11 Luxury Homes on the Illinois & Michigan Markets

A rare offering, this iconic Lake Forest estate was built in the style of a French Manor home and sits on two private acres on coveted Lake Road. Meticulously restored with the utmost attention to detail, this exquisite property offers timeless elegance and breathtaking views of the professionally landscaped grounds.

Listing details: Designed in 1929 by renowned architect Harrie T. Lindeberg, the high ceilings, custom millwork, unparalleled finishes along with magnificent lighting are reminiscent of a bygone era. The brick and limestone exterior has been carefully restored from top to bottom, including the chimneys and shutters.

Nestled on 10 acres, this rustic designed yet modern log cabin / chalet home is surrounded by lush landscaping, fruit and flower gardens yet  a minute from Lake Michigan and Lake PawPaw. The terrace spans the entire home offering an idillic space to enjoy the endless sunrises and  sunsets that are so defined in summer with barbecues, fire pit and lush gardens making entertainment a breeze or conversely your best kept  personal oasis! Upon entering, the great room opens to vaulted ceilings artfully showcasing nature as your backdrop! 2 fireplaces, one on the main floor (as well as the first), further add to the ambiance.

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Listing details: On 3 floors, all above ground, the 3rd floor offers a private master primary  bedroom suite, with separate lofted sitting area overlooking the beautiful great room, deck and gardens. A 2nd primary master suite, located  on the main floor, offers you flexibility and also beautifully showcases gardens. This home is flooded with natural light ready to make precious  new memories. Off the foyer, we find a cozy sitting room (or formal living or dining room), ideal for tea or nestling in to enjoy the beautiful  view. The lower level is comprised of 3 bedrooms ( one of which is currently shown as an office ), and a game room, ideal for family or guests  you love to entertain! Less than 90 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the city, offering the best of nature, endless sunsets, limitless  beaches, sailing, swimming, wine tours … THIS is your PURE MICHIGAN Oasis!

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Designed by renowned Chicago architect, Robert Parker Coffin, this estate blends culture and comfort. Retaining much of its unique features including beautiful, rich millwork and flooring custom crafted with a variety of wood species including hickory, oak, maple and cherry just to name a few.

Listing details: The influence of the French Quarter is a theme that resonates throughout including door hardware, light fixtures and the wine cellar that feels like you are entering a speakeasy. The beamed ceilings that span the massive Great Room on the second floor offers entertaining space for everyone, with what could be a billiards area, gaming and pinball or just sit by a beautiful stone wall fireplace, one of 3 throughout the home.

Luxury living in Grove Estates. Exquisite custom-built home nestled on three lots with over two acres. Meticulously landscaped fully fenced property with a secure electric entrance gate. Sprawling 4 bedroom, 5 full bath, 2 half bath residence with a true 4 car garage features a myriad of top of the line amenities.

Listing details: With the aid of an elevator to access all three levels of living, moving around the house has never been easier. This property is truly one-of-a-kind, and the perfect home for those seeking the very best in luxury living. Attention to detail is evident throughout the home, from the elegant finishes to custom millwork with beautiful solid walnut hardwood flooring throughout most of the home.

Great opportunity to own magnificent lake front property in east glencoe on one acre lot. This lake front house is app. 10,000 sq. Feet total finished space. It boasts 137’ of lake front, 7 bed, 8.1 bath, gourmet kitchen, media room, exercise room, 2 wet bars, wine cellar, elevator, sport court, pool, tram to the lake and much, much more!

Listing details: Agent owned/interest photos are for visual presentation only, photos displayed are from a different finished house. Agent owned.

Expansive 1.7 acre gated estate on one of Lake Forest’s most coveted streets, Green Bay Road. This quality, one-owner home has been lovingly maintained since it was custom-built in 1988. With an all-brick exterior featuring multiple terraces, the home is enveloped by a beautiful lawn with artful professional landscaping.

Listing details: The light and bright interior showcases over 8,000 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 7.1 bathrooms, volume ceilings, spacious rooms, detailed millwork, open circulation space, 5 fireplaces, a stunning wood-paneled library, and an elevator to all levels. There is a sizable 1st floor laundry room, a full finished basement and a 4-car attached garage.

Masterfully designed and built in 2016 by notable architect and builder and upgraded in 2020 with a luxury Infinity pool and stunning stone work and landscaping around the entire property. Architecturally designed millwork, chef’s kitchen, custom ceiling finishes and one-of-a-kind sub-basement wine cellar with reclaimed Chicago brick walls and a 700+ wine bottle cellar.

Listing details: Large Kitchen & Breakfast room opens out through 10-ft glass doors disappearing into the walls and revealing a 4-season heated sunroom which leads out to your resort style backyard, patio and pool. Must tour this home to appreciate all its luxury and custom craftsmanship.

Luxurious living – Residence 8A at Renelle on the River. A true urban oasis, this elegant condominium claims the coveted southeast corner in this contemporary, architectural gem ideally located in the heart of the city. Spanning nearly 2,500 square feet this sophisticated three bedroom, three and one half bath home with two parking spaces included in the price is the ultimate expression of contemporary refinement.

Listing details: Two additional en-suite bedrooms, both with custom walk-in closets, and an additional half bath complete this residence. This boutique, award winning building is a collection of 50 luxury condominiums with fantastic amenities including 24-hour door staff, a private rooftop terrace, lounge, game room, media room, kitchen, outdoor grilling area, state-of-the-art fitness center with yoga room, dog run, and bicycle storage.

A highly sought after, rarely available corner unit in the 03 tier of The Pinnacle. This Lucien Lagrange designed building offers Chicago’s finest in luxury living. This 3 bed 2 1/2 bath has unobstructed sweeping East and Southeastern views of the city from its 2 opulent balconies. Recently gutted and impeccably rehabbed. It offers new Oak Hardwood floors throughout the bedrooms and living room.

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Listing details: An expansive layout allows the light throughout, opening to the impeccably re-designed Chef’s kitchen. The elegantly frameless cabinetry is highlighted by the Sub-Zero 42” Classic French Door Refrigerator and a second Sub-Zero 2-drawer refrigerator/freezer for extra temperature controlled food storage.

Chicago’s Penthouse. This elegant and spacious pent- house sits atop an exclusive 1913 Benjamin Marshall Beaux-Arts masterpiece with iconic Lake Shore Drive and Lake Michigan views. Experience ultimate privacy, security and service in this boutique building with only 13 residences and full-time staff.

Listing details: What truly sets this home apart is the potential to build a one- of-a-kind private roof terrace overlooking the lake- front – one of the city’s largest! Visit 199lsd.com.

Turn key! This elegant corner 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom home with 2 office/dens and incredible lake views was completely renovated with gorgeous high-end finishes in the past 2 years. The 2021 gut renovation combined 2 east-facing units, creating a rare 3,995 square feet of flexible space all on 1 level.

Listing details: 4 exposures provide constant natural light, lake and treetop views of Elm Street and Lake Michigan.