1955 Shore Acres Drive

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

$5,150,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
9
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
14,724 Sq. Ft.
$350 / Sq. Ft.
14,724
Sq. Ft.
$350
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Dawn McKenna • Coldwell Banker Realty

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 1955 Shore Acres Drive

Area
Lake Bluff
Township
Shields
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
10.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
10.0
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
LISTING UPDATED: 12/12/2024 02:23 PM

Property Details for 1955 Shore Acres Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #11853353
Days on Market155
Taxes$44,277 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1941
Lot Size4.88 AC / 212,437 SF
CountyLake County

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Building Information for 1955 Shore Acres Drive

Stories-Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size4.88 AC / 212,437 SF

Property Information for 1955 Shore Acres Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Lake Bluff Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Lake Bluff Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Tandem, Multiple Garages
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property 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
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Full, Walkout
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space
  • Basement Sq Ft: 4216
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Dining Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Office, Theatre Room, Kitchen, Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Game Room
  • Num of Baths: 9.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic-Private
  • Water: Private Well
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator, Multiple Water Heaters, Security Cameras
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Roof Deck, Pool In-Ground, Outdoor Grill
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2007
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2022
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 14724
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 17658
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 18940
  • Main Sq Ft: 14724
  • Lot Description: Beach, Fenced Yard, Lake Front, Landscaped Professionally, Water View, Mature Trees, Lake Access, Waterfront
  • Lot Size: 4.0-4.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 212438
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete,Circular
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Stone
  • General Information: None
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2934.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 26948
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1282
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2023-08-18T13:35:17
  • Photos Count: 45
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 50X24
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 28X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 25X22
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 27X11
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 12X19
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X28
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 30X41
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X18
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X13
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 25X30
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X12
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X12
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X13
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 38X62
Kitchen- 2nd Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
  • Deck Dimensions: 21X24
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Deck Dimensions: 25X16
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 16X11
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X25
Theatre Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Theatre Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 41X29

Property History for 1955 Shore Acres Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1955 Shore Acres Drive

Taxable ValueLand$592,236Additions$130,105Total$722,341
Tax Record2023$44,277 ($3,690 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths9.5Total Finished SqFt17,658 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt14,724 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,934 SqFtStories2Lot Size212,442 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1979CountyLAKEAPN12-09-401-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1955 Shore Acres Drive

This home is within Lake Bluff Esd 65 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lake Bluff Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lake Bluff Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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