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480 Miller RD North Barrington, IL 60010

7 Beds

9 Baths

10,039 SqFt

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10/10/2024 08:14 PM

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 10,039 sqft

Price per Sqft $287

MLS Listing ID 12156343

Style Traditional,Tri-Level,Walk-Out Ranch

Bedrooms 7

Full Baths 9

Annual Tax Amount $30,405

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 10.000 Acres

Lot Dimensions 10

Property Description

LIVE IN YOUR OWN PRIVATE BOTANIC GARDEN - Welcome to the most spectacular estate in the Midwest. Expansive 10-acre property boasts 11 breathtaking themed gardens that took 60 years to cultivate! From the stunning Japanese garden to the magnificent model train garden - 2.5X larger than Epcot's train garden. Incredibly RARE mature TREES, PRIVATE LAKE, and a PRIVATE POOL, this serene sanctuary offers endless natural beauty. Explore the estate's 8 unique structures, including a gazebo, greenhouse, 3-car garage, guest cottage, each blending seamlessly with the lush landscape. One of the Crown Jewels of this property is the PRIVATE TRAIN MUSEUM, which houses an intricate model replica of Chicago! The gardens have garnered NUMEROUS AWARDS over the years. Home is situated to take in the garden and lake VIEWS FROM EVERY WINDOW! You also have an original 1960s soda fountain next to the arcade room, perfect for entertaining! Whether you're strolling through the meticulously designed gardens or marveling at the model trains, this estate is nothing short of extraordinary. This property is being offered for the first time on the market in over half a century! You will not find another estate with these unique offerings!

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Barrington Area

Rooms

Basement None

Interior

Interior Features Bar-Wet, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air, Window/Wall Unit - 1

Fireplaces Number 5

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, Gas Log

Fireplace Y

Appliance Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Laundry In Unit

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Deck, Patio, Porch, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit

Garage Detached

Garage Spaces 3.0

Community Features Park, Pool, Lake

Waterfront true

Roof Type Asphalt

Parking Type Driveway, Secured

Building

Lot Description Lake Front, Pond(s), Water Rights, Water View, Mature Trees, Garden, Views, Waterfront, Water Garden

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Sewer Septic-Mechanical, Septic-Private

Water Private Well

New Construction false

Schools

School District 220 , 220, 220

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

Listed by Eugene Fu • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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