Leslie Hindman's elegant, landmark home for sale in Gold Coast

As long as I've known Leslie Hindman, she has had impeccable taste. She's been a master at buying (and selling) real estate, with each home renovated and refurbished with her unique style and attention to detail. All her homes belong in Architectural Digest with every room being picture-perfect.

She is now selling her stunning lakefront mansion located in the heart of the Gold Coast. The 5,162-square-foot home boasts three bedrooms, six bathrooms, an elevator and a roof deck. The exterior is adorned with ornate carvings, and the interior features stunning frescoes and custom millwork that add to the grandeur.

One of just four Gold Coast single-family homes on North Lake Shore Drive, this 1895 home was gutted to the studs in 2012 and redesigned by architect Steve Rugo. Now, it stands as an elegant 5-story residence with a rooftop deck with uninterrupted lake views, a lobby-level apartment (ideal for a resident home manager, staff, and income), and a full basement.

With three large Gothic arched windows and a front balcony overlooking the lake, the main entertaining level is comprised of a grand living room, a spacious dining room with a catering kitchen, and a powder room. The next level is a high-end, efficient kitchen open to a large family room and an ensuite bedroom. The primary bedroom suite is on the next level; it includes a marble bath, custom closets, another east-facing balcony, and a cozy den/office.

The piece de resistance is the rooftop deck with panoramic lake, Navy Pier, and skyline views. The adjacent sunroom includes a partial kitchen, ideal for rooftop dining. Other features include an elevator that goes to the top of the original home (the top two levels are an addition), walnut floors, designer lighting, two laundry centers, zoned heat and a/c, and a fenced patio on Stone Street. Garage parking is available at 1325 N. State (enter on Banks) for $345/month and at 1212 N. Lake Shore Drive for $450/month.

The "palazzo," for sale at $3.8 million, is listed with Jennifer Ames (312-440-7525) and Wade Marshall (773-450-1247) of Engel & Volkers. Catch this one-of-a-kind property while you can and own a piece of Chicago history.  (See listing and more photos here.)

Just like Leslie, the property is designated with landmark status. (Leslie was chosen as a Living Landmark in 2013 by Landmarks Illinois.)