The Lac La Belle Custom Home is a remarkable blend of modern luxury and timeless design. The five-floor house is connected by custom-milled rustic hickory stairs with carpet runners, and an elevator that services all five floors. Reclaimed beams and woodwork are integrated throughout the home, adding warmth and character.
Key Features
This custom home is a testament to thoughtful design that balances comfort, accessibility, and elegance with a lakeside lifestyle. From the reclaimed wood finishes to the state-of-the-art theater, spacious entertaining areas and elevator, this home is a stunning retreat that will welcome family and guests for generations to come.
Upper Floor: Bedrooms & Living Spaces
The home’s top floor features three ensuite bedrooms, each designed with custom touches.
- One bedroom boasts a window seat, walk-in closet, vaulted ceiling, and access to a private deck with breathtaking lake views.
- The second bedroom has a king-size bed, full bath, and closet.
- The third bedroom has two queen beds, a vaulted ceiling and stunning lake views.
This floor also includes a storage closet, mechanicals room, and a full-size laundry room for added convenience.
Half Floor
The half-floor over the garage is fully ADA-compliant, with a custom bathroom featuring wood-look tile, hand-hewn beams, a custom reclaimed vanity, and a large shower. The suite also includes a spacious rec room, a coffee bar, and a cozy window seat.
Great Room
This stunning space has custom cherry cabinets, reclaimed beams, and wraparound windows offering panoramic views of Lac La Belle. A hidden office with a custom stained-glass window depicting the homeowner’s four daughters adds a personal touch.
Kitchen
The kitchen is a perfect blend of beauty and functionality, featuring top-of-the-line design elements, that include:
- Top-tier appliances, including a Sub-Zero column fridge and freezer, 48-inch Viking range, a Miele built-in coffeemaker, and a Cove panel dishwasher.
- Fusion Quartzite countertops.
- A Kohler cast iron farmhouse sink.
- Custom cabinetry with a pantry for added storage and functionality.
Master Suite
The master suite is a lakeside haven with a private balcony, a sitting room with a fireplace, and a luxurious master bath.
The bath includes:
- A freestanding soaker tub.
- Steam shower.
- Bidet.
- Single-sink vanity.
- Mirror with built-in tv.
With custom cabinetry and a full-size washer and dryer, the walk-in closet adds functionality and beauty to the space.
Lower Level: Entertainment & Recreation
The lower level was designed with entertainment and recreation in mind. Among its features are:
- A custom Old Broadway-themed theater with multi-tiered platforms for full on theater seating, reclaimed wood panels, a 120-inch screen, and color-changing lights to set the mood.
- A full stage, with a red velvet curtain coming, for the grandchildren’s plays.
- Adjoining rec room and bar overflowing with autographed sports memorabilia.
- A bar area with paneled fridge and freezer, sink, dishwasher drawers, and handmade green-and-blue hexagon tiles for a bold, personalized look.
- Full-size exercise room, complete with Wisconsin-themed wallpaper and wood-look tile.
- Lower-level bathroom featuring a spacious shower and charming vintage style.
Exterior & Landscaping
The exterior is as meticulously designed as the interior, from a heated garage to stamped concrete that looks like cobblestone.
- The garage has an industrial-strength epoxy floor, built-in cabinets, and a sink.
- Stamped concrete in the driveway mimics cobblestone and heats up to melt snow and ice.
- Retaining walls, raised garden beds, a hot tub and a fire pit enhance outdoor living.
- Trex Decking offers durability and style.
- Handmade cobblestone tiles and an eight-foot painted door with operable sidelights add curb appeal.
Unique Requirements
The original home was demolished, but the new house had to match the size and shape of the old one. This meant careful planning and coordination to comply with Waukesha County zoning rules.
