Edith Jasser

Lake Forest IL Home for Sale

Incredible custom built English TUDOR Home situated on an exquisite, expansive cul-de-sac site. A private tree-lined drive leads to the round-about of this wonderful home. The breathtakingly beautiful and very private surroundings of this property offer tranquility & ever changing beauty through the seasons. It combines inviting Old World Charm with New World Flair. The amazing size of the property offers many different choices how to use the grounds. Now: GARDENS for enjoyment and lovely STONE PATHS for daily walks. There is plenty of outside parking for events and a 3 car garage with a full second floor. In its Tudor style tradition the home boasts still a few plaster walls, dark wood 6 panel DOORS & CROWN MOLDINGS...This remarkable home has rarely available two full primary bedroom suites with sitting areas. 1st floor primary suite has two sinks, jetted tub, make-up table and walk-in closet (nice for in-laws, guest suite, au-pair). The larger 2nd floor principal suite has His and Her walk-in closets, large soaking tub, separate dressing room with sink and built ins; the sitting area's large windows overlook the vast grounds below. The 2nd floor has much to offer: Besides its larger 2nd fl. primary suite, a nice landing, a spacious corner bedroom, a center bedroom overlooking the front (currently an Office/Study), the laundry room and next to it the bright 5th bedroom/bonus/multi-purpose room with sky light and build ins (A lovely sanctuary for the artist/crafter in the home...). Buyers will be impressed with the spacious, recently completely renovated/remodeled GOURMET KITCHEN (everything brand-new from floor to ceiling): Bosch/Thermador SS appliances, wine cooler, marble look Taj Mahal quartz counters, made in the US cabinetry, lovely backsplash tiles, a walk-in pantry, a large island for 4 The breakfast rm. area with full dining table, a new built-in bench (storage, lg. windows & sky light above ideal for morning coffee or reading) enhances this area & makes it Central Station of the home. A separate elegant dining room, a family room with stone fireplace opens to the 2-tier vast deck with built in seating benches for large groups; a perfect home for family gatherings and entertaining. Let's not forget the beautiful living room separated from the family room by lovely French glass doors. The home boasts in addition to the existing original hardwood floors, new natural hardwood flooring in foyer, hallways, and kitchen. Both entrances with their travertine tiles, mosaic and marble accents invite you into the home. The first floor has an elegant private office (or Den) off the foyer, a completely remodeled powder room and at the side entrance is a convenient mudroom with a small Prep Kitchen, and a dog/utility shower. Ahhh and the detached 3+ car garage (actually a 2 plus 1) has a full second floor for extra storage or convert to an art studio above the garage, lots of space there and natural light. Garage floor newly primed & painted with a new side entrance door. The full finished basement has 9 ft ceilings, new berber carpeting, freshly painted in decorator colors and offers everything: a Bar, Rec.Room, several Sitting Areas, Game room with pool table (incl.) & seating bench, a full bath w. easy step-in shower, a utility room and a separate lovely 6th bedroom with two closets. Let's not miss the media/TV room (make this your own movie theatre or anything else). This property welcomes you to a calm & relaxing environment, with true privacy and serenity on spectacular over 1 1/3 acres of tranquil beauty. The changes throughout the seasons are extraordinary. So much space ready for your dreams (tennis/basketball, putting green, play ground, vegetable gardens/orchard or a pool) Your SERENE personal PARADISE - yet close to shopping, nearby down towns, the lake & and O'Hare. Sought after Schools (Buyer pays 4/1000 transfer tax) DO NOT MISS this very special Property, View in Person, Fall in Love, and Move in

Northfield IL Home for Sale

Exquisite North Shore Home located on a tranquil Private Lane. Two bridges over a small Creek (a very lovely feature) lead to the wide open back lot. The heated inground pool, the large separate multi-purpose Pool/Guest House, the outdoor built-in Dacor Grill & beautiful outdoor Fireplace create the perfect vacation paradise. The lovely Guest House (1129sq.ft) has the 2nd full Gourmet Kitchen of the property (Viking SS appliances, bar & dining) and an additional Suite (Living, full Bath, sep. Bedroom (6th of property)! All of the above make this a very sought after & exclusive home. The bright 2-story Foyer welcomes & the outstanding Great Room with large built-in walls (FP, Media Center, Bookcases) & a beautiful built-in Bar on the other side (Brass sink, wine cooler, beverage fridge) impresses all visitors.The Great Room is definitely Central Station of this spectacular home. Vast hardscape surroundings bring the Italian aspects of this property into full view: Some Italian names, Italian style concrete column fences & countless lanterns! The extensive drive/parking, upper and lower patios are all stone paved. This superb home has it all, in particular a very exceptional, none-alike basement! Original Owners re-created part of their former neighborhood. The basement Rec.Room has their bar & restaurant, the Play Room has Ice Cream parlor, store & small Pantry or possibly Prep.Kitchen, and of course a Movie Theater. The brick walks transport you to the city for a moment... A great place to entertain & have fun with Family and Friends. In additon the basement has lots of storage, a full spectacular Bath with Sauna, a Bonus Room, walk-in Cedar Closet & 3000+ crawl 4 storage.. Come and visit to fully appreciate this inviting home with an impressive bright and airy Great Room, lovely Guest House, fabulous basement, & vast grounds (open to new plans (tennis, orchard etc) ... The Main Gourmet kitchen is a cook's delight with all Dacor SS appliances, Built-n separate Freezer and Refrigerator (hand painted doors), warming drawer & large Island & gorgeous granite counters. The first floor offers a Livingroom w. antique built-in display furniture (this could also be a nice Library, Office,Den) Coffered ceilings, recessed lights, large windows, beautiful hardwood floors & two-tone walls create the rooms' elegance. The opposite sep.Dining room is as spectacular & mirrors the LR. The 1st floor past the powder room & guest closet offers a lovely 1stFloor Junior Bedroom Suite (sitting area, full bath w. Jacuzzi + Shower, Bedroom (#1)): its glass doors open to the upper patio. The Main Floor has Laundry/Mudroom, w/ separate full bath and 2 doors to the separate 2 heated garages, each one with storage balconies and cabinetry. One has an electric car charging station. The 3rd smaller garage is for motorcycles, bikes etc. The 2nd floor is quite dramatic with its beautiful open gallery landing, several Juliette balconies, 2 Jack n Jill bedrooms (#2 & 3) sharing a full bath, a hall bonus w. sink (2nd Laundry?),a corner Bedroom (#4) (or private Office / Den). The spacious Primary bedroom SUITE is more than wonderful, large bedroom (#5) & sep. sitting area, a most exquisite Bath (Steam shower, Jacuzzi, 2 vanities) & a large, organized walk in closet. A Nursery/small child's bedroom follows w/cabinets, sink, fridge (as Yoga room it opens to a sweet Terrace (relax,read,play) The original owners invested much in speciality wall paints & artistic painted walls. The basement is outstanding & definitely one of a kind! - This home inside and out is an exciting place to entertain & for everybody to enjoy. Main House has 5 bedrooms (2 suites), plus the Nursery bedroom, the separate Guest House has one more Bedroom Suite (Property has 6 bedr + nursery & 5 1/2 baths some heated fl.) Great schools (New Trier HS) Come, experience this exquisite home & fall in love. A tranquil, relaxing place yet so close to everything. Do not miss this one of a kind GEM

Lake Forest IL Home for Sale

Showings started 3/23/22. Incredible English Tudor situated on an exquisite, expansive cul-de-sac site. A private tree-lined drive leads to the round-about of this wonderful home. The breathtakingly beautiful & very private surroundings of this property offer tranquility & an everchanging beauty through the seasons. It combines inviting Old World Charm with New World Flair. The amazing size of the property offers many different choices how to use the grounds. Now: GARDENS for enjoyment and lovely STONE PATHS for daily walks. There is plenty of outside parking for events and a 3 car garage with a full second floor. In its Tudor style tradition the home boasts still some plaster walls, dark wood, 6 panel DOORS & CROWN MOLDINGS...This remarkable home has rarely available two full primary bedroom suites with sitting areas. 1st floor primary suite has two sinks, jetted tub, make-up table and walk-in closet (nice for in-laws, guest suite, au-pair). The larger 2nd floor larger principal suite has His and Her walk in closets, large soaking tub, separate dressing area with sink & built ins; the sitting area's large windows overlook the vast grounds below. The 2nd floor has so much to offer: Besides the 2nd floor larger primary suite, a nice landing, a spacious corner bedroom, a another lg. bedroom overlooking the front (currently used as Office/Study), the laundry room and next to it is the bright 5th bonus bedroom or multi-purpose room with sky light and build ins (A lovely sanctuary for the artist /crafter in the home too). The most discerning buyer will be impressed with the spacious, recently completely renovated/remodeled gourmet kitchen (everything brand new from floor to ceiling). Bosch/Thermador SS appliances, wine cooler, marble look quartz counters, made in the US cabinetry, a new large built in bench with extra storage and sky light above (for morning coffee or reading), a walk-in pantry, a large island with bar for 3 or 4, plus a full dining table in the breakfast room area makes this Central Station of the home. A separate elegant dining room, a family room with stone fireplace opens to the 2-tier vast deck with built in seating benches for large groups; a perfect home for family gatherings and entertaining. Let's not forget the beautiful living room separated from the family room by lovely French glass doors. The home boasts in addition to the existing original hardwood floors, new natural hardwood flooring in foyer, hallways, and kitchen. Both entrances with their travertine tiles, mosaic and marble accents invite you into the home. The first floor has an elegant private office (or Den) off the foyer, a completely remodeled powder room and at the side entrance is a convenient mudroom with a small prep kitchen, and a dog/utility shower. Ahhh and the detached 3+ car garage (actually a 2 plus 1) has a full second floor for extra storage or convert to an art studio above the garage, lots of space there and natural light. Garage floor newly primed & painted - and a new side entrance door. The full finished basement has 9 ft ceilings, new berber carpeting, freshly painted in decorator colors and offers everything: a bar, extra sitting areas, a recreation area with pool table (included) and seating bench, a full bath w. easy step-in shower, a utility room and a separate lovely 6th bedroom with two closets. Let's not miss the media/TV room (make it your movie theatre or anything else). This property welcomes you to a relaxing environment, with true privacy & serenity on spectacular 1.38 acres of tranquil beauty. Changes through the seasons are extraordinary & so much space ready for new ideas (tennis/basketball court, putting green, play ground, vegetable gardens or even a pool) It is your private, personal paradise and yet so close to shopping, nearby down towns, the lake & only minutes to O'Hare. BUYER PAYS $4/$1000 TRANSFER TAX. Drive up the long private lane - take in the views, visit & fall in love. A wonderful Home

Highland Park IL Home for Sale

Darling Ranch situated on a MASSIVE 50x300 lot. This full brick wrap ranch has 2 beds/2 full baths & a nice size basement where you can add a 3rd bedroom. This is the perfect starter/downsizer home, investment property or tear it down & build your dream home on this incredible lot.