One of the most iconic American movie homes is up for grabs, and we couldn’t wait to take a look inside! For millions of fans, a highlight of each holiday season is watching Home Alone, and for me, the timeless 1920s Georgian was always the star of the show. I was a teen when the movie was originally released, and it played a tremendous role in fueling my passion for interior design. However today, the home features a complete renovation and is as crisp and cool as Christmas snow. Long gone are the cozy, warm, holiday-inspired interiors I fell in love with in my youth. The home was last sold 12 years ago, and the current owners have approximately doubled the size adding a covered patio, indoor basketball court, and finished attic. You can see more from the previous listing here. Interestingly, through a partnership with Disney two years ago, the interiors were meticulously recreated – tarantula included – to raffle off a special Airbnb stay following the release of Home Sweet Home Alone (read more and see the formerly recreated interiors here and here).
Let’s take a look at the current MLS images via the Dawn McKenna Group and compare them with a few of the original movie images courtesy of Hooked on Houses. (Hooked on Houses also documents the original floor plan here.)
The asking price is $5.25M.
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MLS Description, Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
A legendary holiday dream home, reimagined for modern-day luxury: The stately brick Georgian residence of “Home Alone” fame brings forward a rare opportunity to own one of the most iconic movie residences in American pop culture. Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the heart of east Winnetka and elegantly poised behind a wrought-iron gate, the property epitomizes classic Chicago suburban architecture. The residence itself is a masterpiece of traditional style with an effortlessly flowing floorplan brimming with warmth, character, and exquisitely crafted detail. Fully renovated and expanded in 2018, the current owners took the utmost care in maintaining the architectural detail and integrity of the home’s most memorable and recognizable spaces. The gracious foyer and unforgettable entry staircase, as well as the formal living and dining room spaces, all remain largely unchanged in form and structure. Stepping beyond these preserved spaces, an expansive addition perfectly suited for modern living presents a new sun-drenched family room with sweeping 10′ 4″ coffered ceilings and walls of French doors that open to the inviting backyard. A magazine-worthy gourmet kitchen with double islands, bespoke white cabinetry and hidden pantry, an 8-burner Wolf range, integrated Sub-Zero fridge and an impressive built-in banquette is perfect for hosting unforgettable gatherings. A second cozy family room tucked away off the kitchen provides yet another haven for casual moments. A screened-in porch with a wood-burning fireplace and expansive patio area overlooking the lush, oversized backyard beckons for alfresco evenings. A generous full bath with access to the backyard could easily be transformed into a pool bath in the future; the lot size of just over half an acre offers endless opportunity. Two laundry rooms – upstairs and downstairs – and a mudroom complete with cubbies and plentiful storage, provide practicality, while the three-car attached heated garage and private parking bay offer ample space for vehicles. Upstairs, discover a luxurious primary suite with gas fireplace, a walk-in closet, and a marble spa bath featuring a gorgeous freestanding soaking tub, separate shower, and dual vanities. Three additional family bedrooms, one with an ensuite, ensure comfortable accommodation for everyone. The magic unfolds beyond the expected on the third floor. Converted from the old attic, a junior primary suite doubles as a magnificent treetop escape featuring a full ensuite bath with soaking tub, exquisite built-ins and stunning backyard views. Descend to the lower level for the ultimate “wow factor.” Here, you’ll find a fully equipped gym, a recreation space, a full bath, wet bar and a state-of-the-art movie theater. The biggest surprise arrives with an incredible, state-of-the-art indoor sports court, featuring a true 3-point line, for endless play and fun. From the promise of movie nights and game days to holiday gatherings surrounded by loved ones, this magical family home truly transcends its architectural pedigree. It’s a chance to own a piece of cinematic history and create lasting memories within its iconic walls.
To learn more about this incredibly special home, please visit the Dawn McKenna Group.
So very sad what they did to this house!-Now it looks like all the other farmhouse interiors-….So disappointed Linda.
Wow, it’s in pristine condition! I like that they didn’t change any of the beautiful architecture or knock down walls.
However, it looks like it was shot in black and white. No color anywhere except for navy blue in spots. I’d LOVE to redecorate it with some beautiful colors and patterns!
The outside is the best part. The interior is an assault on the eyes.
Couldn’t agree more.
Every one has their own taste of decor…. that’s ok….but the interior Reno looks so cold and no personality. What is it with all this white exterior and interior????? Every house is looking like the same person lives in every house. A house near me had gorgeous tumbled brick and new owners painted exterior white.
Although the movie interiors were shot on a set, the fact that they later decorated this house like the movie AND THE OWNERS RIPPED IT ALL OUT is so foolhardy. It is now absolutely sterile, and any charm was surgically removed. And they put an open floor plan in the kitchen. Nobody wants an open floor plan any more. And a basketball court? Give me a break. How declasse. So, here they are, pushing it hard as the Home Alone house, when they removed the Home Alone charm. Not to mention the fact that people are constantly driving by and rolling down their windows to take photos. No thanks.
Ugh, what a shame.
I know!!! It’s nothing but a shell of that iconic house. All the personality that made it so special isn’t even kind of there anymore. So sad.
This is just the saddest and most disappointing thing I have seen in a long time. I would not want to meet the people that could live in this frigid house. I cannot even refer to it as a home. Maybe Grand millennial style is a fork in the road leading design back to warmth, substance and a sense of home. I can see the future. My beautiful traditional heirlooms, antiques and quality furnishings are destined for the tag sales and consignment booths. Oh, the inhumanity.
Completely tragic.
This house now looks like an operating room on the inside. So sad all the personality is gone.
Completely boring…I have never seen so many shades of white.
To quote another classic 80s movie, “it is very beautiful and very cold and you are not allowed to touch anything. “
Really sad reno, it looks so cold and sterile…… I liked the 80s-90s version so much better. The same shaded of white on white looks really harsh and cold.
You can see that house was replicated on a sound stage, with hall being much wider in the movie. If you look at the railing at the top of the stairs you can see this is much narrower in real life. With the movie set adding about 1 & 1/2 foot. They added the space to the right hand side of the door at the end of the hall, again in the movie they have chairs against the left hand side wall and there is still plenty of room, when looking at the real hall, it has just a narrow table and limited room.
The ceiling is also higher in the movie, you can see a slope down above the door, when in real life it’s level throughout.
This is the same house. No replication has been made. The differences you talk about come from the camera focal length.
This remodel is just a grey sea of depression compared to the warmth and beauty of the original home. I hope whoever buys this home restores it back to its former glory.