- 7 BedBeds
- 7 BathBaths
- 7,891 SqftSqft
- TypeSingle Family
- Active
- MLS# 12662752
Property Description
Historic lakefront Queen Anne mansion on Lake Michigan! Set on a private 3/4 acre, surrounded on three sides by park, ravine, and Lake, adding "borrowed landscape". Premier location within the "Fort Sheridan" neighborhood of Highland Park, with parks, nearby restaurants, walking trails, beach, and many cultural activities. NuHaus kitchen overlooks Lake. Gorgeous views everywhere. Master Bedroom retreat w/fireplace and 2 balconies, overlooking Lake to East and Ravine to south. Indoor lap pool with ozone treatment (no chlorine), separate HVAC/air filtration system. Pool area has door/large windows to outside, use year-round! First floor bedroom with full bath for guests. Second floor library and additional family room. Newly finished lower level has wine room, play areas, billiards room, and more. Freshly renovated laundry has a dog shower! Meticulously rehabbed with newer mechanical systems, whole house hospital-grade air purification system. Windows were removed, restored, and returned. Large lawn area for play, plus a path to your private overlook for morning coffee. Bluff is owned and maintained by Forest Preserve and is a designated Dark Sky area- see the stars from your bedroom window. 4 car tandem garage. Choice of elementary school. Lake access is via Forest Preserve trail in ravine or Preserve stairs on south side of ravine. The history! Patton lived around the corner, Teddy Roosevelt spent time here. Stroll or bicycle to restaurants from this thriving community with parks, playgrounds, beach, nature trails, and arts. Is your family Musically talented? Midwest Young Artists has classes, concerts, and opportunities for all school ages. Fine Arts are at the Rotblatt & Amrany Fine Art Studio. Outdoorsy? There are so many nearby water and land activities with Forest Preserves and Park District. Families from all over the world have made this vibrant community home. This is the lifestyle you've earned.