Northern Illinois/Chicago's North Shore Homes for Sale

Mediterranean Villa - La Casa Bella


1208 Oak Street
Winnetka, IL 60093


  • Features
  • Interior
  • Exterior
  • Community
Recently updated and in move-in condition, this enchanting Mediterranean villa is perfect for the homebuyer who is looking for something unique and with lots of charm and history. Built in 1928 by a local artist, it is a wonder to behold - filled with charming details in every nook and cranny.

New kitchen & baths, new electrical/plumbing, radiant heated floors, freshly finished hardwood flooring on 1st & 2nd levels, many original Spanish detailing which blend well with the updates.

This lovely gem is ideally located in a prime area of Winnetka - near school playfields, Winnetka Park District,public golf course, indoor ice arena, soccer/baseball fields, forest preserve, bike paths and conveniently near I-94 at the Willow Road exits.

Important updates in this gut-rehab include entirely new electrical wiring, plumbing with copper piping, and a completely gutted kitchen. The gourmet chef's kitchen boasts gorgeous granite counters, top stainless appliances, new cabinetry with lighting, tumbled marble backsplashes, a pantry with great storage, and heated floors both in the kitchen and upstairs bath and hallway.

The baths have also been totally redone in neutral beige stone and tile and the first floor bath has a step-into shower and large built-in cabinet running floor to ceiliing. The lush hardwood floors have been refinished throughout the entire first and second levels. A dramatic fireplace in the living room features the original woodcarving done by the artist/builder and has been recently converted to natural gas. All of the mechanicals have been replaced, including sump pump, furnace, laundry and the ceiling has even been raised in the lower level to create a wonderful playroom or extra bedroom.

The third bedroom is on first floor next to the bathroom with the step-into shower - and is now being used as den by homeowner, but doors could be installed to return it to bedroom if needed. It has a very deep closet that includes a cedar closet.

The WONDERFUL back yard is a park-like setting with lush landscaping, a new fence in back of yard, mature trees, rich perennials & new landscaping - a serene environment awaits you.

The second floor 'treetop office' overlooks the yard and the upper rooms offer separate exit staircases. Romantic balcones, Spanish metal windows, tile roof, double layered brick exterior...this enticing gem exudes the feel of an exotic getaway - yet is located in the heart of Winnetka.

Call Debra Kruger today for showing at (847) 302-0550 or for more information. This home is waiting for that special buyer with a flair for the extraordinary, who will walk inside and fall in love at first sight - definitely not your 'cookie-cutter' house, but one to be cherished.





  • Lot Size: 50 x 186
  • Type: Single Family Home
  • Floors: Two or More Stories
  • Parking/Garage: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Baths: 2
  • Year Built: 1928
  • School District: 203
  • Recent Rehab of Vintage Home: Updated Kitchen, Baths, Electrical/Plumbing/Mech.
  • Spanish/Mediterranean Villa: Original Charm Fused w/Modern Granite, Stone
  • Near Parks, Schools/Nursery School: Prime Location for Sports & Nature Lovers
  • New Trier Schools/Top Rated Schools: Top Tier School System
  • Basement
  • Den/Office
  • Dining Room
  • Fireplace
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Laundry Room
  • Main Floor Bathroom
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Pantry
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Balcony
  • Deck/Patio
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaping
  • View
  • Exercise Area
  • Golf
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Tennis

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Debra Kruger, Realtor; CLHMS, GRI, CRS