North Barrington, IL 60010 480 Miller Road
$2,500,000



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Presented By: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Home Details
INCREDIBLY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN YOUR OWN PRIVATE BOTANIC GARDEN! - Welcome to the most spectacular estate in the Midwest. This expansive awe-inspiring 10-acre gated and fenced compound boasts a primary residence, detached two-story 3-car garage with a 4th bay for a private golf cart, a separate gated service entrance driveway, guest house, party room building, professional greenhouse, barn with 3 garage bays, gazebo, hoop house, a children's tree house, train depot, and more! One of the Crown Jewels of this compound is the prototypical full-sized Rico train station containing a one-of-a-kind PRIVATE FULLY-OPERATIONAL O-SCALE MODEL TRAIN MUSEUM, which houses an intricate model replica of Chicago designed and built by the owner! Explore the estate's lush landscape and discover the owner's passion and creative talent for gardening that includes 11 breathtaking themed gardens that took 60 years to cultivate, from the stunning Japanese garden to the magnificent MODEL TRAIN GARDEN RAILWAY that is 2.5X larger than Epcot's outdoor model train layout! This spectacular landscape - which includes EXTREMELY RARE mature TREES (including one specimen tree that is considered functionally extinct!), a PRIVATE LAKE, and a PRIVATE POOL - offers a serene sanctuary of endless natural beauty. The gardens have garnered NUMEROUS AWARDS over the years. This fabulous estate includes waterfalls, decorative ponds, and fountains throughout, and the property is ZONED FOR HORSES! The primary residence, with a lower-level walk-out / separate entrance, together with a guest house, includes a total of 5 fireplaces, and are both situated to take in the captivating gardens and lake VIEWS FROM EVERY WINDOW! The primary residence also has a professional CHEF'S KITCHEN and an original 1950s soda fountain next to the arcade room, which opens onto another patio - perfect for entertaining! Whether strolling through the meticulously designed gardens or marveling at the amazing views of model trains, this estate is nothing short of extraordinary. This property is being offered for the first time in over half a century! You will not find another estate with these unique offerings!
Presented By: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Interior Features for 480 Miller Road
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible7
Total Bedrooms7
Bathrooms
BathroomSeparate Shower, Soaking Tub
Half Baths
Total Baths9
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourcePlans
BasementWalk-Out Access
Fireplace FeaturesWood Burning, Gas Log
Interior AmenitiesWet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry FeaturesUpper Level, In Unit
Total Fireplaces5
Other Rooms
Room TypeBedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Game Room, Sitting Room, Office, Exercise Room, Heated Sun Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet
General for 480 Miller Road
Additional Parcels Y/NYes
AppliancesDouble Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Architectural StyleTraditional, Ranch
Assoc Fee Paid PerNot Applicable
Association Fee IncludesNone
CityNorth Barrington
Construction MaterialsFrame
CoolingCentral Air, Wall Unit(s)
CountyLake
DirectionsMiller Rd and north of Rustic Dr
ElectricCircuit Breakers
Elementary School District220
Full Baths9
Garage Spaces6
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
High School District220
MLS AreaBarrington Area
Middle/Junior School District220
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresBarn(s), Gazebo, Greenhouse, Guest House, Pool House, Shed(s), Garage(s), See Remarks, Storage
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionClosing
Property TypeResidential
Property TypeDetached Single
RoofAsphalt
SewerSeptic-Mechanical, Septic Tank
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Tax Annual Amount30405.12
Tax Year2023
Total Rooms16
TownshipCuba
Virtual TourClick here
Waterfront Y/NYes
Exterior for 480 Miller Road
Exterior AmenitiesBalcony, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Foundation DetailsBlock, Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions10
Lot FeaturesWater Rights, Mature Trees, Garden, Views, Water Garden
Lot Size Acres10
Parking FeaturesAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Secured, Owned, Garage
Total Parking12
Water SourceWell
Additional Details
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