1712 Littler Drive, Chesterton, IN 46304 (MLS# 539419)

1712 Littler Drive, Chesterton, IN 46304

$2,790,000

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European architecture at it's finest with natural limestone siding, custom bricks, and Edwardian superior clay chimney tiles.

European architecture is renowned for its charm, featuring multi-peaked rooflines, bay-shaped rooms, and architectural details like arches, wrought-iron balconies, and decorative stone.

The Porte-Cochere linkes the main house with the guest house.

This elegant entrance sets the tone for the entire property and features limestone surround and sills, wrought iron railings, Alhambra Cantaras aged copper front door, and a balcony from the office/guest room upstairs.

The breathtaking 2 story grand foyer is bejeweled with custom wrought iron railings, marble floors, french doors, and beamed ceiling with decorative medallions.

The circular dining room features tray ceiling, Creston mood lighting, elegant chandelier, custom buffet with granite counter, decorative alcoves. and recycled hardwood floors from France.

The formal dining room has well appointed butler's pantry with 'Artist Edition' Kohler sink, granite counters, ice maker and wine/coffee bar.

On the opposite side of the foyer resides this magnificent 2 story library with custom spiral staircase, gas fireplace, beamed ceiling, and leaded glass windows.

The beamed ceiling and the leaded glass windows provide Old World charm and character to the second floor of this library

Step into a world of culinary excellence and timeless beauty within the heart of this extraordinary home. The kitchen is more than just a space; it's an oasis of gourmet possibilities, where form meets function in perfect harmony.

Your culinary dreams come true with two Thermador ovens and two Thermador warming ovens at your disposal. Precision cooking and impeccable results are a guarantee. The Thermador induction range and hood combine innovation and style to create a cooking experience like no other.

The central focal point of this kitchen is the generously sized island, crowned with a sleek farm sink. It's not just a workstation; it's a gathering place where family and friends can share stories while the chef prepares a masterpiece.

Look up and admire the beamed ceiling, a testament to the craftsmanship that defines this kitchen. It adds character and depth, creating an ambiance of rustic elegance that complements the modern appliances.

Truly the heart of the home, this centrally located kitchen flows effortlessly from the formal living room, formal dining room and breakfast room.

Whether you're whipping up a quick snack or preparing a gourmet meal, the snack bar with its prep sink is the perfect spot. It's an inviting space for casual dining or a convenient area for food prep, making multitasking effortless.

The casual breakfast room continues to the attention to detail with the beamed ceiling and crown molding.

The elegant living room features columns, gas fireplace with Rosalia Pink Classic Marble Tiles, a custom ceiling with uplighting and classic chandeliers, French doors leading to the upper terrace and reclaimed hardwood floors from France.

The well-appointed main floor laundry has custom wood cabinets and granite counters to make the task easy.

The refined baths throughout the home are decorated with granite counters, 'Artist Edition' Kohler sinks, chandeliers and sconces.

The primary suite is a luxurious haven with with a gas fireplace, custom ceiling treatment, French doors to the Juliet balconies and private terrace, walk-in closets, and a lavish ensuite with granite counters, steam shower, and jetted tub platform.

The primary suite is a luxurious haven with with a gas fireplace, private terrace, walk-in closets, and a lavish ensuite with granite counters, steam shower, and jetted tub platform.

This grand office/quest suite resides on the second level and has a balcony overlooking the front yard, beamed ceiling and elegant ensuite.

Guest rooms all include chandeliers and richly decorated ensuites.

Entertaining spaces abound in the lower level walk-out with a wet bar, game room, recreation room, play room/guest suite, exercise room and theater room.

The custom U-shaped bar has granite counters, 'Artist Edition' Kohler sink, ice maker, beverage refrigerator, and wine refrigertor. Enter the wine tasting room through iron gates and study the collection of wine in the climate controlled racks.

The recreation room has patio doors to the lower level Terrace, gas fireplace, and tray ceiling with crown molding.

The game room with ceramic tile floors adjoins the wet bar and has patio doors to the lower level terrace.

The entrance to the theater room has beamed ceiling with dramatic chandeliers and is flanked by a popcorn kiosk and refreshment closet with ice maker.

The tiered theater room has projector, screen, sound insulation and acoustical ceiling.

The pièce de résistance of the home is this resort indoor pool house accessed through locking leaded glass French doors from the main floor living room. Multiple patio doors lead to the upper Terrace.

Features include paneled ceiling with skylights and fans, walls of windows, rock wall with waterfall, hot tub, wet bar, locker rooms with showers, sauna, and retractable cover. The Dectron Advanced Dehumidifier & Heater provides state-of-the-art humidity control.

The granite bar has sink with disposal, iceaker, dishwasher, and beverage refrigerator. An adjacent pantry has a full size refrigerator and storage. A designated laundry has stackable washer/dryer and suit water extractor.

Completing this resort like spa is the spacous hot tub.

The Porte-Cochere connects the main home from the guest house.

The adjoining guest house is designed with the same custom Glen-Gery brick and Indiana limestone facade, copper gutters and downspouts, and chimney treatments.

Roof Ridge Fence accent the Porte-Cochere and roof.

The guest house comes complete with a gathering room with gas fireplace, kitchen, breakfast room, powder room and patio doors to a private patio.

The well-appointed kitchen has granite counters, tiled backsplash and full sized appliances.

The second floor guest suite has a walk-in closet and ensuite.

The private terrace with stone balustrades, post light and gas grill create a charming ambience for the guest house.

This elegant estate is truly a piece of art. Elements that contribute to the Old World charm and timeless allure are the Edwuardian superior clay chimney pots, the roof ridge fence, copper rain divertors, flashing and louvered dormers, post lights and stone ballustrades on the tiered terraces.

The CertainTeed Grand Manors Victorian Blue shingles replicates the look of slate.

The upper terrace has stone balustrades, a gas fireplace, sconces and post lights.

Masterfully situated on this property, the front of the home enjoys the morning sunrise and the back of the home relishes in the magnificent sunsets over the pond.

The main home features a 5 car garage and the guest house adds an additional car garage.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 13 Square Footage: 17,922 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 111,078 Status: Closed

Current Price: $2,790,000 List Date: 10/05/2023 Last Modified: 4/12/2024

Overview

Description

Welcome to the epitome of opulence & elegance, where European-inspired architecture meets modern luxury. Nestled within the prestigious gated section of Estates of Sand Creek, this masterpiece redefines luxury living. The journey begins in the grand 2-story foyer, where a custom iron staircase & marble floors set the tone for opulence.Lose yourself in the cozy warmth of the gas fireplace, surrounded by marble & beamed ceilings in the 2 story library.Entertain in style in the circular dining room, graced with hardwood floors & a buffet featuring a marble top.The kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and a breakfast room that offers stunning views of the pond & sunsets. The upper floor provides luxurious retreats with masterful primary bedroom, 3 guestrooms, & stunning office. The indoor pool/spa area is a sanctuary of relaxation, featuring a rock wall with a waterfall, sauna, & wet bar. The lower level provides endless entertainment opportunities.

Listing Details MLS# 539419

General Property Information

New Construction YN: No
Bedrooms Total: 8
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: 4
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 5
Bathrooms Total: 13
Rooms Total: 13
Above Grade Finished Area: 13937
Below Grade Finished Area: 3985
Living Area: 17922
Living Area Source: Builder
Year Built: 2006
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 6
Lot Size Acres: 2.55
Lot Size Square Feet: 111078
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions: irreg
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 1960
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: 1st American Mgmt
Association Phone: 219.464.3536
Basement YN: Yes
Fireplace YN: Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Built-In Electric Range; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Exhaust Fan; Freezer; Ice Maker; Microwave; Oven; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Washer; Washer/Dryer Stacked Architectural Style: Coach Home; Traditional Association Amenities: Gated; Park; Playground; Pool; Tennis Court(s) Association Fee Includes: None Basement: Crawl Space; Sump Pump; Walk-Out Access Community Features: Curbs; Golf; Playground; Pool; Street Lights Construction Materials: Brick; Cedar; Stone Cooling: Central Air Exterior Features: Balcony; Gas Grill; Lighting Fireplace Features: Great Room; Living Room; Lower Level; Primary Bedroom; Recreation Room Flooring: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Hardwood Foundation Details: Slab Frontage Type: See Remarks Heating: Forced Air; Humidity Control; Natural Gas Interior Features: Attic Stairway; Cathedral Ceiling(s); Country Kitchen; In-Law Floorplan; Primary Downstairs; Sauna; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Wet Bar; Whirlpool Tub Laundry Features: Main Level; Multiple Locations Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lot Features: Corner Lot; Landscaped; Level; Open Lot; Paved; Pond On Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Other Equipment: Other Other Structures: Guest House; Pool House Parking Features: Attached; Garage Door Opener; Heated Garage Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Porch; Terrace Pool Features: Indoor; Pool Cover; Waterfall Possession: Close Of Escrow Road Surface Type: Paved Security Features: Security System Sewer: Public Sewer Structure Type: House Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected View: Neighborhood; Pond Water Source: Public Room Types: Bathroom; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Bedroom 6; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Library; Living Room; Other Room; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Original List Price: 2999000
Auction YN: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name: J & G Holdings Living Trust
Occupant Type: Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1712
Street Name: Littler
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Porter
State: IN
Postal Code: 46304
Subdivision Name: Replat Of Estates Of Sand Creek Ph IV

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: Welcome to the epitome of opulence & elegance, where European-inspired architecture meets modern luxury. Nestled within the prestigious gated section of Estates of Sand Creek, this masterpiece redefines luxury living. The journey begins in the grand 2-story foyer, where a custom iron staircase & marble floors set the tone for opulence.Lose yourself in the cozy warmth of the gas fireplace, surrounded by marble & beamed ceilings in the 2 story library.Entertain in style in the circular dining room, graced with hardwood floors & a buffet featuring a marble top.The kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and a breakfast room that offers stunning views of the pond & sunsets. The upper floor provides luxurious retreats with masterful primary bedroom, 3 guestrooms, & stunning office. The indoor pool/spa area is a sanctuary of relaxation, featuring a rock wall with a waterfall, sauna, & wet bar. The lower level provides endless entertainment opportunities.

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2024-04-12T22:17:17Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Status Change Timestamp: 2024-04-12
Offer Acceptance Date: 2024-02-19
Close Date: 2024-04-12
Close Price: 2790000
Concessions: No
Buyer Financing: Conventional

More Information

Exemption Information

Exemption YN: Y
Exemptions: Mrtg, Hmstd; SHSC

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: 6
Great Room: Yes
Living Room: Yes
Lower Level: Yes
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Recreation Room: Yes

Square Footage Information

Upper Level Finished SqFt: 5409
Main Level Finished SqFt: 8528
Lower Level Finished SqFt: 3985
Basement Level Finished SqFt: 0

Showing Requirements

Showing Instructions: Listing agent must be at all showings, Use ShowingAssist.

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks: Unfinished SF: 650, Annual Maint Incl: Snow Removal,Other, Utilities: On (Assessor), Interior Features: Den/Office,Finished Laundry Rm,Formal Dining Room,Main Bedroom Bath,Main Floor Bathroom, Garage Description: Side Drive

Room Types

Bathroom Level: L
Bedroom 2 Level: U
Bedroom 3 Level: U
Bedroom 4 Level: U
Bedroom 5 Level: U
Bedroom 6 Level: L
Bonus Room Level: L
Dining Room Level: Main
Game Room Level: Lower
Gym Level: Lower
Kitchen Level: M
Laundry Level: M
Library Level: M
Living Room Level: M
Media Room Level: Lower
Other Room Level: L
Primary Bedroom Level: U
Bathroom: Yes
Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 3: Yes
Bedroom 4: Yes
Bedroom 5: Yes
Bedroom 6: Yes
Bonus Room: Yes
Dining Room: Yes
Kitchen: Yes
Laundry: Yes
Library: Yes
Living Room: Yes
Other Room: Yes
Primary Bedroom: Yes

Location, Tax, and Legal

Postal Code +4: 8937
School District: Duneland School Corporation
Tax Annual Amount: 38397
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Legal Description: REPLAT OF ESTATES OF SAND CREEK PHASE IV LOT 11-13 2.55A
Parcel Number: 64-07-08-128-011.000-027
Township: Jackson
Directions: IN-49 to 1100N; east to N 150 E/Dickinson; left onto Ryder (through gate); right onto Snead Ave; take 2nd exit at traffic circle to stay on Snead; right onto Littler Dr.

Appliances

Built-In Electric Range: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Disposal: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Exhaust Fan: Yes
Freezer: Yes
Ice Maker: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Oven: Yes
Range Hood: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes
Washer/Dryer Stacked: Yes

Architectural Style

Coach Home: Yes
Traditional: Yes

Association Amenities

Gated: Yes
Park: Yes
Playground: Yes
Pool: Yes
Tennis Court(s): Yes

Association Fee Includes

None: Yes

Basement

Crawl Space: Yes
Sump Pump: Yes
Walk-Out Access: Yes

Community Features

Curbs: Yes
Golf: Yes
Playground: Yes
Pool: Yes
Street Lights: Yes

Construction Materials

Brick: Yes
Cedar: Yes
Stone: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Exterior Features

Balcony: Yes
Gas Grill: Yes
Lighting: Yes

Flooring

Carpet: Yes
Ceramic Tile: Yes
Hardwood: Yes

Foundation Details

Slab: Yes

Frontage Type

See Remarks: Yes

Heating

Forced Air: Yes
Humidity Control: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes

Interior Features

Attic Stairway: Yes
Cathedral Ceiling(s): Yes
Country Kitchen: Yes
In-Law Floorplan: Yes
Primary Downstairs: Yes
Sauna: Yes
Vaulted Ceiling(s): Yes
Wet Bar: Yes
Whirlpool Tub: Yes

Laundry Features

Main Level: Yes
Multiple Locations: Yes

Listing Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Lot Features

Corner Lot: Yes
Landscaped: Yes
Level: Yes
Open Lot: Yes
Paved: Yes
Pond On Lot: Yes
Sprinklers In Front: Yes
Sprinklers In Rear: Yes

Other Equipment

Other: Yes

Other Structures

Guest House: Yes
Pool House: Yes

Parking Features

Attached: Yes
Garage Door Opener: Yes
Heated Garage: Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Covered: Yes
Patio: Yes
Porch: Yes
Terrace: Yes

Pool Features

Indoor: Yes
Pool Cover: Yes
Waterfall: Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow: Yes

Road Surface Type

Paved: Yes

Security Features

Security System: Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes

Structure Type

House: Yes

Utilities

Cable Connected: Yes
Electricity Connected: Yes
Natural Gas Connected: Yes

View

Neighborhood: Yes
Pond: Yes

Water Source

Public: Yes

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Dining Room	Main	21.00	21.00
Game Room	Lower	16.00	24.00
Primary Bedroom	Upper	35.00	46.00	Ensuite, dual closets, fireplace, sitting room, balcony
Bedroom 2	Upper	22.00	21.50
Bedroom 3	Upper	24.00	20.00
Bedroom 4	Upper	30.00	13.60
Bedroom 5	Upper	19.00	18.60
Bedroom 6	Lower	21.50	13.00
Library	Main	19.60	16.00	Two story, circular stairs
Laundry	Main	11.00	15.00
Media Room	Lower	19.00	18.00
Gym	Lower	20.00	20.00
Other	Lower	20.00	9.00	Wet bar

Listing Office: BHHS Indiana Realty

Last Updated: April - 12 - 2024

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