luxury real estate for sale Chesterton, United States

Welcome to the Brigata subdivision, a community defined by beautifully crafted custom homes. From the moment you step onto the covered front porch and enter inside, you're greeted by high-end finishes and the open-concept design expected in a newer home. Warm wood flooring extends throughout much of the main level, framing one of several inviting spaces perfect for entertaining. The thoughtfully designed kitchen, complete with a spacious walk-in pantry, flows seamlessly into the family room, where a fireplace and views of the covered patio and plunge pool create a comfortable gathering space. The fenced backyard is ideal for pets and outdoor enjoyment. The main level features a split floor plan for added privacy. The primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with dual walk-in closets, a soaking tub, and a separate tiled walk-in shower. On the opposite side, two additional bedrooms each include their own private en-suite baths. A separate half bath accommodates guests, and an additional bedroom--currently used as a home office--adds flexibility. Upstairs, you'll find a bonus room, full bath, and dedicated exercise room. These spaces could easily be reconfigured into an additional en-suite, making it ideal for extended living arrangements. The finished basement offers an additional entertainment space, complete with custom walnut shelving, a beverage center, sauna, and comfortable seating area. It also includes a spacious glass-enclosed office, a full bathroom, and egress access. Every detail reflects the developer's uncompromising commitment to quality and craftsmanship, evident in the precision millwork and carefully selected stone finishes throughout.

This 4BED/3.5BATH luxury home is set high against a dune, surrounded by native landscaping and undeveloped forest, offering exceptional privacy. Wraparound porches and balconies overlook a lush yard and private ravine. With 3,790 square feet of living space, this retreat features bright, open rooms with twelve-foot ceilings, tall windows, and skylights showcasing beautiful, unobstructed views. A dramatic entry with a custom walnut staircase leads to an expansive dining area accommodating twelve, while the great room opens to a screened porch perched above the scenic dune ravine. A dramatic cathedral height stone fireplace anchors the living, dining, and kitchen areas in a stunning great room with large skylights, a wall of windows, built-in bookshelves, a natural wood ceiling, and gorgeous wide plank premium walnut floors. A private 2nd-Floor Guest Suite with its own bath provides an ideal escape, and two nearby beaches with golf cart and car parking complete the coastal lifestyle!

Nestled on a wooded lot of more than 1.3 acres overlooking a professionally widened ravine, this contemporary home in coveted Oakwood Estates offers a rare blend of architectural character, modern luxury, and seclusion. Situated near the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and directly across from the golf course, the property enjoys a serene and private setting with views and limited through traffic. A professor emerita of architecture extensively and thoughtfully renovated the home throughout, showcasing high-quality updates that enhance both form and function. A freshly stained and painted exterior with a 10-year paint guarantee sets the tone. Inside, the reimagined entry opens to sweeping views of the natural landscape beyond. The expansive living room features premium German-imported waterproof flooring, all-new lighting, and a dramatic redesigned fireplace wall with custom built-in seating. The same flooring extends into the formal dining room and den, creating a cohesive and contemporary aesthetic throughout the main living spaces. The home flows seamlessly into the screened porch and updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and an adjacent powder room. A versatile main-level bonus room and renovated three-quarter bath offer flexibility for a home office, guest suite, or main-floor bedroom. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms include a private primary retreat with dual closets, built-in storage, a fully renovated spa-inspired bath, and a balcony overlooking the ravine. A beautifully updated hall bath serves the home's three additional bedrooms. The walkout lower level adds substantial living space with a large recreation room and newly added kitchenette. Outside, a premium travertine patio overlooks the wooded setting. Additional improvements include an updated whole-house sprinkler system, a new Kent HVAC furnace, and a new dehumidifier, creating a move-in-ready home that combines contemporary design, exceptional scale, and a remarkable natural setting.

Set on approximately 187 acres in Valparaiso, St. Brigid Farm is a rare estate where refined living, natural landscape, and infrastructure come together. The setting offers a blend of open ground and wooded surroundings, offering privacy while remaining within reach of Valparaiso's amenities. The exquisite residence offers 9,835 finished square feet above grade with 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms (4 full, 2 half), reflecting superior craftsmanship, material quality, and intentional design. An elevator provides seamless access to all three levels. The main level is anchored by a great room with rich wood accents and a beamed ceiling, introduced by a foyer with a double-sided gas fireplace. The chef's kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, a Wolf range with griddle and double ovens, Wolf steam oven and microwave, two warming drawers, two Sub-Zero refrigerators, two dishwashers, and two farmhouse sinks, along with a beverage and coffee station with wine refrigeration and a spacious walk-in pantry. A vaulted sunroom with a floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace and expansive Andersen windows captures views of the surrounding land and pond, with a screened porch extending the space outdoors. The main-level primary suite includes built-in storage, a custom walk-in closet, and an en suite bath with rain shower, jetted soaking tub, heated floors, towel warmer, and integrated audio. The upper level includes 3 additional bedrooms, including a dedicated bunk room, along with a recreation room and secondary flex room with built-in cabinetry and wet bar. The lower level offers a footprint of 6,100+ square feet with daylight windows and opportunity for future expansion. A private pond designed by a wetland scientist and a timber-frame barn with four box stalls, radiant heated areas, stocked hay mow and utility space further support the property's versatility. A gated entry, whole-house generator, buried utilities, and commercial-grade internet complete this exceptional offering.

Rare opportunity to own 120 feet of prime Lake Michigan frontage. This beautifully updated luxury home offers expansive lake views, exceptional outdoor space, and the unique advantage of an additional 60-ft parcel-providing flexibility for future expansion, new construction, or preserving added privacy. Opportunities like this are increasingly rare along the shoreline.

A rare offering along coveted Lake Shore Drive, this exceptional Lake Michigan estate presents an extraordinary opportunity to own 120 feet of premier shoreline frontage. Beautifully updated and designed to capture sweeping lake views from nearly every vantage point, the residence blends timeless luxury with effortless coastal living. Expansive outdoor spaces create an ideal setting for entertaining, relaxation, and enjoying unforgettable sunsets over Lake Michigan. Further elevating the property is an additional 60-foot parcel--an increasingly rare luxury along the shoreline--offering remarkable flexibility for a private pool, pickleball court, guest house, expanded outdoor living, or future development possibilities subject to approvals. Whether preserved for privacy or transformed into a world-class amenity space, the additional parcel creates a truly estate-like setting seldom found in today's market. Large frontage properties of this caliber are becoming exceptionally scarce, making this a compelling opportunity to secure one of the area's most distinctive lakefront offerings.

Just a short stroll to Walnut Beach, this Grand Beach getaway is tucked into the trees and set up for easygoing lake life. With 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and plenty of space to unwind, it's a rare blend of charm, updates, and flexibility. The main level features two bedrooms, two baths, oak floors, an spacious, updated kitchen, and a limestone fireplace in the living room, which opens to a huge deck with views of Lake Michigan and sunsets. The dining room opens to a second deck in back--perfect for grilling, bond fires, and a dip in the hot tub. Downstairs, the walkout level adds three more bedrooms, two baths, a second living room with fireplace, and a full wet bar/kitchenette. A two-car garage gives you space for bikes, boards, and beach gear. All with a brand new roof, room for a pool, and just in time for the season! Book a private tour today.