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Highland Park Mansion on the Edge of Lake Michigan

From: Baird & Warner and Luxury Portfolio

Lake Michigan views are visible from almost everywhere in this 13,000-square-foot, four-bedroom, 10-bathroom mansion. The property, a bit less than one acre, is beautifully landscaped with multiple outdoor living spaces including patios, balconies and a heated swimming pool with inset hot tub. As is befitting such a luxurious house, it includes two home offices, a personal gym, wine cellar, sauna, steam room, library and game room with adjacent bar.

Gray Mansion Exterior

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Gray Mansion Front Exterior

Some homes have all the luck. This one, not far from the city of Chicago, is located on the edge of beautiful Lake Michigan. In addition to wonderful views, it keeps its owners comfortable with four bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a pool, gym and wine cellar. And yes, there is more.

Gray Foyer With Sofa

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Gray Traditional Foyer With Sofa

The foyer is so big, it's also a sitting room. There is a grand spiral staircase and chandelier. And the walls' faint stripes bring a subtle pop of pattern.

Gray Living Room With Tray Ceiling

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Gray Transitional Living Room With Tray Ceiling

The home's formal living room is a luxurious space to entertain, with its tray ceiling and a fireplace. Nearby, a spiral staircase swoops up to the second floor.

Gray Living Room With Piano

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Gray Traditional Living Room With Piano

The open plan layout of the living and dining rooms means you can enjoy lake views no matter where you are, including hanging out by the baby grand.

Neutral Waterfront Sitting Area

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Neutral Sitting Area With Bay Windows

This sitting area, one of the home's many (it is 13, 000 square feet after all), has wraparound bay windows bringing lake views right into the room.

Living Room With Brown Sectional

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Neutral Transitional Living Room With Brown Sofa

The gracious living room gathers one conversational area around a fireplace and another one down by the beautiful bay windows looking out onto Lake Michigan. Its pretty moldings and tray ceiling enhance its refined feel.

Traditional Kitchen With Lantern Pendants

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Traditional Eat In Kitchen With Lantern Pendants

The kitchen is one of the rooms that takes full advantage of the home's lake views. There's a dining area down at one end with big bay windows looking out over the water.

Traditional Kitchen With Pink Orchid

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Traditional Chef Kitchen With Pink Orchid

The traditional kitchen doesn't stint on design or detail. The coffered ceiling and cabinetry are decorated with beautiful millwork. And to keep the chef happy, there's a large central island and high-end appliances, including double ovens.

Neutral Dining Room With Lake View

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Neutral Transitional Dining Room With Lake View

Windows completely line the dining room on two sides, transporting occupants lakeside. The room is big enough to easily host 12 or more!

Media Room With Gray Armchairs

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Media Room With Gray Armchairs

The home's media room is designed like a movie theater with cushy armchairs, a big-screen tv and plenty of places on which to serve up snacks.

Neutral Home Office With Arched Window

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Neutral Transitional Home Office With Arched Window

The house's 13, 000 square feet include two home offices, this one with enough desk space for two people.

Gray Library With Coffered Ceiling

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Gray Traditional Library With Coffered Ceiling

The stately elegance of the library invites slippers and a snifter of brandy. Gray paneling reaches from floor to ceiling, broken up only by beautiful arched windows.

Gray Bedroom With Lake Views

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Gray Master Bedroom With Lake Views

It's not a master bedroom suite, it's a master wing that includes this gorgeous bedroom with fireplace, a luxe spa bathroom, sitting room and huge closets.

White Spa Bathroom With Plant

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White Spa Bathroom With Houseplant

The master bathroom faces the lake and shows off those views via big bay windows and glass doors. Soak in the freestanding tub and take them all in. The room also has two sinks, a deluxe shower and so much storage.

Balcony and Lake View

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Balcony and Lake View

Let Lake Michigan be the soothing setting for an end-of-day conversation, or heck! A start-of-day one! The home has so many ways to soak in the views, from balconies to floor-to-ceiling windows to the beautiful backyard.

Family Room and Movie Screen

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Family Room With Movie Screen

The lower level is posh hang out central: There's a comfortable living area with an enormous fireplace and a movie screen. Before showtime, mix up a cocktail at the adjacent bar.

Game Room and Lake View

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Game Room With Lake View

Rack up the balls with Lake Michigan in the background. This game room has water views and a bar to keep happy hour happy.

Home Gym and Garden View

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Home Gym With Garden View

A workout with a view makes the miles fly by. When you're done, hit the sauna, steam room or outdoor pool!

Spa Bathroom With Sauna

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Neutral Spa Bathroom With Sauna

The house has 10 bathrooms in all, and this one has the makings of a top-notch spa. There's a steam room, sauna and an impressive curved walk-in shower.

Backyard and Gray Mansion

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Backyard and Gray Mansion Exterior

The home's just-under-one acre is beautifully landscaped and has a mix of outdoor options: patios, balconies, lawns, woodsy areas, a grilling station. And for furry friends, there is also a dog run!

Pool and Stone Patio

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Pool and Bluestone Patio

Soak up all the summer warmth outdoors poolside—or just jump right in! The in-ground pool is heated and has an inset hot tub.

Waterfront Backyard and Path

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Waterfront Backyard and Brick Path

The backyard slopes gently down to the lake. Enjoy the peaceful setting from the patio, or take a stroll through the gardens.

Stone Patio and Table

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Bluestone Patio and Lake View

The in-ground pool is surrounded by bluestone patio, an ideal spot to appreciate Lake Michigan's beautiful blue over lunch (or dinner or breakfast...).

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