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Live On A Christmas Tree Farm: Illinois Wow! Houses

Plus: The house that beer built, a tranquil retreat and a piece of lakefront luxury.

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Are you in the market for a new home or just a real estate buff? Here's a look at some of the properties making a splash in Chicagoland.

The holidays are nearly upon us — so what better time to make this former Christmas tree farm your own wooded wonderland? Wow! House: Former Christmas Tree Farm With Private Lake

This one already sold, but hey — it never hurts to look. The historic Pabst Manor, built back in 1936 for the head of the brewing company, boasts eight bedrooms, an original Pabst bar, a pool, spa, sport court, grand salon, solarium, restored walnut library, gym, elevator and coach house: Pabst Manor In Glencoe Sells For Loss

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Take a trip back in time with this 1891 home, which offers old-time charm with modern amenities, a huge yard and a wraparound porch: North Side Wow! House: $2.4M Victorian Masterpiece

Looking for a little tranquility? Look no further than this dream home with a massive pool, complete with a waterfall, slide and wraparound deck overlooking a beautiful koi pond: Koi Pond With Waterfall And In-Ground Pool With Slide In Darien

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This high-end home has a private beach, sauna and indoor heated pool — plus it comes with a free pontoon boat: Lakefront Luxury, Indoor Pool: Plainfield Wow! House

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