Designed by renowned Chicago architect, Robert Parker Coffin, this estate blends culture and comfort. Retaining much of its unique features including beautiful, rich millwork and flooring custom crafted with a variety of wood species including hickory, oak, maple and cherry just to name a few. The influence of the French Quarter is a theme that resonates throughout including door hardware, light fixtures and the wine cellar that feels like you are entering a speakeasy. The beamed ceilings that span the massive Great Room on the second floor offers entertaining space for everyone, with what could be a billiards area, gaming and pinball or just sit by a beautiful stone wall fireplace, one of 3 throughout the home. Enter the rotunda foyer to a beautiful curved staircase for a grand entrance of a bride or any special occasion. 2 main floor suites and a den allow for total first floor living, Formal living room with panoramic view of beautiful exterior has a glamorous Hollywood feel and formal wood encased fireplace. The Family Room with rich wood beams, brick fireplace and hidden bar is class at its best. Kitchen was remodeled within the last 10 years with all high end appliances including Thermador cooktop and double oven and SubZero refrigerator freezer. granite counters and french provincial influenced ivory cabinets with glazed finish, reflects the homes Louisiana feel. Find your way upstairs from one of 2 staircases offering another 2 bedrooms and included 2 full baths one right out of a Hollywood script with a perfect mosaic tile step-up, curtained soaking tub.The other full bath holds a 'secret' special feature that only those lucky enough to view in person will experience. Closet after closet offers plenty of storage space within the living levels of this home but the basement could add even more living or storage space whatever your need.The huge mudroom/laundry offers access to the gorgeous paver patio area that almost spans the full length of the house including a built in gas grill. The zoned HVAC, cedar shake roof and every system of this home have been regularly maintained. Generac generator, central vacuum and an intercom system that still works, complete this home, Walking distance to the Inverness Golf Club, close to Metra and downtown Palatine that offers restaurants galore This exquisite home offers so much more that can only be appreciated in person.