697 Bluff RoadLake Bluff, IL 60044

Description

Nestled in East Lake Bluff on a beautiful ravine with seasonal Lake Michigan views, this exceptional home offers the rare luxury of a private beach. A dramatic two-story foyer with a curved staircase sets the tone for timeless elegance. At the front of the home, the library features a fireplace, warm wood-paneled walls, and a coffered ceiling. The living room with fireplace flows into the dining room, where expansive windows capture ravine and lake views. A well-appointed butler's pantry includes a sink, beverage refrigerator, Viking warming drawer, and generous cabinetry. The light-filled kitchen with high-end appliances including two dishwashers is ideal for daily living and entertaining. The adjoining mudroom features an additional refrigerator, sink, and storage. The two-story family room is filled with natural light and centered around a custom limestone fireplace. Two staircases and an elevator lead to the upper level, featuring three ensuite bedrooms and a luxurious Primary Suite with spa-like bath, private office, and scenic lake views. A cozy workspace and a second-floor laundry room add convenience. The back staircase leads to a heated sunroom with a resistance pool that also functions as a spa, plus a second washer and dryer. The basement, also accessible by the elevator, includes a recreation room, wet bar, exercise room, and ample storage. A three-car heated garage with dog bath completes this extraordinary property, offering elegance, comfort and close to all Lake Bluff has to offer.

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Style

Traditional

Year built

2000

Living area

6,822 Sq Ft

Lot size

1.09 acres

Lot dimensions

150x135x105x160x113x93x77x141x37x122x117

Garage spaces

3

Parking spaces

3

Ownership

Fee Simple

Days on market

214

MLS^® Listing#

12584903

Property Features

Interior

Central Vacuum · Entrance Foyer · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Wet Bar · Elevator · Built-in Features · Walk-In Closet(s) · Bookcases · High Ceilings · Coffered Ceiling(s)

Exterior

Dog Run

Appliances

Double Oven · Range · Microwave · Dishwasher · Refrigerator · Freezer · Washer · Dryer · Disposal · Cooktop · Humidifier

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s) · Central Air · Zoned

Heating

Natural Gas · Forced Air

Flooring

Hardwood · Carpet

Fireplace

Family Room · Living Room · Gas Log · Gas Starter

Basement

Sump Pump · Partially Finished · Partial

Pool

Indoor

Parking

Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · Heated Garage · Attached · Garage

Laundry

Upper Level · Sink

Patio

Patio

Fencing

Fenced

Construction

Stucco

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Security

Security System

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water source

Public

Rooms

Schools

Elementary

Lake Bluff Elementary School

Middle

Lake Bluff Middle School

High

Lake Forest High School

District

Lake Forest High School

Financial Details

Annual taxes

$39,445Tax year 2025

Parcel number

12212030140000

Directions

East on Center Ave to Moffett Rd, North on Moffett Rd to Blodgett Ave, East on Blodgett Ave to Bluff Rd, East on Bluff Rd to address.