
19 Jan, 2024 Under contract $5,995,000 MRED MLS
Last price change $6,325,000 MRED MLS
18 Aug, 2023 Listed for sale $6,750,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fifth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 10
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5,Breakfast Room,Office,Recreation Room,Game Room,Kitchen,Heated Sun Room,Foyer,Mud Room,Utility Room-1st Floor
Basement: Full,Walkout
Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space

Other Specifics

10
Concrete
Balcony, Deck, Patio, Roof Deck, In Ground Pool, Outdoor Grill
Beach,Lake Front,Water View,Mature Trees,Lake Access,Waterfront
1059X809X263X508
Full
Bar-Dry, 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 Coun...
Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2020 $61,563
2021 $63,246
2024 $44,277

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