Vicky Wheary

Lake Bluff IL Home for Sale

A private country wooded setting is the backdrop for this lovely ranch home with 3 bedroom, 2 & 1/2 baths, totally renovated in 2016. Everything is new! It's truly a "smart" home too, loaded with electronics and the basement is like your own health club with a whirlpool spa, Sauna and a special massage chair, all included with the house. There is a 1/2 bath there as well and an entrance to the spacious heated garage. The back of the house has a great deck and patio overlooking the wrought iron fenced in yard with a separate .25 acre wooded lot that was an addition to the property by the owner. This home also has CITY SEWER & WATER which is a big plus in that location. There was a fireplace in the living room & can be opened up again. The open floor plan brings in so much light, and there are all new hardwood floors on the main floor. The spacious kitchen has new stainless appliances & countertops & a cute cutting board island was added. There is a doggie door leading to the deck & backyard which can really come in handy in the winter time! The master bedroom has a barn door leading to the bathroom with a steam shower. The property is attractively professionally landscaped in keeping with the rural feel. It's in a great location close to the fabulous Lake Bluff elementary school as well as the Lake Bluff golf course, recreation center, commuter train and the quaint town of Lake Bluff. If you're looking for privacy and tranquility, and an updated home, and yet want to be close to everything, then this is a "must see" home!

Highland Park IL Home for Sale

This unique custom 3400 sq. Ft. contemporary home built in 2000, has loads of quality and special features, located on the heart of the downtown area of Highland Park. With three stories, it almost has the feel of a luxurious town home, only it's a custom single family home, with privacy. The glorious master suite on the top floor, with it's wall of glass, is like being in a tree house overlooking the lights of the city by night, and the bustle of the city by day. The first floor features 10 foot ceilings, an abundance of windows, bringing in the light, even on cloudy days. The sparkling white kitchen has newer 42' high end cabinets and quartz countertops, all newer stainless appliances, pantry and eating area overlooking a deck through sliding glass doors. A dog run was installed with it's own small door for easy indoor/outdoor access for pets. The expansive 22x20 living room is open and airy and even large enough to add another eating area if so desired. Another important feature is that the entire house has beautiful hardwood floors. There are 3 bedrooms on the 2nd floor with a custom bath. The lower level has a comfortable 20x14 family room with a fireplace and an extra bedroom/office, bath and laundry room. A fenced in yard and some substantial evergreens were added for the landscaping. This home is a must see if you are looking for a newer modern urban type residence with a creative flair & definitely not run of the mill architecture.

Lake Bluff IL Home for Sale

This spectacular 2,815 sq ft lower level walk out brick ranch, with it's great curb appeal, has just had a fabulous facelift inside & out. The entire interior has been painted, with new bamboo flooring installed in the living & dining room plus the hallway where the 3 bedrooms have brand new carpeting. The sun filled light from the skylight in the gracious foyer opens to the the cathedral ceiling living room with a charming floor to ceiling brick surround fireplace, including a gas starter & gas logs as a focal point. The French doors on either side overlook the freshly painted newer cedar deck & beyond the 1/2 acre of property abounding in privacy & wooded beauty. The supersize kitchen has new granite countertops & tile backsplash, new faucet, refrigerator, microwave & newer double ovens. The separate supersize eating area, is a treat to have and the first floor laundry has a newer washer & dryer conveniently nearby as well. The "primary suite" features a coffered ceiling, new ceiling fan & plenty of space for a couch & chairs! The fabulous new luxury bath with the quartz countertop, double sinks & slate looking tile floor, along with the exquisite tile work around the whirlpool tub and separate shower plus it's huge bright skylight make it a delight to use. The new hall bath with it's lovely marble looking tile on the floor and tub surround plus the charming marble top vanity, make it attractive as well. One of the bedrooms can double as a den as it has a wet bar and a wall of bookshelves. The lower level walkout includes a huge carpeted family room area with a brick surround fireplace, a wet bar & tons of built in shelving plus more space for a pool table, exercise area or office space. Another huge plus is the wall of windows bringing in so much light, with a door leading out to a spacious patio for more outdoor entertaining. There is a 1/2 bath off of the lower level foyer as well with an enormous unfinished storage area waiting for an extra room or two addition, plus another large unfinished area with a workshop & more storage. The yard is so private with a custom shed in the back of the property large enough for lawn furniture & yard equipment. It's location is close to both the Village of Lake Bluff and Lake Forest with close access to schools, train and the major highways. The people who lived here before loved it so much, they didn't want to leave & said they would duplicate the floorplan, if they were ever to build a house! It is truly a gem of a property & you would never know from the exterior, how spacious it is on the inside. It's well worth a look!

Lake Bluff IL Land for Sale

Beautiful wooded lot in a very hidden, quiet neighborhood just north of Armour Woods. If you want privacy, this is the area for you. Call broker about county rules for building a house.

Wadsworth IL Home for Sale

There are not enough adjectives to describe this exceptional "one of a kind" property, boasting over 3400 Sq. Ft. of recently remodeled bliss in Midlane Club. This gem is nestled perfectly on a premium Golf Course homesite with breathless views! A gorgeous entry greets you in this open floor plan with newer expresso stained bamboo floors, a two story living room & spacious dining room area, with stunning crystal light fixtures & fresh hues with loads of light. A chic remodeled kitchen includes granite and quartz countertops, marble backsplash, & recessed lights. It also features a huge island with breakfast bar seating, stainless steel appliances, inclusive of a custom range hood, built in microwave and dishwasher, as well as 42"cabinets. The kitchen, with its HEATED stone travertine floors is throughout the entire space, opening up to an eating area & family room with a gas fireplace and wall to wall windows with an entry opening onto a lovely 19X23 brick paver patio,with a new in ground gas line for a gas grill, overlooking the most extraordinary pond & golf course view, surrounded by nature at its best. There is also a main floor den or 5th bedroom! A dual staircase leads you to four bedrooms on the 2nd floor, with one being a princess suite with its own private bath & walk in closet, plus there is a hall bath as well. The huge primary bedroom suite has a coffered ceiling with a nice size sitting room & custom walk in closet. The LUX primary bathroom has all the whistles & bells, with gorgeous tile floors & walls, heavy glass shower doors, huge jacuzzi tub, dual flush toilet, & expresso double bowl vanity, all top grade finishes. The basement has been recently finished & exceptionally done with over 1500 sq.ft. of additional living space with, 9 foot ceilings, making it another perfect place for family and friends to enjoy. It also features a huge storage & work area and it even has roughed in plumbing for a future bathroom & bedroom. The 3 car garage has a special organization system too! The Midlane Club features a pool, fitness center, clubhouse & golf course for your enjoyment, along with parks, horse trails, the Des Plaines Canoe launch nearby & a dog park with Gurnee schools to boot! What is there not to love about this entire package? It's luxury and beauty at its finest!

Lake Villa IL Home for Sale

Beautiful new construction 3BR Ranch showcases a stone exterior with a full front porch! This exceptional floor plan offers 9' ceilings on the main floor, a 10' island in the kitchen, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash and so much more! The open concept floor plan allows for an abundance of natural light and windows. The Owner's Suite features a tray ceiling, huge walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom with upgraded tile. Gorgeous wrought iron railings compliment the home and the partial basement prefitted for a bath is not to be forgotten! Lake Vista is an enclave of homes nestled in a single cul-de-sac just minutes from the Lake Villa Metra train station and close to shopping and dining. Immediate Occupancy

Lake Bluff IL Home for Sale

A terrific 2251 Square Foot contemporary home, with the feeling of a ski chalet, and is the perfect alternative to a townhome with no monthly assessments! It has an open floor plan with bright skylights, hardwood floors and features many new updates such as all new interior painting, new carpet in two bedrooms, all new attic insulation, refinished windows, new two zone heating & cooling system, new fencing in the front side yard & new posts & painted 8 ft. fencing in the back yard for amazing privacy. There is even a shed hidden on the side of the house to put lawn equipment & patio furniture. The 2nd floor features a huge primary bedroom with hardwood floors, ceiling fan & a refurbished bathroom with a new tile shower & shower door, & toilet with another light filling skylight. The other two spacious bedrooms have brand new carpet and ceiling fans. The large hall bath even has room for the washer & dryer, as well as two sinks and a refinished bathtub/shower. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, maple cabinets, & stainless steel appliances. The entry area has a new tile floor & the half bath has a brand new tile floor & toilet as well. Fabulous for all of this and makes for a great value in today's market!