Luxurious Illinois Mansion on Lake Michigan Shorelists for Record-breaking
$35M

Mansions and Millionaires: Illinois’s Luxurious Residential Market

A Lakefront mansion in Winnetka, Illinois, affectionately known as “Windsor House”, is making headlines in the residential real estate industry with its staggering asking price of $35 million. Occupying over 2.3 acres of land, this opulent domicile is currently the most expensive residential listing in the Chicago metro area.

Inside the Prestigious Windsor House

Erected in 1929, the Windsor House boasts a rich history. The mansion, featuring 22 rooms, including seven bedrooms and nine full bathrooms, has been home to only a handful of families over the years. Common areas include two family rooms, the second of which channels a tropical theme, filled with ornate moldings, parquet floors, crystal chandeliers, limestone and marble fireplace surrounds, French doors and stained-glass windows. All these elements unite to create a space that exudes both heritage and luxury.

Recreational spaces are not lacking within this mansion. From a media room to a music room and a dedicated reading room, the house is designed to cater to a variety of hobbies and preferences. The aesthetic ambiance within the property is further elevated by terraces that offer breathtaking views of the lake.

A Beachfront Retreat

Along with an elegant mansion, owners would be privy to a generous amount of private beach extending as far as 223 feet over Lake Michigan. This property guarantees privacy and tranquility in addition to providing the rare opportunity of owning a slice of the 1,640-mile shoreline of this Great Lake that borders four states.

Recreational Facilities and Luxury Amenities

The luxury doesn’t stop at the mansion’s doors. Also included within the compound is a spacious boathouse with ample room for multiple watercraft. Additionally, a pool and spa, situated with a view of the lake and close proximity to the mansion, enhance the recreational potential of the property.

The exorbitant asking price is not merely for the property, but also for the experience and luxury living it promises. The mansion stands as a grand testament to the timeless elegance of a forgotten era, beautifully restored and equipped with state-of-the-art conveniences.

An Overview of Residential Market Trends

The listing of Windsor House indicates the robust nature of the luxury residential market in Illinois. The previous record in the area was held by a lakefront home in northwest Iowa that recently sold for a whopping $9.5 million. The record-breaking asking price of the Windsor House could potentially redefine the market trends and give new shape to the residential sector in the state.

Whoever the new homeowners might be, they will inevitably join the exclusive club of residents in Winnetka, a klein town with a population just over 12,700 near Chicago, embodying the pinnacle of luxury in Illinois.

Author: STAFF HERE NOVI WRITER

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