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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Home Has Wine Cellar with Entertaining Room

The distinguished colonial has a cellar that holds 1,000 bottles of wine.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the distinct colonial is set on a private 4 acre wooded wonderland just above Gates Mills Village. Located at 7875 Old Mill Rd, Gates Mills the property has breathtaking views with gardens, trees and shrubbery. Designed by the Cleveland Architect Maxwell Norcross, the home has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It is 5,732 square feet. The sale price is $1,695,000. A garden room, skylights, fireplaces, stone terraces, a butlers pantry and a custom wine cellar make this a distinguished property. Georgia Murray of Howard Hanna is the listing agent. Contact her at (440) 423-3100.

Thursday, November 29, 2012

View Foxboro Road's Architectural Gem

This spectacular property was designed by renowned Cleveland Architect Phillip Small.

Architect Phillip Small designed this 10-bed, eight-bath country estate, named the Sunshine Farm, located at 7460 Foxboro Road, Gates Mills. Small, who was part of the redesign of Greenbriar and the Country Club in Pepper Pike, built the grandiose home with the artistic vision of Hugh Seave. According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, this architectural masterpiece was built in 1929, and sits on 7.12 acres of land. The sale price is $3,350,000. The property includes two guest houses, gracious formal rooms, an in-ground pool with a pool house, terraced gardens and a reflecting pond. Georgia Murray of Howard Hanna is the listing agent. Contact her at (440) 423-3100.

Saturday, November 24, 2012

The Essence of Country Living in Gates Mills

This private home is nestled in natural surroundings with views of the Chagrin River.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, this is a quintessential Gates Mills country home on 5.38 acres across from the Hunt Club. The six-bedroom, seven-bathroom estate, located at 7670 Deerfield Road, Gates Mills, was formerly the Ernst Family playhouse. Constructed in 1937, the current owner has built additions designed by the architect Charles Fazio. The sale price is $2.5 million. The property includes beamed ceilings, fireplaces, and a wooden paneled library which also has a fireplace. The exquisite layout of the home is ideal for formal dining and entertaining. The master bedroom, designed by Fazio, opens to a patio with a hot tub. The gourmet kitchen includes a hearth room, breakfast room, bay window and modern appliances. The…

Friday, November 23, 2012

Recently Reduced Mayfield Colonial Hosts Open House

The Executive Colonial will be open for viewing this weekend.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the home was built in 1986 and has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Located at 6525 Woodhawk Drive, Mayfield Heights, it is 2,907 square feet, and the lot size is 4,312 square feet. The price has been reduced to $325,000. The bedroom suite located on the first floor has a full bath and could be converted to an in-law suite. The kitchen opens to the spacious family room that contains a fireplace. The master bedroom is located on the second floor and has a glamorous bathroom, and walk-in closets. Fans and large closets are found throughout. The home has sky lighting, a club room and a 3 car garage. The open house is Sunday, November 25 from 2 p.m. To 4 p.m. RE/MAX Traditions is the listing realtor. …

Saturday, November 17, 2012

See Inside Million Dollar Estate

This exclusive property was designed by Chicago architects, Frost & Granger.

Built in 1900, this six-bedroom, 10-bathroom home is truly exceptional. Located at 7150 Old Mill Road, Gates Mills, the sprawling estate sits on 29.10 acres of manicured grounds. The price is $10,000,000. According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the home has country elegance inspired by the beauty of Moxahela, named after ravine and rushing stream that runs through property. Additions to the property in 1921 and 1930 were designed by renowned Cleveland Architects Walker & Weeks. The property includes a music room, library, with a fireplace. A spiral staircase leads to the third floor. Located there is a gallery, playroom, bell tower, greenhouse, two coach houses and magnificent chimney. The master bedroom suite has his and hers …

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Meticulous Colonial for Less than $500K

The colonial is located on a quiet street on a one-acre lot.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, this custom-built colonial is nestled on the the quiet stretch of Miner Road. Located on 342 Miner Road, Highland Heights, it is 3,377 square feet on a 1 acre lot. The 4-bed, 5-bath home has a sale price of $479,900. A well-maintained home, it has a gourmet kitchen with granite and new stainless appliances. The kitchen faces a private covered patio that overlooks the large lot. The master suite is located on the first floor with adjacent bathroom that has a glamorous bath. Also located on the first floor is an office, laundry room and two-level great room with a fireplace. The lower level includes a complete kitchen, bar and two-sided fireplace. Karen Helffrich of Howard Hanna is the listing …

Saturday, November 10, 2012

Glamorous Colonial for Less Than $500,000

The customer-built colonial has European-inspired details, including marble and Roman pillars.

This customized home built in 1998 is located on 382 West Glen Eagle Drive, Highland Heights. It has glamorous details, including Roman style pillars. According to AOL Real Estate, the three-bedroom three-bath home is 4,801 square feet with a lot size of .28 acres. The sale price is $499,999. The colonial home has a first-floor library with a built-in shelves and a desk. Other details include a stylized winding staircase, crown molding, tiled floors, granite countertops and a full marble bath in the bedroom suite. The master suite, located on the first floor, has a private bathroom and walk-in closet. The great room was designed with an open floor plan leading to the dining room and gourmet kitchen. Full length windows face the private …

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Custom-Built Ranch Defines Luxury Living

The distinguished home is located in Mayfield school district.

This new construction home is at 274 Old Salem Trail, Highland Heights in Maypine Farms Estates. According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the custom-designed ranch is described as “more than 6,000 square feet of elegance, exquisite quality, and comfort.” Sitting on .98 acres, the asking price is $1,175,00. The grand home has 4 bedrooms, 5 full baths and 1 half bath, each built with custom woodwork, and modern amenities. The home features a loft, media room, billiard and hearth room with a fireplace. The master suite includes a sitting room and a private bath with a steam shower. The kitchen was specifically designed for beauty, quality and functionality. It opens to the magnificent family room with a two-story stone fireplace and …

Friday, November 2, 2012

Exclusive Country Estate has indoor and outdoor pool

This estate has an indoor swimming pool, a carriage house, and manicured grounds.

Located in the upscale neighborhood of Cobble Court, this grand estate is located on 7480 Main Street in quaint Gates Mills. The sprawling compound of 8,209 square feet sits on 2.5 acres of land. It is priced at $775,000. According to AOL REAL ESTATE, it is a luxurious, flowing, spacious home with 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms built in 1964 with a main house and carriage home. An elegant stone patio is adjacent to the outdoor pool and a sitting room faces the stylish indoor pool. The guest house includes a spiral staircase going to the basement with cedar planks and serpentine iron work. Vaulted ceilings with wooden beams, a great room with a fireplace, and a five car garage are just some of the spectacular features. The master suite, located…

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