985 Sheridan Road, Highland Park
From the Professional Showcase of John Watkins: 985 Sheridan Road, Highland Park
Details & Features
 
Lakefront Majesty on the North Shore
 
Panoramic Lake Michigan vistas dominate this impressive lakefront 5 bedroom, 9+ bath property. Massive expansions and renovations were completed in 2002. The finest of materials, stone, marble, granite, onyx and inlaid woods epitomize uncompromising Old World elegance and craftsmanship. Truly unique features include an amazing indoor pool, fabulous entertaining spaces, and a 6-car elevator garage. 120 feet of private sandy beach is accessed by a spectacular, terraced walkway.
 
While this home may be purchased by itself, you have the rare opportunity to combine it with neighboring 975 Sheridan Road to create a truly extraordinary estate. Imagine the panoramic Lake Michigan vistas dominating your impressive waterfront estate on Chicago's exclusive North Shore. Experience the wonder of sunrise over Lake Michigan from expansive rooms, grand terraces and verdant lawns. Descend the spectacular, environmentally engineered walkway to now 220 feet of unobstructed beach...
 
Each home possesses a character of its own and is supported by the ultimate in smart house technology including gated entry and remote video security system. Bronze sculptures and fountains form dramatic focal points. This property is located in vibrant Highland Park, which is known for its fine dining, elegant shops, world-class entertainment and outstanding schools.
 
Special Highlights
Smart House Security
In addition to the gated entry, the property has a remote video security system.
Truly Unique and Amazing...
Unbelievable indoor pool with gorgeous mosaic floor and hot tub. Unique 6-car elevator garage. Expansive home gym complete with sauna, steam rooms and huge hot tub.
A Majestic Welcome
The magnificent marble floored foyer features majestic twin staircases with ornate wrought iron and brass railings.
The Music Room
Overlooking the indoor pool, the music room boasts a magnificant fireplace, flanked by built-in burled mahogany bookcases with beveled glass doors.
Solarium/Media Room
This absolutely stunning second floor room has built-in Philippine mahogany cabinetry and a cathedral glass ceiling with retractable shade system.
Fabulous Updated Kitchen
The updated kitchen boasts marble floors, two Gaggenau built-in ovens and cook tops, Viking warming drawers in the large island, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, granite counters, light maple cabinetry and an 8' x 9' pantry.
Enormous Entertainment Room
Downstairs, a 25 x 60 foot entertainment room is perfect for grand parties with French door walkout and cook's kitchen featuring mahogany, granite and obsidian.
Breathtaking Views
Awake to sweeping Lake Michigan views in the spectacular master suite. Also on the second floor is an extraordinary mahogany paneled solarium/media room. The private third floor office with views of the lake is absolutely breathtaking!
Unique "Ferrari" Bedroom Suite
Opposite the master suite on the second floor, this bedroom suite features spectacular lake views, a private sitting room and an amazing bathroom.
 
Room Details
Foyer 35X20
Spectacular entry with superb inlayed marble floors and views straight through to the lake
Living Room 25X22
Custom draperies frame the French doors opening to the terrace and overlooking the lake.
Dining Room 32X16
The place to entertain on a grand scale while enjoying lake views.
Kitchen 24X19
A cooks dream! Appliances from Gaggenau, Bosch, Viking and Sub-zero. 8'x 9' pantry
Breakfast Room 24X16
A wonderful place for the family to gather.
Family Room 38X22
Where charm and elegance combine.
Bedroom 21X16
Main level; hardwood flooring
Bedroom 21X12
Main level; hardwood flooring
Bonus Room 35X27
Main level; marble flooring
Sitting Room 23X16
Main level; hardwood flooring
Master Bedroom 21X19
Opulent master suite: The luxurious bedroom, sitting room and private 3rd floor office all present beautiful lake views. Elegant master bath and huge walk-in closets.
Bedroom 40X18
Second level; hardwood flooring
Bedroom 20X18
Second level; hardwood flooring
Suite 24X15
Second level; parquet flooring
Media Room 44X22
Burled mahogany paneled walls. A unique glass ceiling and retractable shade system.
Office 24X16
The third floor private retreat with uncompromising lake views.
Exercise Room 30X22
The complete gym...exercise room, sauna and spa!
Bedroom 21X18
Lower level
 
 
John Watkins
(847) 681-4156
 
 
 
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Highland Park Office
1893 Sheridan Rd.
(847) 433-5400
Owned And Operated By NRT, LLC.
 
 
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Listing Address
985 Sheridan Road
Highland Park
 
Asking Price
$8,930,000
 
Room Count
18 rooms, 5 beds, 9.2 baths
 
 
Property Type
Single Family Home
 
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Marcia Shanin
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(847) 217-7111
 
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