Boasting a stunning renovation, this Glencoe home is a real classic with an upscale redo.

“The most beautiful aspect of this home is the new buyer can walk to Lake Michigan and enjoy all the sunshine and peace it has to offer,” says listing agent Martha May of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago who is listing the property for $1.9995 million.

This five-bedroom, five-full- and 1-half-bath home features 4,500-square-foot, a polished quartz and quartzite kitchen, and a first-floor office.

The home also includes two newly refaced fireplaces. The family room, off the kitchen, features a Verona polished mosaic fireplace surround and flush hearth flush to the floor. And, the living room features an Athens white-marble fireplace surround and hearth flush to the floor.

The second floor features two family bedrooms and a hall bath, an en suite bedroom, guest suite and primary bedroom.

Rounding out the home, the 1,900-square-foot finished basement includes recreation areas, an exercise room, pool table, and a full bath.

For more information contact: Martha May, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, 847.533.0559, mmay@bhhschicago.com

With views of the Blue Hills and the downtown Boston skyline, this home is privately set on Fox Hill Street in Westwood, Massachusetts.

“It is a classic home because it is one of the original mansions of Westwood on Fox Hill,” says Mary Crane of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth who is listing the home for $1.95 million.

This turn-of-the-century 7-bedroom, 10-bath French Manor includes a stone courtyard, a 4-bay carriage house with two apartments above, a detached indoor lap pool and a charming frog pond.

The home is only 25 minutes to Boston, and is “perfect for someone looking for convenient access to the city, but, yet, has a private setting,” says Crane.

For more information contact: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate,  508.810.0676

Nestled in the highly sought-after Preston Hollow community of north Dallas, the Tudor-style estate of Glen Gables delivers unequaled one-of-a-kind elements, while providing an awe-inspiring sense of comfort and warmth in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. Supreme Auctions will offer this distinctive elegant home at auction on August 28, in cooperation with Danna Morguloff-Hayden of Ebby Halliday, Realtors.

“Glen Gables provides the ideal locale to live, work and play,” stated Jennie Heal, President of Supreme Auctions. “Located on an exclusive street that practically dead-ends, privacy is definitely in abundance. With the property being situated in a community that has a rich history of being home to celebrities, politicians (including George W. Bush), business executives and sports figures, it is no surprise that the Preston Hollow neighborhood is home to Dallas Mavericks owner, Mark Cuban, and is extremely desired among luxury home buyers.”

 Dreams do come true at Glen Gables, as no detail has been left to chance. The English-style estate encompasses six spacious bedrooms, seven bathrooms, three-car garage, four fireplaces, elevator, whole-house generator, gourmet kitchen, finished recreational basement, wine room, picturesque covered patio, heated saltwater pool/spa, media room, breathtaking great room, formal dining room, private study, and a library. 

“Partnering with Supreme Auctions, with their 100% sales record this year, is an exciting opportunity,” stated Agent, Danna Morguloff-Hayden. “Our knowledge of the Preston Hollow area in Dallas coupled with the firm’s accelerated marketing process will showcase this incredible luxury home to all potential buyers that seek and value custom, quality finishes.”

The new owners of Glen Gables will truly escape from the ordinary with this meticulous property. The spectacular unique touches that make up this home will fill you with a deep feeling of perfect bliss. Each nuance, including the hammer beam ceilings, stained glass windows, and decorative lighting, was painstakingly selected or created to ensure opulence, beauty, and a tranquil state of mind.

“This leafy, quiet neighborhood is delightfully peaceful in the middle of a huge, bustling city,” stated the current owner. “The private schools close by and really nice neighbors made it attractive to us. This home was designed by us from the ground up. We wanted a space to contain our collection of art and objects from our travels around the world; while at the same time being comfortable, welcoming, and inviting without being pretentious or stuffy. Glen Gables provides enough room to house kids and grandkids, host parties, cooking classes, family gatherings and generally be the hub of our enormous family.”

This magical Tudor-style home in Preston Hollow will be sold at auction on August 28. To learn more, contact us at (866) 929-2243 or visit the Property Details page.

In the exclusive, gated Park West subdivision of Munster, Indiana.

Built by First Metropolitan Builders, this 9,800 square foot home features pond views. “This home has a classical vibe, yet is functionally comfortable,” says listing agent Matt Maloney of Keller Williams NW Indiana.

Inside, the five-bedroom, five-and-one-half-bath there are three masonry fireplaces throughout. The foyer leads to a living room with a 15-foot coffered ceiling. And, the fully finished basement includes a kitchen, wine cellar, craft room and workout room.

Upstairs there is theater room with a balcony overlooking the pond and a paneled office. Rounding out the property, the Meticulously maintained grounds feature a covered back patio and built-in Wolfe gas grill.

“This is a home that will make your dreams a reality today,” says Maloney, who is listing it for $1.89 million.

For more information, contact: Matt Maloney, 219) 301-0477, mattmaloney@kw.com

Atop The Carlton House in Back Bay, Boston Massachusetts’s premier full-service building. It is directly above the Public Garden and connected to the Newbury Hotel.

“It is one of the most prevalent high-end locations in Boston,” says listing agent Robert Kinlin of Berkshire Hathaway Robert Paul Properties. “the location is one-of-a-kind.”

This two-plus bedroom, two-and-one-half bathroom home offers over 3,500 square feet of living space.

There are breathtaking Back Bay views from every room. The opulent outdoor space features multiple seating areas and protected views of the Public Garden and the river .

The amount of outdoor space is very unusual to have in the city,” says Kinlin who is listing the property for $18 million.

Other features include a gracious foyer, sun-filled entertaining rooms, a family room and an office. The master suite is on its own level with a five-piece marble bath, expansive walk-in closets and dazzling views.

It is very open, airy and comfortable with soothing light colors,” says Kinlin. “

Exclusive services are available to residents are — including a 24-hour concierge, elegantly appointed common areas and Newbury Hotel services. The home is complete with two deeded valet garage parking spaces. “ It is terrific for a professional couple in the city or for any empty nesters,” says Kinlin.

For more information contact: Robert Kinlin, 508-648-2739

Legendary Listings & Agents
A look at some of the most expensive homes ever sold, and the agents behind them.

You’re invited to an exclusive Unique Homes online event on Tuesday, June 29 at 1pm Eastern.

To mark Unique Homes’ 50th anniversary, we’re looking back through our annual Ultimate Homes editions, celebrating the most expensive real estate in the U.S. — from the $100 million Playboy Mansion to the $150 million Spelling Manor and the $125 million Versace estate. Learn what it’s like to broker deals such as these, and what makes a property worth so much. 

To Join: Please register here. You will receive a confirmation email with the details to participate.

Join Moderator and Unique Homes Associate Publisher Mark Moffa and: 

• Shari Chase, President & CEO, Chase International, Lake Tahoe
• Gary Gold, Hilton & Hyland, Beverly Hills, California
• Jill Hertzberg, The Jills Zeder Group, Coldwell Banker Realty, Miami, Florida
• Jade Mills, International Ambassador for Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, Beverly Hills, CA
• Joyce Rey, Executive Director, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, Beverly Hills, CA

Welcome to Ambriance of Burr Ridge, Illinois

On an oversized, corner wooded lot — with a meandering creek — this home backs onto to a stunning aerated pond.

The home greets all with a 2-story foyer with a marble floor and classic column accents.

Inside features include:

• Great room with walls of windows and a two-story, limestone fireplace.
• Formal dining room with a bow window that showcases a picture-perfect view.
• Chef’s kitchen with stone countertops, walk-in pantry, beverage bar, gas cooktop, grill, and more.
• Study with a custom desk and architectural built-ins — and two separate entrances with access from the foyer and the back of the house.
• First-floor master retreat that includes a double-sided fireplace and access to a spa bath.

Additionally, a finished English basement rounds out the home. It includes a full bath and two storage rooms.

This custom-built home — listed for $1.275 million by Bob Housh of Coldwell Banker Realty — is located in a gated community near the Burr Ridge Shopping Center.

For more information contact: Bob Housh, Robert.Housh@cbexchange.com