A huge house, known as “one of the most significant listings in the history of the state of Indiana,” has officially hit the market, for a limited time, with a whopping price tag of $48 million, one of the biggest ever. expensive in the midwest
Known as the Big Tree Farm Estate in Santa Claus, Indianathe 550-acre property, which includes a log cabin, guest houses, a garden amphitheater, a full dining room, a car museum and more, is described as “once in a lifetime” and “one of most unique properties you will ever be able to visit.”
The property is located between Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial Park and the Holiday World & Splashin’ Safar theme park, in a “charming Christmas town” that welcomes more than one million visitors a year, according to a press release from listed. The property itself was a 30-year project “designed for family and ready to enjoy”.
So what does it include?
According to the property’s website, the property consists of four main areas: the grounds, the main residence, guest accommodation and outbuildings.
Outside, the property includes 3.5 miles of paved trails, which wind through botanical gardens and waterfalls and include bronze sculptures by “world-renowned artists.”
There is a “pool pavilion”, which includes a resort-style pool, an outdoor bar, a catering kitchen, air-conditioned bathrooms and cabanas.
In addition, the property also features eight different lakes, a garden amphitheater, a shooting range, a tennis court and more.
When it comes to the property’s three-story log cabin, the owners said they modeled the building after lodges in Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Parks.
The six-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom home features floor-to-ceiling windows, a three-story fireplace, wood ceilings, outdoor patios, porches and decks, and even a miniature log cabin playhouse. for children
For guests, there’s a six-bedroom, six-and-a-half bathroom building known as “The Stables,” with each suite named after Kentucky Derby winners.
Then there are the outbuildings, which include an entertainment facility equipped to accommodate up to 600 guests and a stage that has seen performances by Kris Kristofferson, Alabama, Charley Pride and other performers.
There’s also a full 1950s restaurant and a classic car museum that at one time held 250 cars.
But even with all the bells and whistles, owner Ed Ewing said in a recent interview that what he loves most about the property is “the peace.”
“I’ve seen this property created in my lifetime,” said listing agent Kara Hinshaw. “It’s special to me, like our magical city, and the millions of visitors it brings to the area each year. Mr. Ewing has created a masterpiece that feels like a spa or resort. This is one of the properties most beautiful and unique. you’ll ever visit. It’s incredible, world-class and unique.”
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