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$19,900,000
491 Days On Site

700 Crab Tree Farm Lane
Lake Bluff, IL 60044

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
6
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
9,990
SqFt
$1,992
/SqFt
1994
Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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This lakeshore legacy property is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to establish your multi-generational family compound in the idyllic town of Lake Bluff, Illinois. This 30-acre property with its polo fields and equestrian stables with 13 stalls rivaling Wellington, and 700 feet of private Lake Michigan beach access for boating, is reserved for the discerning buyer who wants the best of both worlds: a luxurious country estate and the convenience of access to metropolitan living. Just 35 miles north of Chicago's 22 Michelin Star restaurants, world-class museums including art by Suerat, O'Keeffe and Van Gogh, and the largest heliport in North America, Lakeshore Legacy boasts of the seclusion and security of a private oasis. The sprawling estate has the ambiance of Europe with a tree-lined gravel drive, in-ground pool, tennis court, and nearby access to the prestigious Shore Acres Country Club. The marquee home features a stunningly renovated primary suite and handcrafted millwork making this six bedroom, six full and two half bath home the perfect retreat to enjoy unobstructed Lake Michigan sunrises. Both formal and informal gardens accentuate the beauty of the land. Impressive architectural details abound including a captivating two-story entryway with iron railings, custom chef's kitchen with commercial grade appliances and sunny eat-in area, all in a meticulously maintained one-owner home that strikes the perfect balance between opulence and comfort. Establish your lakeshore legacy: World class and a world away. *PLEASE DO NOT ENTER CRAB TREE FARM LANE WITHOUT PERMISSION, AS IT IS PRIVATE PROPERTY.*

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$19,900,000
Days On Site 
491 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
9,990 sqft
Total Baths 
8
Full Baths 
6
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
31.85 Acres
Year Built 
1994
MLS® Number 
11835400
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$130,001.6
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
8 months agoStatus changed to Active
8 months agoPrice changed to $19,900,000
a year agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
31.85
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
4
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerAsphaltGravelAttached
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
SqFt Below 
1540
Interior Features
Appliances 
MicrowaveDishwasherFreezerWasherCooktopRange Hood
Basement 
FinishedFull
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving RoomMaster BedroomWood BurningGas Starter
Fireplaces 
5
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Wet Bar
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 15X16Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 16X18Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 15X17Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 14X22Level - Second
Bedroom 6 
Dimensions - 15X17Level - Basement
Breakfast Room 
Dimensions - 15X15Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 16X22Level - Main
Exercise Room 
Dimensions - 14X22Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 18X25Level - Main
Game Room 
Dimensions - 12X23Level - Basement
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 16X18Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Butler,Pantry-Walk-in
Laundry 
Dimensions - 8X13Level - Second
Living Room 
Dimensions - 19X34Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 20X18Level - Second
Office 
Dimensions - 12X16Level - Main
Recreation Rm 
Dimensions - 17X34Level - Basement
Sitting Room 
Dimensions - 13X17Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stone
Roof 
Other
Waterfront 
Yes
Community Features
MLS Area 
Lake Bluff
School District 
Lake Forest High School
Township 
Shields
Schools
School District
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Lake Bluff Elementary School
Middle School
Lake Bluff Middle School
High School
Lake Forest High School
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate



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