Young, the self-made millionaire who in 1898, engaged noted architect of the Thats why it has legs. Click below to see everything we have to offer. It would have been so easy at this time to look at a wall clothed in 100 year old fabric, bits damaged by a century of moisture and neglect, and opt to remove it in favor of a more manageable material. At the time, contractors reported plans for more work inside the mansion, including replacing all lighting fixtures, repairing water damage in a second-floor kitchen, replacing all bathroom fixtures, repainting second-floor woodwork, and adding a wall to a bathroom for built-in cabinetry. Famous Houses on Lake Geneva - Lake Living Guide Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The original construction plans for the home were much more humble and a $15,0000 budget was set. I lived in the Maxwell Mansion when I was a young child. Real estate broker David Curry, on the other hand, said he welcomes Trahans interest in Lake Geneva, as well as her willingness to invest millions in a highly significant property. After all, this is a 114 year old lakefront home, and it was built smartly by the son of an architect who understood the value in framing a view. But during most of its existence it was a problem property, with a variety of uses, including a girls school, a restaurant and even a Christmas tree museum," Dale said. Chicago, IL 60601 The thing about Stone Manor is it's a unique property, says Bob Webster of Keefe Real Estate. She hated the first floor's interior, a lavish space filled with frescoes, carved wood and chandeliers. Stone Manor Lake Geneva, WI - YouTube Instead, it was beautiful marble," Ricci said. This owner could choose to spend millions of dollars in any vacation home market in the world. "There are many lovely lakefront estates and homes on Lake Geneva, but this is the only condo. The estate was built in 1900-1901 by Otto Young, a man who made his fortune buying real estate along State Street in Chicago following the great fire of 1871.