Welcome to the private, gated country Village of St. Andre'. Offering nearly 10,000 finished square feet of living space, this timeless brick estate has space for everyone and sits on a 1.7 Acre lot surrounded by many acres of nature preserve. The main level showcases expert craftmanship, coffered 10' ceilings and a grand foyer. The gourmet kitchen with a granite work island has plenty of custom cabinets and opens to a spacious eating area, butler's pantry w/ice maker, a separate pantry, and formal dining room. The living room boasts upgraded trim, a fireplace and overlooks the lush lawn and woodlands. The fabulous library offers custom woodwork, built-in shelving and a fireplace. The curved grand staircase leads to the 2nd floor where you will find the primary bedroom retreat offering 2 huge walk-in closets w/custom built-ins, private bath and attached study. This level also features an additional 4 bedrooms, each with a bathroom and walk-in closet plus a craft room or office along with the laundry room. Use your imagination in the finished attic/3rd story with extra bedrooms, play rooms or game rooms and a full bath. A media room, recreation room, craft room and work-out room, along with a bath and sauna and plentiful storage space are located in the basement. There is an egress door to the basement for ease in moving items. The huge inground, heated, salt water pool will delight all who visit! The 3-car attached garage is heated as is the detached garage which offers additional parking and a pool room and a 1/2 bath. Additional info: 7 zoned heating/5 A/C units, 5 furnaces, 2 water heaters, 400 AMP service, reverse osmosis, iron filtration system for irrigation. Duneland schools, just minutes from Chesterton, Valparaiso, Dunes National Lakeshore, SS train station and less than an hour from Chicago!! With generous gathering spaces and so much privacy this magnificent, well maintained home promises serenity and refinement.