Redefining Perceptions
about Real Estate Auctions
Call Us Today! 312-852-8523
North Freedom, WI - Prairie Style Mansion
Why Buy This Property
There is something very special about living in Wright’s Iconic Prairie Style, Mid-Century architecture grounded in simplicity and function. If you are seeking a lifestyle of tranquility, amazing views from high in the Baraboo Range, with spectacular entertaining spaces to awe you and your guests year-round, this is it!
Magnificent Prairie Style residence designed by John Howe, Frank Lloyd Wright's 'right-hand man" for 27 years, who incorporated Wright's concept of Organic Architecture throughout.
This 10,000 square foot home, with 1,700 square feet of redwood deck, sits on 27 acres, high on a ridge with breathtaking 40-mile views of the Baraboo Bluff Range. The spectacular octagonal garden room offers an indoor swimming pool, kitchenette, hot tub, fish pond, waterfall, and fantastic fireplace. The multiple mechanical systems are state of the art. The lower living area with two bedrooms and full kitchen, provide separate accommodations for guests. With superior finishes throughout, the property is being offered turnkey. An easy drive from Chicago, Milwaukee or Madison.
Description
The grand scale of this comfortable Frank Lloyd Wright - Prairie Style is sure to impress. The home features 10,000 feet of formal and casual entertaining spaces including the voluminous Garden Room, five bedrooms, nine bathrooms, including its two-bedroom apartment for guests, family or a caretaker. Freedom Ridge Estate is filled with signature Wright touches, including triangles, built-in cabinetry, and shelving. The home was designed in “zones,” meaning spaces were grouped based on their function across its two levels.
JOHN H. HOWE
Freedom Ridge Estate was the vision legendary Frank Lloyd Wright’s “right hand” John H. Howe. For twenty-seven years Howe worked at the side of Frank Lloyd Wright, directing activities of his drafting room and as one of the first members of the Taliesin Fellowship, he was well-schooled in the principals of organic architecture. This is the last and largest home designed by the acclaimed architect John H. Howe.
LOCATION
Just 35 minutes from Madison, but a world away in Sauk County. Freedom Ridge Estate is perched atop a ridge with commanding 40-mile views. This property is minutes from the Sauk County Airport, Lake Wisconsin, The Dells, Baraboo an 8,000-acre nature conservancy forest, and all of the year-round activities this area is known for.
OUTDOOR LIVING
Entertainment continues outdoors on these magical twenty-seven acres with impeccably-designed hardscapes and landscaping exuding elegance and peacefulness while one enjoys gorgeous views. You and your guests will enjoy the hidden pastures and more than ten acres of mature forest creating natural barriers from Freedom Road and the rest of the world.
LIVING SPACES
Beautiful natural light radiates throughout the home which exemplifies quality craftsmanship and boasts almost 10,000 sq. ft. under roof! The inviting and well-appointed master suite is a sanctuary onto itself. There is also a two-bedroom apartment with its own private deck providing numerous options for family, friends or caretakers, a home office, four-car garage and workshop
EXQUISITE DETAILS
• 10,000 square feet and a total of 1,600 square feet of redwood decks
• 27 acres with private pasture, mature forest, and professionally-designed landscaping
• 5 bedrooms, six full baths and 3 powder rooms • Indoor pool, spa, game room and much more
• 4 Car heated garage
Property Location
Auction / Date / Time
December 11, 2019 2:00 p.m. CSTProperty Video
Virtual Reality Tour
Click on the image below to experience a fully immersive 3D virtual reality tour of this property.
Offering Strategy
MINIMUM BID: $525,000 - This property will be sold subject to the Minimum Bid of $525,000!
Inspection Dates
VIEWINGS: October 27, November 3, 9, 16, 23. NOTE: AN ADDITIONAL VIEWING DATE HAS BEEN ADDED ON NOVEMBER 23! Please note: Viewings are by appointment only. Please give us a call at 312-852-8523 extension 101 in advance of the viewing to let us know you will be attending and to send you more information.
Auction Location
Sealed Bid Auction: Bids are to be delivered either by email to info@fineandcompany.comor to the offices of:
Fine & Company LLC
899 Skokie Blvd., Suite 100
Northbrook, IL 60062
Details
Certified Funds To Bid : 20,000
Buyer's Premium (Buyer's Fee) : 8% of the high bid price
Order Bidder's Information Packet
A Bidder's Information Packet is required to bid. The packet includes: auction and property information, title report, survey, home inspection, water, septic and radon tests, real estate tax bill, local information, auction purchase and sale agreement, and terms of sale.
Bidder's Information Packets are available in PDF format for $30.00. To order your Packet or call us at 312-852-8523 ext. 101 or email us at info@fineandcompany.com
Contact Us
Fine & Company LLC
Michael A.Fine, CCIM, CAI, AARE
Illinois, United States
312-852-8523
michael@fineandcompany.com
Other Information
Broker Participation : Buyer's Agent participation is invited!
A 2% referral fee will be paid to th REALTOR®/Broker whose registered buyer closes on this property. Please refer to the Buyer Broker registration requirements in the Terms of Sale. Seller has provided a variable commission rate.
Licensing : Fine & Company WI LLC, Licensed Wisconsin Broker 936681-091
Terms Of Sale : This auction is being conducted subject to the Terms of Sale and Purchase and Sales Agreement contained in the Bidder's Information Packet.
Disclaimer : The Seller, Broker, and Auctioneer and their agents assume no liability for inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in the auction marketing materials, including the Bidder's Information Packet. All square footage, dimensions, real estate taxes, and common area fees, if any, are approximate. All materials are subject to inspection and verification by all parties relying on them. This offering is subject to prior sale and may be withdrawn, modified, or cancelled without notice at any time. This is not a solicitation or offering to residents of any state where this offering is prohibited by law.
We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap status, familial status or national origin or any other classes under state or local law or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.