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$2,890,000
65 Days On Site

480 Miller Road
North Barrington, IL 60010

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
7
Beds
9
Full Baths
0
Partial Baths
10,039
SqFt
$288
/SqFt

Built
County:
Lake
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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LIVE IN YOUR OWN PRIVATE BOTANIC GARDEN - Welcome to the most spectacular estate in the Midwest. Expansive 10-acre property boasts 11 breathtaking themed gardens that took 60 years to cultivate! From the stunning Japanese garden to the magnificent model train garden - 2.5X larger than Epcot's train garden. Incredibly RARE mature TREES, PRIVATE LAKE, and a PRIVATE POOL, this serene sanctuary offers endless natural beauty. Explore the estate's 8 unique structures, including a gazebo, greenhouse, 3-car garage, guest cottage, each blending seamlessly with the lush landscape. One of the Crown Jewels of this property is the PRIVATE TRAIN MUSEUM, which houses an intricate model replica of Chicago! The gardens have garnered NUMEROUS AWARDS over the years. Home is situated to take in the garden and lake VIEWS FROM EVERY WINDOW! You also have an original 1960s soda fountain next to the arcade room, perfect for entertaining! Whether you're strolling through the meticulously designed gardens or marveling at the model trains, this estate is nothing short of extraordinary. This property is being offered for the first time on the market in over half a century! You will not find another estate with these unique offerings!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$2,890,000
Days On Site 
65 Days
Bedrooms 
7
Inside Area (SqFt) 
10,039 sqft
Total Baths 
9
Full Baths 
9
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
10 Acres
Year Built 
N/A
MLS® Number 
12156343
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$30,405.12
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Plans
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 months agoStatus changed to Active
2 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
10
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
BlockConcrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerAsphaltDrivewaySecured
Parking Spaces 
9
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Septic Tank
Style 
TraditionalTri-LevelWalk-Out Ranch
Interior Features
Appliances 
Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorBar FridgeFreezerWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorRange Hood
Basement 
None
Cooling 
Wall/Window Unit(s)Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomMaster BedroomWood BurningGas Log
Fireplaces 
5
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Interior 
Wet BarWalk-In Closet(s)Entrance Foyer
Laundry Features 
In Unit
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13X16Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 19X14Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 12X15Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 8X18Level - Second
Bedroom 6 
Level - Main
Bedroom 7 
Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 25X21Level - Main
Exercise Room 
Dimensions - 15X10Level - Lower
Family Room 
Dimensions - 27X35Level - Lower
Foyer 
Dimensions - 7X6Level - Main
Game Room 
Dimensions - 20X14Level - Lower
Heated Sun Room 
Dimensions - 8X20Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 30X16Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island
Laundry 
Dimensions - 13X8Level - Main
Living Room 
Dimensions - 27X36Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 19X16Level - Main
Office 
Dimensions - 20X8Level - Main
Sitting Room 
Dimensions - 18X15Level - Main
Walk In Closet 
Dimensions - 19X41Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Exterior 
BarbecueBalconyOutdoor GrillFire Pit
Lot Features 
GardenViewsWaterfront
Other Structures 
Barn(s)GazeboGreenhouseGuest HousePool HouseShed(s)Garage(s)See RemarksStorage
Patio And Porch 
DeckPatioPorch
Roof 
Asphalt
View 
Water
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Lake FrontPond
Waterview 
Water
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkPoolLake
MLS Area 
Barrington Area
School District 
220
Township 
Cuba
Schools
School District
220
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate



Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2024-10-30 12:00 AM UTC. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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