238 W Joliet Road, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Affiliated
238 W Joliet Road,Valparaiso, IN 46385
$850,000
- 8 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,988 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by:
- Judy Fischer(219) 508 - 5700CENTURY 21 Affiliated
- Nicole Scott(219) 299 - 9299CENTURY 21 Affiliated
Office: century 21 affiliated219-405-4112
MLS#:842442
Source:Northwest Indiana AOR as distributed by MLS GRID
Price summary
- Price:$850,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$170.41
About this home
HISTORIC RETREAT PROVIDING RESORT STYLE LIVING! This 11.6 acre property in Center Township includes walking trails through the rolling and wooded land. The two plus acre pond is stocked with bass, bluegill and catfish. The pond is 24 ft. at its deepest point. Enjoy swimming in the 20 x 40 heated pool. After being a farm, the property opened as Lincolnvale Country Club with an 18-hole golf course. It was very popular with golfers from Porter and Lake County as well as Chicago. The banked barn has a sign that reads "Where nature considers the golfer." Later it was opened as Lincoln Hills Golf Course with 9 holes. The two-story home was built in 1890. It was restored in 1980 when it became the 17-room Embassy Bed and Breakfast Inn which included an interior design studio. With 4988 sq. ft., the house boasts of 8 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms. The inviting veranda is supported with southern columns. The main floor offers over 3200 finished sq. ft. with 9 ft. ceilings. The huge kitchen offers a coffered ceiling, an abundance of English Style solid hardwood cabinets, 10 ft. island, and skylights above the breakfast nook. The living room includes a fireplace, crown molding and hardwood floor. Spacious formal dining room has oak hardwood floor, crown molding, and French doors leading to both the front Verandah and the foyer. Relax and enjoy beverages in the three seasons room that has spectacular views of nature and wildlife. Electrical wiring has been updated and the plumbing system is copper. The property has not been on the market for over 25 years. This one of a kind, unique, and secluded property offers a great opportunity for you to use your creativity and restoration talents. There is no homestead exemption. Taxes will be lowered if this is filed by the purchaser. The property is close to shopping, downtown Valparaiso, and the interstate. It is in the Valparaiso School District. Property is being sold "as is."...
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Home facts
- Year built:1890
- Listing ID #:842442
- Added:4 day(s) ago
- Updated:July 21, 2026 at 02:24 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:8
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:14
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Basement
- Living area:4,988 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1890
- Building area:4,988 sq. ft.
- Lot area:11.6 Acres
- Lot Features:Horses Allowed, Landscaped, Wooded
- Exterior Features:Private Yard
Utilities
- Water:Well
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$850,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$170.41
- Tax amount:$9,942 (2025)
Parking
- Parking description:Additional Parking, Driveway
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