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Winnetka,IL 60093
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,025 sqft
Price per Sqft $654
MLS Listing ID 12128402
Style English
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 6
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1926
Annual Tax Amount $42,728
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 0.935 Acres
Property Description
When an estate can illustrate its own story without words, then you know you have discovered something truly unique. Magically set on one of Winnetka's most coveted private lanes, this home is secluded yet within walking distance to award winning Winnetka schools, town, and the Indian Hill train stop. This English manor masterpiece by renowned Jazz Age architect Russell S. Walcott hits a new high note with a dynamite refresh that includes a newly renovated de Giulio custom kitchen & an exquisite exterior revamp complemented with charming Chinese Chippendale-style gates, entertaining terraced patios & a boutique hotel-level pool within the secluded yard. Step inside to pure majestic beauty that could never be replicated today with the formal foyer outfitted with hand-painted hardwood floors, meticulous hard-carved millwork, and fresh grass cloth wall coverings. An enchanting newly refreshed kitchen beautifully lifts the entire first floor to a new level of curated beauty. Outfitted with Gucci-inspired bamboo handles, custom hand-painted Delft-style tiles, antique mirrored cabinet fronts and whimsical pendant lighting, the kitchen is perfectly in keeping with the house's design yet modernized with every possible convenience: heated floor, 3 sinks, thick mitered Quartz c-tops, built-in desk, & all new deluxe S/S appliances: Wolf 6-burner range, 2 Miele DWs & Sub-Zero. Newly lacquered summer green Butler's Pantry energizes this walk-through space leading to the most magnificent solarium breakfast room overlooking the lush & manicured backyard oasis. The formal dining room boasts hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper with hand-painted turquoise Chinese fretwork moldings applied over antique mirroring adding dramatic sparkle. Cozy up in the Great Room paneled in antique pine from England or enjoy after-dinner cocktails in the red lacquered lounge that beautifully defines this unparalleled entertaining space. For a completely different entertaining experience, gather guests in the gracious living room w/glazed apricot walls anchored by the antique mahogany FP w/limestone surround and French doors leading out to the south lawn and cutting garden. An expansive private primary wing has it all: his/hers dressing rms, 2 separate baths, a sitting rm/office create a perfect oasis for luxury living. Also 3 large additional beds w/full laundry on the 2nd floor. Complete 3rd floor with sun-drenched work out rm overlooking lush grounds, charming custom playroom w/ stage & curtain, and 2 add. beds & 2 full bath. LL with wine cellar & ample storage. This breathtaking residence, grounded in its historical past, is the perfect backdrop for a gracious modern lifestyle. Come experience the beauty of fairytale living as the story magically unfolds around every corner!
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Winnetka
Interior
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air,Sep Heating Systems - 2+,Zoned
Cooling Central Air,Space Pac
Fireplaces Number 6
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning,Gas Starter
Equipment Humidifier,Security System,Sprinkler-Lawn,Air Purifier
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,In Unit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio,Hot Tub,Brick Paver Patio,In Ground Pool,Outdoor Grill
Garage Attached
Garage Spaces 2.0
Community Features Pool
Waterfront false
Roof Type Slate
Building
Lot Description Landscaped
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Sewer Public Sewer,Sewer-Storm
Water Lake Michigan
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Avoca West Elementary School
Middle Schools Marie Murphy School
High Schools New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
School District 37 ,37, 203
Others
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany