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view address Winnetka, IL 60093 Map Location |
Features: | Air Conditioning, Balcony, Garage, Multi-level |
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Bedrooms: | 7 | Bathrooms: | 7 (full: 7) |
Square Feet: | 12,521 sq.ft. | Lot Size: | 0.52 acres |
Year Built: | 1912 | Property Type: | Home |
Neighborhood: | East Winnetka | School District: | New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi |
County: | Cook | List Date: | 2024-02-07 |
Listing Number: | 11934707 | Listed By: | @properties Christie's International Real Estate |
This meticulously renovated English Manor designed by Benjamin Marshall for the Thorne family (founders of Montgomery Ward), offers historical charm & modern luxury. In a prime Winnetka location, spacious living areas & high-quality finishes it presents a unique opportunity for those seeking a blend of elegance & functionality. The extensive attention to detail in the renovation, from the gorgeous conservatory to the thoughtfully designed kitchen & luxurious bedrooms, makes it a truly exceptional property. The 1st flr welcomes you w/a wood-paneled vestibule leading to the entry hall & sizable living room boasting a spectacular plaster relief ceiling & limestone fireplace. Adjacent to the living room, is a delightful conservatory w/windows on 3 sides offering stunning views of the outdoors & the 100-year old Magnolia tree that adds a touch of history to the scenery. The banquet-sized dining room is flooded w/natural light & French doors lead to the backyard patio. The 1st flr also features a library w/fireplace & floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases, Butler's Pantry w/custom cabinetry, Scottsman ice maker, Sub-Zero beverage refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher & built-in Miele coffee center. The modern kitchen, which enjoyed the most extensive reconfiguration, is a chef's delight featuring a large island w/prep sink & breakfast bar w/seating for 4, custom wood cabinetry, Quartz countertops, & high-end Thermador appliances including 2 dishwashers, double oven, warming drawer, 6-burner cooktop with griddle, column refrigerator & freezer & Best ventilation hood. This elegant & functional kitchen opens to a private & sunny family room & a separate bricked breakfast room. On the 2nd flr, you will find an extensive Primary Suite w/multiple closets, limestone fireplace, luxurious limestone & marble bathroom & attached sunroom/office w/views of the neighborhood. There are 3 additional bedrooms, each w/its own unique character. One is an elegant en-suite w/fireplace, another en-suite has access to an exterior balcony & the third includes a sitting room & its own versatile attic space suitable for a bedroom, sitting room or office. The 3rd flr contains 2 bedrooms w/en-suite bathrooms each featuring a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace. Additionally, 2 terraces offer privacy & an opportunity to enjoy the peaceful sounds of the Lake. The basement has 9-foot ceilings & includes even more luxury amenities such as a large media/game room, craft, exercise and mud rooms, workshop, office & technology center. The house surrounds a private backyard w/a spacious bluestone patio which provides an ideal entertainment space & overlooks a fenced professionally landscaped yard. Integration of Smart Technology ensures a modern living space. Visual Comfort lighting, Sonos audio, ethernet & RF in every room, Wi-Fi controlled thermostats, sprinkler system & exterior lighting. Designed for ultimate comfort w/13-zones of heated flooring encased in Gypcrete, 4 variable speed a/c units & high efficiency modulating furnaces. Additionally, the home has 6 fireplaces, 3 private terraces & 2 laundry rooms all showcasing a thoughtful blend of luxury and functionality. During the rebuilding, every aspect of was tended to, from re-plating original hardware to installing Kohler bathroom & kitchen fixtures. No expense was spared. The home features high-end mechanicals, highest-efficiency Marvin windows, slate roof & handcrafted copper gutters. Plumbing, electrical, tuck pointing, limestone replacement, heated driveway, extensive drainage systems, Tesla charger, reverse osmosis water purifier & a whole house generator have also been installed. Owning this fully updated historical home in a prime Winnetka location is a rare & extraordinary opportunity offering a blend of rich history, a meticulous renovation & a coveted setting. This is a unique chance to experience the best of both worlds-the charm of a historic residence & the modern comforts of a thoughtfully updated
Air Conditioning: | Yes | Breakfast Room: | Yes |
Cable Television Available: | Yes | Central Air: | Yes |
Cooktop: | Yes | Dishwasher: | Yes |
Double Oven: | Yes | Dryer: | Yes |
Fireplace: | Yes | Fireplace In Living Room: | Yes |
Fireplace In Master Bedroom: | Yes | Freezer: | Yes |
Garbage Disposal: | Yes | Hardwood Floors: | Yes |
Microwave Oven: | Yes | Natural Gas Heat: | Yes |
Oven: | Yes | Radiant Heat: | Yes |
Refrigerator: | Yes | Security System: | Yes |
Separate Dining Room: | Yes | Walk-In Closet(S): | Yes |
Washer: | Yes | Wet Bar: | Yes |
Woodburning Fireplace(S): | Yes | Zoned Heat: | Yes |
Attached Garage: | Yes | Balcony: | Yes |
Brick Exterior: | Yes | Circular Driveway: | Yes |
Concrete Driveway: | Yes | Deck: | Yes |
Garage Size: | 2.50 | Living Square Feet: | 12,521.00 |
Parking Spaces: | 2.50 | Patio: | Yes |
Slate Roof: | Yes | Total Finished Square Feet: | 12,521.00 |
Elementary School: | Greeley Elementary School | High School: | New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi |
Lot Acres: | 0.52 | Lot Dimension: | 150X168X42X117X122 |
Middle School: | The Skokie School | Public Sewer: | Yes |
School District: | New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi | Subdivision: | East Winnetka |
Taxes: | 47,269.20 | Transaction Type: | Sale |
Year Built: | 1912 |
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