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Highland Park,IL 60035
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $375
Subdivision East Highland Park
MLS Listing ID 12518546
Style English,Prairie,Other
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 6
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1901
Annual Tax Amount $43,650
Tax Year 2024
Lot Dimensions 135X342.37X105.89X342.37
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Thornycote a 1901 English Arts and Crafts masterpiece by Howard Van Doren Shaw, is a home where craftsmanship, harmony, and grace still define daily life. Set on over an acre of lush, landscaped land near Lake Michigan, this residence invites admiration and offers a sense of place within its storied past. A handsome foyer introduces the home's refined proportions and the richness of its historic woodwork and integrity. Every detail reveals Shaw's thoughtful design, from the formal living room centered around a commanding wood-burning fireplace to the spacious family room that opens onto a generous terrace. The gracious dining room flows seamlessly into a bright sunroom-ideal for morning light or evening relaxation. A library, timeless and rich in character, offers quiet retreat, while the renovated kitchen-complete with custom cabinetry, butler's pantry, coffee bar, and mudroom-blends modern convenience with historic charm. An extra-wide staircase leads to the second floor, where the primary suite serves as a private haven with an adjoining sitting / dressing room, a wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious, updated bath overlooking the grounds. Two additional large bedrooms share a full bath and connect to a cozy sitting room, perfect for reading or play. A second-floor laundry adds ease to the home's elegant functionality. The commodious third floor provides remarkable flexibility with four bedrooms, two full baths, and a large bonus room suited for a playroom, home office, media lounge, or studio. Beyond the main residence, a 1,600-square-foot coach house is a rare opportunity with four garage bays, a two-bedroom suite, and a conference room overlooking stunning ravine views framed by two stone bridges-a setting where work, creativity, and nature coexist. Every corner of Thornycote reveals a story: a hidden speakeasy behind a mirrored door, secret gardens, and pathways designed for exploration. Just steps from downtown Highland Park's shops, restaurants, library, and train, this landmark residence blends architectural heritage with modern comfort-an enduring expression of Shaw's artistry brought gracefully into the present.
Location
State IL
County Lake
Area Highland Park
Rooms
Basement Exterior Entry,Other,Storage Space,Walk-Up Access,Full,Walk-Out Access
Interior
Interior Features Sauna,In-Law Floorplan,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,Historic/Period Mlwk,Special Millwork,Granite Counters,Pantry
Heating Radiator(s)
Cooling Small Duct High Velocity,Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood,Carpet
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning
Equipment Sump Pump,Sprinkler-Lawn
Fireplace Y
Appliance Double Oven,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Freezer,Cooktop,Oven,Range Hood,Gas Cooktop
Laundry Upper Level,Gas Dryer Hookup,Sink
Exterior
Garage Spaces 4.0
Community Features Street Paved
Roof Type Shake
Building
Lot Description Landscaped,Wooded
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Building Description Shingle Siding, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Level or Stories 3 Stories,Coach House
Structure Type Shingle Siding
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Indian Trail Elementary School
Middle Schools Edgewood Middle School
High Schools Highland Park High School
School District 112 ,112, 113
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany