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1. $14,250,000: 545 Bristol Drive, Aurora
Located in the Barrington Estates, this nearly 17,000-square-foot home sits on two acres overlooking the private neighborhood’s Jack Nicklaus golf course. Coming up the cobble-stoned drive, you’ll find an “architectural masterpiece,” according to the listing. The grand entrance leads into the formal living room with two fireplaces, and the three-storied master suite – one of seven bedrooms – includes another fireplace, two master bathrooms (the home has 15 bathrooms all together) and three walk-in closets.
2. $10,000,000: 370 Township Road 129 South, Zanesfield
Located about an hour from Columbus, this 6,516-square-foot, four-bedroom, four-bathroom retreat sits on 345 acres of land that is partially wooded and includes a 50-acre lake for swimming, boating and fishing and another six-acre lake. It is described in the listing as a “serene, tranquil setting” and “an outdoor enthusiast’s dream during every season.”
3. $8,000,000: 3827 Deer Run Oval, Richfield
This custom-built rustic lodge-style estate sits on 23 acres and offers five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, five fireplaces and a five-car garage. The lower level has a bar, wine room, second kitchen, game room, exercise room, dog kennel and workshop, and there is an elevator for easy access. The property features a 30-foot waterfall, cave, stall barn, mower garage, riding arena, 3.5-acre stocked lake, a large rustic log clubhouse with adjoining tree house and a built-in swimming pool with spa.
4. $7,499,000: 9005 Camargo Road, Cincinnati
A 27,000-square-foot chateau on five-plus acres surrounded by a 300-acre greenbelt, this property features six bedrooms and 12 bathrooms with old-world plaster walls, limestone and walnut floors and hand-hewn beamed ceilings. Highlights include a gourmet and catering kitchen, conservatory, seven fireplaces, 1,000-bottle wine cellar, theater, game room, exercise studio and library. There are two carriage house apartments and a pool with a pool house, and a 25-car garage.
5. $6,000,000: 8455 Dunsinane Drive, Dublin
This four-bedroom, nine-bathroom retreat is situated on 2.5 acres along the Championship Course in the gated Estates of Muirfield Village. It includes an indoor Olympic-sized pool, billiard room, children's play room, theater, third-floor concert room with a full bar and several outdoor decks and patios. Each bedroom is part of a suite, including an immaculate owner’s suite that overlooks the indoor pool and has an attached deck. There is a conference room in a wing with a separate entrance.
6. $5,995,000: 4175 Brush Creek Road, Manchester
Called “Brush Creek Lodge” this 595-acre resort is located an hour east of Cincinnati in Adams County and “offers an unparalleled private experience with nature,” according to the listing. The setting offers views of the Appalachian Foothills, and the lodge itself is 6,000-square feet of luxury. There are seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms and plenty of space for entertaining and relaxing.
7. $4,995,000: 7265 Markell Road, Waite Hill
This gated estate offers views of Kirtland Country Club and is described as “whimsical and magical in every way” in the listing. It includes a two-lane bowling alley, basketball court, stone terrace with outdoor fireplace and a stocked pond. Most rooms are accented by mahogany and chestnut carved woods, and there are five bedrooms and nine bathrooms in all with seven stone or granite fireplaces throughout and a private apartment located above a 10-car garage.
8. $4,995,000: 19400 N Park Boulevard, Shaker Heights
One of Cleveland's most iconic homes, this in-town estate is a gated enclave situated on a park-like parcel featuring gardens, stone terraces, an in-ground pool and expansive lawns for entertaining. The home itself blends traditional design with every modern amenity and luxury. The second floor is highlighted by private suites, including a master wing with his and her baths and dressing rooms, plus a private library, and the fully-finished lower level is perfect for entertaining, including a family area with pub.
9. $4,995,000: 3450 Roundwood Road, Chagrin Falls
“Roundwood Manor” sits on nearly eight acres in Hunting Valley, just 20 minutes from the city center. This country estate, built in 1928, features separate wings with private entrances perfect for housing guests. The main home, with five-plus bedrooms, has a 60-foot indoor swimming pool with dressing rooms and an outdoor tennis court. A three-story skylighted grand central hall leads to a two-story living room with hand-hewn beams and French doors to the terrace and garden. Though there are many rooms perfect for entertaining, the home also offers intimate spaces to relax, such as the Dickens Library and an airy sunroom.
10. $4,750,000: 2655 Chagrin River Road, Chagrin Falls
This estate overlooks the Chagrin River in the heart of Hunting Valley. The main residence is a white-washed brick Georgian manor home updated throughout and featuring a stone terrace encompassing an infinity pool with hot tub providing panoramic views in all directions of the Chagrin Valley. The interior spaces are designed for luxurious family living or entertaining in a casual sophisticated environment, according to the listing. A glass solarium joining the family and entertaining spaces are among some of the recent updates, and there is even an underground tunnel leading to an indoor sports complex on the property.
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