Luxury equestrian estate on 82.7 acre with 3 stall stable, outdoor riding arena
Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois
Welcome to the most prestigious estate in McLean County. 7429 North 1900 East Rd
is a masterpiece of unparalleled craftsmanship, style, and sophistication that will
leave you breathless. This stunning estate sits on 82.7 acres of land, water rights to
a semi-private 27-acre spring fed lake with your own private beach offering 750ft of
shoreline and boasts an impressive 9,000 square feet of living space above grade in
the award-winning Tri-Valley School District. Architecturally coordinating brick
Carriage House and Stable. As you step inside your spacious foyer, you are greeted
with large windows that flow with natural light and offer gorgeous views of the
incredible estate. Oak wood floors throughout with cherry trim, and cherry solid
core wood doors. The gourmet kitchen hosts custom Omega cabinets, live edge
butcher block countertops, 2 subzero refrigerators, double ovens, warming drawer
and massive walk in pantry. The 22 x 20ft dining room continues with expansive
views of the estate. The covered patio is perfect for enjoying a glass of wine with a
waterfront view; complete with built in LP gas grill, large brick wood burning
fireplace, and phantom retractable screens when you want to stay bug free! The
main floor library features handcrafted cherry cabinets by Prairie Woodworks and
gorgeous views. The main floor Theater room with built in speakers, and its own
audio room to hold all your components. The perfect place to watch a movie! The
25ft x 20ft great room offers panoramic views of the estate with 2 full walls of
windows. A 48 x 30 Heat-n-glow Olympus LP gas fireplace, and an exterior sitting
patio with glass railing for unblocked views of the gorgeous landscape. The main
floor primary room is spacious and continues with stunning views. En-suite with
walk in shower, beautiful bathroom, walk in closet, and private patio doors to the
exterior patio. The 2 nd floor is an incredible 48ft x 25ft game room, with 2 additional
closets to store all the extras, a half bath, and spacious flex room – with its own
secret room! There is also a large sitting patio with remodeled waterproof and
paver flooring, glass railings, and copper accents to enjoy an elevated view of the
property. The walkout basement showcases engineered wood floors with a lower-
level family room with fireplace and wrap around stone patio. A spacious bedroom
suite with walk in tile shower, and 2 additional bedrooms. The spa room is the
epitome of luxury with a large jacuzzi tub, and sauna to melt your stress away –
with a built-in fish tank to enjoy while you relax. The basement offers a cedar lined
storage room; and additional unfinished storage space – so much you could get lost!
Let’s not forget the secret passageway! If stairs are not your thing, don’t worry, the
3-level elevator can get you where you need to be! There is a fabulous mudroom off
the attached 2 car garage, and radiant heated driveway approach of 20ft. Exterior
Hot tub with trex decking surrounding to sit, relax and watch the wildlife, what
better way to end the workday. The “Carriage House” is a 2800sq ft 5 bay detached
garage. 3 Bays on the south side offer plenty of storage for all your additional
vehicles. The east side entrance 2 bay garage door is the perfect spot for all the
toys; boats, 4 wheelers – you name it, with an additional 550ft of walk-up attic
storage. The Stable is 1200sqft. 3 stalls with rubber composite base featuring
Nelson automatic waterers, and freezer doors to eliminate flies and protect from the
elements. 2 warming lamps with infrared radiant heat – thermostat controlled
perfect for colder temps. Each stall has its own pea gravel paddock, which then
breaks into 2 paddocks and into the 2 pastures totaling 5 acres. The stable has hot
and cold running water, and fans in each stall. The 1200sq ft ventilated Hayloft can
hold 180 bales of hay, equipped with an electric crane for moving haybales
downstairs making this chore a breeze. The 672sq ft “Viewing Room” has its own
geothermal furnace, panoramic views, built ins, full bathroom, and murphy bed.
The temperature-controlled Tack Room has built in saddle rests, washer/dryer, and
large wash sink – perfect for cleaning your gear. The 672sq ft basement in the
Stable offers a large storage space, an additional garage bay to store a small
tractor! The elevated 60 x 160 outdoor riding arena is a horse lovers dream.
Perfect for training, riding lessons, and great for exercise. It is constructed with a
limestone base, followed by sand infused with rubber – your horse could not ask for
a better surface, and to top it off – NO MUD! There is also a concrete muck pit.
Kickapoo creek runs through the property (roughly 2700 linear feet). An additional
back entry gives you a secondary access route to your private beach with an access
easement from 700N Rd. 2 - 10-acre Hayfields – you can grow your own hay for
your horses! A 50x100 Morton building with underground power and gravel drive–
the possibilities are endless. Outside of the home is a ½ acre pond with fountain
and lights, and walk-in pebble beach. A 23 zone Hunter Hydrawise Irrigation
system with dedicated well. 9-hole Frisbee Disc Golf Course, and riding trails
throughout the remaining property, multiple art gardens, and an additional 5acre
wildlife pond. 1/3 acre fenced dog yard with automatic Nelson waterer and access
to the mud room of the home – complete with dog wash station. This is truly
paradise – and the best of what Mclean County has to offer!
Melissa Sorensen
, RE/MAX RISING