Welcome to this enchanting luxury retreat nestled in the heart of Barrington Hills! Set on 5.75 breathtaking acres, with a barn, fenced pasture, paddocks, and access to Barrington Hills riding trails, this one-of-a-kind estate is a dream for nature lovers and equestrian enthusiasts alike. Crafted with intention and rich in history, this custom timber frame constructed home is truly one of a kind. The entire structure showcases reclaimed Douglas Fir beams that were milled in the late 1800s from wood sourced from original growth trees dating from the early days of America. Each timber tells a story, blending heritage with craftsmanship. The frame itself was meticulously built by the homeowner, adding a rare level of authenticity and personal artistry to this remarkable residence. This elegant rustic residence evokes Northwoods charm with soaring vaulted, wood-paneled and beamed ceilings, a striking turret, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan that beautifully blends indoor and outdoor living, perfect for gathering and entertaining. Step through an arched entry into the dramatic two-story Great Room where a floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace anchors the space. Double doors flank the fireplace, opening to a vaulted screened porch with panoramic views of the serene landscape. The seamless flow continues into the dining room, where double glass doors lead to the bluestone terrace, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living. The chef's kitchen is designed to impress, featuring two islands, granite counters, high-end appliances, and generous prep space. An adjacent office nook, powder room, and mudroom add convenience, while the main-floor family/media room offers the perfect setting for cozy movie nights. A true showpiece, the heated conservatory, with its vaulted glass ceiling and walls of windows, is ideal for year-round gardening or simply soaking in postcard-worthy views in every season. A main-floor bedroom with ensuite bath provides a private retreat for guests. Upstairs, a stunning staircase with custom wrought iron railing leads to a balcony overlook and inviting loft sitting area, perfect for curling up with a favorite book. The luxurious primary suite is privately situated and features a vaulted wood-beamed ceiling, private balcony for morning coffee, and a spa-inspired turreted bath complete with whirlpool tub, dual vanities, and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms with volume, beamed ceilings, a hall bath, and a conveniently located laundry room complete the second level. The walk-out lower level expands your living and entertaining space with a spacious recreation room anchored by a cozy fireplace and doors to the covered bluestone patio. Multiple gathering areas include a billiards/game room, playroom, exercise room, and a charming sitting area just outside the wine room. A fifth bedroom and full bath ensure ample space for family and guests. Outdoors, the extraordinary grounds continue to impress with an oversized two-stall barn, fenced pasture and paddock, and an impressive 7,000-square-foot enclosed garden filled with vegetables, herbs, and a variety of fruit trees. A three-car attached garage and new DaVinci composite slate roof (2023) add to the home's exceptional appeal. Lovingly and meticulously maintained, this remarkable property offers peaceful privacy with easy access to charming downtown Barrington, restaurants, shopping, Metra, and award-winning D220 schools. A truly one-of-a-kind luxury retreat, ready to welcome you home!
Active
$2,250,000
236 Steeplechase Rd, Barrington Hills, IL 60010
5beds
8,610sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
5.76 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$261/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplaceInviting loft sitting areaBalcony overlookOversized two-stall barnHall bathThree-car attached garageHigh-end appliances
- 48 days |
- 1,475 |
- 86 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
John Morrison, SFR 847-409-0297,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12577141
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Bedroom 5, Office, Loft, Foyer, Recreation Room, Screened Porch, Game Room, Play Room, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Game room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X17
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 667 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X23
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X6
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Office
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X7
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X30
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X18
Heating
- Forced Air, Steam, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Water Purifier, Water Softener, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
- Laundry: Upper Level, Multiple Locations, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Basement, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,610
- Total interior livable area: 8,610 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill
Lot
- Size: 5.76 Acres
- Dimensions: 331X750X300X752
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Garden, Pasture
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Box Stalls
- Parcel number: 13343010010000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
- Horse amenities: Paddocks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Stone, Concrete
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Details
- Builder model: CUSTOM
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Horse-Riding Trails, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Barrington Hills
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $261/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,211,134
- Annual tax amount: $30,958
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000$261/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12577141 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2026 | Listing removed | $2,250,000$261/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12492021 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000-5.9%$261/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12492021 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Listing removed | $2,390,000$278/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431165 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,390,000$278/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431165 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Listing removed | $2,390,000$278/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419393 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Price change | $2,390,000-4.4%$278/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12419393 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000-5.7%$290/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12364045 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Listing removed | $2,650,000$308/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12294024 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000+273.2%$308/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12294024 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/1995 | Sold | $710,000$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,741 +1.5% | $425,873 +5.5% |
| 2022 | $30,285 +0.9% | $403,671 +3.1% |
| 2021 | $30,011 +1.3% | $391,566 +2% |
| 2020 | $29,616 -2.6% | $383,718 -4.1% |
| 2019 | $30,415 +6.4% | $399,960 +1.8% |
| 2018 | $28,598 | $392,782 +2% |
| 2017 | $28,598 -9% | $384,892 -8.8% |
| 2016 | $31,428 +6.4% | $421,904 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $29,532 -7.7% | $395,708 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $32,007 +3.1% | $385,558 -1.7% |
| 2012 | $31,052 +14% | $392,186 -0.8% |
| 2011 | $27,230 -7.6% | $395,390 -14.6% |
| 2010 | $29,484 -2.6% | $463,076 -6.4% |
| 2009 | $30,258 +6.2% | $494,739 |
| 2008 | $28,493 -0.7% | $494,739 +4.9% |
| 2006 | $28,687 +10.5% | $471,495 |
| 2005 | $25,960 +141% | -- |
| 2004 | $10,773 +38% | -- |
| 2003 | $7,807 -51.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $16,234 -1.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $16,504 +18.4% | $258,686 +4.4% |
| 2000 | $13,942 | $247,760 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$16,478/mo
Principal & interest
$11603
Property taxes
$4875
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60010
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Countryside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Barrington Middle School- Prairie CampusGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 10/10Barrington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Countryside Elementary School
- Middle: Barrington Middle School-Prairie
- High: Barrington High School
- District: 220
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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