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Winnetka,IL 60093
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 12,998 sqft
MLS Listing ID 12153751
Style English
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 8
Half Baths 1
Year Built 2008
Annual Tax Amount $52,085
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 1.120 Acres
Property Description
LUXURY PROPERTY AUCTION: BID 15 NOVEMBER-3 DECEMBER. Listed for 4.729M. Starting Bids Expected Between 1.8M-2.8M. A stunning fusion of lakeside serenity and bespoke luxury, this exceptional estate offers an unparalleled living experience. Owned by the renowned science fiction author Andy Weir, this property was expertly redesigned and renovated from the ground up by award-winning architects Benvenuti & Stein and Karl Straussburger. The property sits on a private peninsula with 111 feet of pristine lakefront, one of only 14 properties with exclusive riparian rights. Inside, elegance meets modern convenience with an open floor plan, newly built unused kitchen, and a sunroom adorned with 100-year-old barn wood and heated floors. Enjoy alfresco dining on the expansive brick patio, gather around the fire pit on cool evenings, or simply take in the serene lake views from the lush, landscaped backyard, which offers plenty of space for a future pool or sport court. The floating dock provides direct access to the lake for fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or even winter ice skating, while a custom-built retaining wall ensures the shoreline remains intact for years to come. Every detail has been meticulously curated, from the grand foyer to the multiple custom-designed offices and luxurious en suite bedrooms, making this home the perfect retreat for those seeking beauty, comfort, and exclusivity.
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Winnetka
Interior
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air,Zoned
Cooling Central Air,Zoned
Fireplaces Number 7
Fireplaces Type Double Sided,Gas Log,Gas Starter,More than one
Equipment Ceiling Fan(s),Generator
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup,In Unit,Multiple Locations,Sink
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony,Patio,Porch,Outdoor Grill,Fire Pit
Garage Attached
Garage Spaces 3.0
Community Features Lake,Dock,Water Rights,Gated,Street Lights,Street Paved
Waterfront true
Building
Lot Description Lake Front,Water Rights,Water View,Mature Trees
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan,Public
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Avoca West Elementary School
Middle Schools Marie Murphy School
High Schools New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
School District 37 ,37, 203
Others
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany