Sold
Closed
1955 Shore Acres Drive
Lake Bluff IL, 60044
$5,150,000
$349.77 per sqft
Sold
Closed
5 Beds
10 Baths
14,724 sqft
Residential
Built in 1941
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
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.
11853353
MLSⓇ ID
August 18, 2023
Listed
December 13, 2024
Updated
Map
1955 Shore Acres Drive
Lake Bluff IL, 60044
Interior Features
Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
10
Full Bathrooms
9
Half Bathrooms
1
Interior Features
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 Counters, Separate Dining Room
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Laundry Description
Multiple Locations, Sink
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
4.88 Acres
Exterior Features
Balcony, Deck, Patio, Roof Deck, In Ground Pool, Outdoor Grill
Lot Features
Beach, Fenced Yard, Lake Front, Landscaped, Water View, Mature Trees, Lake Access, Waterfront
Sewer
Septic-Private
School Information
School District
65
High School
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Lake Bluff Elementary School
Other Property Details
Area Name
Lake Bluff
Taxes
$44,277
Tax Frequency
Annually
Days on Market
155
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
10
Parking Total
10
View
No
County
Lake
Municipality
Shields
Water Source
Private Well
Pool
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
Listing History
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
2/23/2024 | Sold | $5,150,000 |
2/8/2024 | Pending | — |
2/7/2024 | Pending | — |
1/19/2024 | Under contract | — |
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Dawn McKenna,
Listing Contact: 847-234-8000
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