Mettawa IL Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Exceptional custom estate by Orren Pickell Building Group, privately positioned at the end of a wooded drive in prestigious Mettawa. Offering 6,000+ square feet of beautifully designed living space plus a finished lower level, this remarkable residence combines timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and a serene natural setting. A winding tree-lined drive leads to the striking stone exterior and gracious entry featuring rich slate flooring, custom doors, and double coat closets. The impressive great room showcases soaring ceilings, exposed timber beams, artisan lighting, a magnificent fireplace, and walls of windows overlooking the wooded grounds. The gourmet kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with custom cabinetry, oversized center island, dual dishwashers, warming drawer, ice maker, indoor grill, walk-in pantry, and extensive prep space. A garden window and second fireplace add warmth and character. The adjoining breakfast area opens to a screened porch overlooking the peaceful property. The main-level primary suite features cathedral ceilings and a luxurious spa bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, separate shower, and bidet. The adjoining dressing area offers built-in seating and cedar closet storage. Also on the main level is an office with custom built-ins and fireplace, plus a private guest/in-law suite with sitting area, full bath, and generous closet space. Upstairs are four additional spacious bedrooms, including one with a private full bath. The remaining bedrooms share another full bath, and balcony access adds architectural charm and views of the grounds. Extensive custom storage and thoughtfully designed closets are found throughout. The finished lower level offers a large recreation/game room with fireplace, workshop, powder room, and abundant storage, providing flexibility for a media room, fitness area, hobby space, or additional entertaining. Additional features include a generator, central vacuum system, oversized extra-deep 4-car garage, outdoor storage shed, and convenient ramp access to the lower level. Roof 2015. Enjoy Mettawa's significant property-tax advantages compared with many neighboring luxury communities, highly rated schools, and convenient access to scenic biking, horseback riding, and walking trails, as well as nearby shopping, dining, and city amenities. A rare opportunity to experience privacy, space, and exceptional craftsmanship in one of Lake County's most desirable communities. Must see!

WHOA! The deal of a lifetime for this amazing farm, boasting a gorgeous 5.73 acres, a custom 3,937 sq ft home, heated barn & stable, & an unbeatable location adjacent to the forest preserve / canoe launch! You just feel it entering the gates to this amazing property! Home features 5 bedrooms, 3.1 baths & spacious 2 car garage. Hardwood flooring throughout almost all of the house. Gorgeous kitchen showcasing an oversized Thermador Range, built in SubZero refrigerator, stone countertops, 42" Transitional white panel cabinetry, 2 drawer Fisher & Paykel dishwasher. Lot's of space in this amazing & open kitchen! Bright main level features a 1st floor bedroom suite w/ full bath & walk-in closet, solarium that can make for the perfect dining or flex space, fabulous family room w fireplace & 1/2 bath. Upstairs, you'll find an enormous Primary retreat featuring a separate sitting room & enormous private full bath w/ huge whirlpool tub, separate shower, Tub & dual sinks. 3 additional spacious bedrooms, full bath & storage complete the 2nd floor. Partially finished basement, w/ 2nd fireplace & even more space to enjoy! Endless possibilities in your amazing fenced yard w/ oversized deck & patio! Dramatic roundabout driveway w/ additional parking for all of your equipment & toys! Priced well under appraisals, & SOLD "AS-IS." Close proximity to all amazing things Vernon Hills, Costco & more! Award winning school districts 73 & 128. Come see this amazing value TODAY!

TAKES OUR BREATH AWAY! For agents representing discerning luxury buyers, Shagbark is the most extraordinary offering to come to the North Shore. Walter Frazier's celebrated 1938 architectural masterpiece, Shagbark, comes to market following a six-year, no-detail-overlooked re-mastery of the entire estate. Shagbark blends grand architecture and bygone craftsmanship with the efficiency and reliability of all new infrastructure and interiors. This isn't another beautiful Lake Forest Grand Dame who's seen better days, this is a breathtaking example of a renovation. Hidden in plain sight on 11 acres (3.5 acres of irrigated grounds buffered by 7.5 acres of tax incentivized native prairie), Shagbark encompasses 11,000 square feet of absolute perfection. The residence offers six bedrooms, eight full baths, and three half baths, including two primary suites, one on the main level. At the heart of the home is a bespoke Clive Christian kitchen featuring a fireplace, Baccarat chandeliers, a custom La Cornue Chateau Grand Palais 180 range, and Miele appliances. Every bed, bath and inch of space has been renovated and beautifully finished. Seven fireplaces (six have been renovated to dual fuel, gas or wood). Additional highlights include a 600-gallon saltwater aquarium, gift-wrap room, whole-property RO water system, resort-style pool, half basketball court, 28 zones of indoor and outdoor audio, and 18 wireless high speed access points. The interiors, designed by Joey Leicht Designs and JTM Creative, are extraordinary. Even more compelling, the estate is offered fully furnished with the curated collection of designer furniture from Ebanista, Holly Hunt, Dorya, Gracie, Baccarat, Ralph Lauren Home, Baker Furniture and other distinguished makers. The estate's major systems have been comprehensively modernized, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical infrastructure. The renovated Ludowici clay tile roof will require little more than routine maintenance for decades to come. A former kennel has been transformed into a Canyon Ranch-inspired fitness center with spa bath/steam. A restored greenhouse connects to a sophisticated cigar lounge. Renowned landscape architect, John Mariani, reimagined the grounds with magnificent hardscapes, garden rooms, cutting gardens, and the addition of more than 200 mature trees, creating remarkable beauty and privacy. The approach itself is unforgettable. A half-mile driveway winds through mature woodlands before revealing the estate's gates. Forest & Bluff magazine (May 2026) described the arrival as "stepping into a fairytale." A stand of magnificent Century-old oak trees greets your arrival, as if to prepare you for the many jaw dropping moments that unfold at Shagbark. Shagbark's history is as compelling as its architecture. Originally built for James Rankin Getz and Betsy Needham Getz, prominent figures in Lake Forest social and philanthropic circles, the estate remained in the Getz family for more than sixty years. Getz was instrumental in the creation of the Village of Mettawa in 1960. Adjacent to Lake Forest, the Village of Mettawa's financial structure is the most coveted municipal set-up in Illinois, and one of its best-kept secrets. By living in The Village, you're in Illinois' sole tax haven (with access to the best public schools in the state). Mettawa operates like a private holding company on behalf of its 230 residences: collecting sales tax revenue from Lake Forest Oasis, Costco and Grainger, it then pays an annual cash dividend to its residents in the form of a real estate tax rebate-- $12,000 rebated to Shagbark in 2025. Illinois' Conservation Stewardship Program is in place on the prairie area, further reducing real estate taxes. Shagbark embodies extraordinary taste, elegance, and stewardship. A magnificent refuge meticulously reimagined for the next generation.

New Proposed Construction from the award-winning custom builder. This plan features a wide open 1st floor which provides for a 1st floor guest suite or Library with full bath, Massive Great Room with fireplace And wall of windows open to the casual dining and gourmet style kitchen. Large walk-in pantry and mud room with bench will serve your family's needs. Build can include the optional Veranda to enjoy the preserve like backyard. Second floor features an oversized primary suite with dual walk in closets and space for both a large shower and tub plus a loft, and there are more large bedrooms with one offering an en-suite and the other two sharing a full bath. Full basement available for your custom finishes. Oversized 3 car garage all in a convenient location. Only minutes from 294 and all the area amenities.Hurry this one wont last long.