Bannockburn IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Nestled on a serene 1.8-acre lot, this remarkable 9-bedroom, 8.1-bath home offers a perfect combination of comfort, character, and expansive living space. Thoughtfully designed across multiple levels, the residence is ideal for everyday living as well as large gatherings. Step inside to a welcoming living room highlighted by a cozy fireplace, setting the tone for the home's warmth. A separate dining area is perfectly suited for entertaining, while the kitchen boasts an island with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. Adjacent to the kitchen, the eating area featuring its own fireplace for added charm. The spacious family room, also anchored by a fireplace, creates an inviting setting for relaxation. Completing the main level are a bedroom with ensuite bath, a sunroom, a versatile sitting area, a full bathroom, and a convenient laundry room. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, complete with a generous walk-in closet and a luxurious ensuite bathroom featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Unique to this home, the primary suite also connects to an additional full bathroom and a flexible space that can serve as a private office, sitting room, or nursery. Three more spacious bedrooms, including two connected by a Jack and Jill bath, complete this level. The third floor adds two additional bedrooms and another full bath, ideal for extended family or guests. The home's two lower levels are designed for recreation and leisure. The first includes a large entertainment area with fireplace, a relaxing sauna, and a full bath. The second lower level offers yet another recreational space and a flexible room that can serve as storage, a hobby area, or a private office. Outdoors, the property features two patios, mature trees, and sweeping green space, offering endless possibilities for entertaining, play, or relaxation. SHORT SALE. Sale is subject to lender approval. SOLD AS IS CONDITION!!

Sunset Lane ends in a cul-de-sac where you will find a gated entrance to this 5.95-acre tranquil estate. Nestled in an old growth forest, the 1/8 mile drive winds under a tree canopy over a stone bridge, opening to a vista of a manicured lawn where the home stands at the ground's hilltop. The elegant Country French-style home was designed by the acclaimed architect, William Aitken, founder of Bannockburn and completed in 1929. The Four-level home, built of half-timbering with stucco infilling and a wood shingled roof, contains large arched windows, French doors and bay windows adorning the exterior. An elegant porte-cochere leads into the home's main entrance. The foyer provides a glimpse of the gracious rooms beyond. A grand curved wrap-around staircase features an Ivy-themed wrought iron banister. The living room's old-world charm is evident with its wood-beamed ceilings which leads the eyes to the fireplace, the main focal point of this 30' x 20' room. Five pair of French doors provide wonderful light and views of the tree-lined property. The dining room is adorned with a Claude Monet inspired hand painted mural of France. This 22' x 14' room has a bay of French doors opening to a large 32' x 32' lighted bluestone patio and outdoor grill area with granite countertops and a Wolf gas grill as well as a Wolf wood burning grill. The sunroom has three walls of floor to ceiling arched windows, one of which has a door to the lawn. This room provides the feeling of year-round outdoor living. Its heated tile floor provides ample heat and a cozy environment during the winter months. The kitchen features an AGA stove, French limestone floors, wood cabinetry and granite countertops. A door leads out to the blue flagstone patio and grilling area. The side entry has a closet and back staircase leading from the lower level to the third floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite is a 22' x 16' retreat with a bay window, built in window seat and dual walk-in closets. The primary bath is beautifully tiled with a double vanity, jacuzzi tub and walk in steam shower. On the opposite side fo the second floor, away from the primary bedroom are two bedrooms and a full bath and floor to ceiling built-in linen and storage cabinetry. Both bedrooms are 15" x 14'. The library on the second floor has three walls of windows providing and enchanting "treehouse" feeling. The laundry room on the second floor is 15' x 9' and offers ample built-in storage. The third-floor bedroom suite is a cozy room with beamed ceiling, walk-in closet and full bath. The third-floor gym is light and airy with windows at each end and floor to ceiling mirrors. On the lower level you will find an entertainment area 34' x 20' with two walls of built-in cabinetry. There is a half bath, four storage closets, mechanical room and stair access to the attached 2-car garage. The attached 2-car garage is heated and has storage shelves and a pet shower with hot/cold water. Across the driveway is a 3 1/2 detached extra deep garage with tool shelving with ample room for lawn-care equipment. Generac Home Generator for the unexpected power outage.