Unparalleled midwestern luxury-living with this extraordinary 5 bedroom, 8 bathroom custom designed estate with 9 fireplaces, once the residence of iconic rock legend Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys!! Nestled within the prestigious Crane Road Estates, with nearly 10,000 square feet of living space that offers lavish luxury and breathtaking beauty. Grand two-story foyer with a double-sided staircase to the upstairs catwalk sets the tone for the home's elegance and open layout. Stunning two-story dining room and a great room featuring coffered ceilings offer a complete grandeur. Great room boasts a majestic fireplace with a marble hearth, wall-to-wall windows framed by a massive arched window, and double sliding doors leading to an 850-square-foot two-tiered maintenance-free deck with glass railings. The office/study is a bookworm or business-person's dream. Floor-to-ceiling cherrywood built-in shelving, stone fireplace, and coffered ceilings with cherry wood beaming. French doors lead to the four-seasons room with many floor-to-ceiling windows and 2 double doors leading outside. 1st floor master suite is a private retreat, complete with a fireplace, large custom upgraded walk-in closet with marble island counter. The fully remodeled private bath features heated flooring, private toilet commode, double marble sink vanity, double rainfall walk-in shower with body sprayers and standing tub situated in front of an additional fireplace. The recently fully remodeled kitchen has an abundance of quartz countertops, massive island counter with additional breakfast bar and prep sink, double Wolf stove and oven with added hood vent for direct ventilation. Custom cabinetry, large butler's pantry, and a built-in wine fridge. Family room includes a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace and volume ceiling with wood beams to provide for a cozy gathering space. Additional secondary staircase off of kitchen leads to the second floor. A TRUE in-law suite offers privacy and comfort, complete with living room and fireplace, suite bedroom, large walk-in closet, and private bath with double sink vanity, large jacuzzi tub, and walk-in shower. Across the catwalk lies 2 spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and connecting jack-and-jill baths. The full walkout basement is an entertainer's delight with a step-down custom-designed built-in wet bar! Workout room is mirrored from floor-to-ceiling, and with spa bathroom that has a steam shower and sauna. Professional Golf Simulator (also has archery, football, clay shooting & more) with viewing lounge and step-up poker lounge! Wine cellar with double iron door gate, secondary built-in wet bar, wine fridges, inlay flooring, built-in humidor, and service counter. Remodeled office with French doors and a fireplace, could be an additional bedroom. Outside, an exquisite in-ground pool surrounded by a stone-stamped patio and a custom koi pond with waterfalls overlooking an HOA-maintained pond creates a serene oasis. Oversized four-car garage, multiple storage areas, and meticulous maintenance throughout make this home a truly exceptional find. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of history and experience the ultimate in luxury living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
2.25 acresLot Size
$236Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Tim Binning• RE/MAX Suburban
Listed by Parker Binning• RE/MAX Suburban
Bought with Amy Andreas• Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
Do not miss your opportunity to own this extraordinary home on the water and with resort style pool at this now reduced price. . Entry Foyer features 2 plus story entry and a sweeping staircase. First floor features a classic formal library with custom cherry wood cabinets and fireplace, sun room and first floor master with a secret room and a huge bathroom with soaking garden tub. Kitchen has a butler's pantry with the first of three dishwashers and will be receiving new high end appliances, quartz counters , a new cooktop and a new sink. The kitchen opens to the bright family room with the fireplace and view of the pool area. Upstairs is another master bedroom suite with fireplace and additional new electric fireplace and it is here that Paul Mccartney was said to stay while Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys recorded his album. The cute children's room was decorated and said to have been Brians daughters room. On the other side of the house are Jack and Jill bedrooms. Downstairs is the recording studio, gym, sauna, steam shower, bar area, pool area, card area and a work area with another fireplace. Recently 3 new furnaces have been installed, a new air conditioning unit, new hot water heater, chimneys rebuilt, outside sprinkling system rebuilt. This home was built for Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys. Taxes will be reduced for 2020 to 27806.08
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07961201
May 16, 2012
Listing Removed
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Dec 16, 2011
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07547174
Dec 16, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jun 5, 2010
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07198479
Jun 5, 2010
Listing Removed
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Jul 10, 2009
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Apr 26, 2009
Listed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07198466
Apr 26, 2009
Listed
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Apr 26, 2009
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06176383
Jun 2, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jun 14, 2006
Listed
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Public Records
Apr 4, 2001
Sold
$1,500,000
$152/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$36,049 (+13.9%)
$89,029 + $456,724
$545,753
2024
$31,650 (+4.9%)
$89,029 + $456,724
$545,753
2023
$30,168 (+2.2%)
$82,032 + $379,247
$461,279
2022
$29,506 (+40.5%)
$73,420 + $339,432
$412,852
2021
$21,000 (−29.9%)
$94,496 + $303,581
$398,077
2020
$29,978 (+1.6%)
$90,073 + $170,618
$260,691
2019
$29,494 (−9.6%)
$86,644 + $274,411
$361,055
2018
$32,609 (−8.5%)
$86,644 + $274,411
$361,055
2017
$35,657 (−13.0%)
$92,611 + $307,349
$399,960
2016
$41,006 (+4.5%)
$89,444 + $344,806
$434,250
2015
$39,245 (+17.0%)
$86,303 + $373,527
$459,830
2013
$33,554 (+0.3%)
$86,226 + $303,273
$389,499
2012
$33,465 (−18.3%)
$86,226 + $303,273
$389,499
2011
$40,936 (+6.4%)
$118,990 + $296,099
$415,089
2010
$38,468 (+7.4%)
$127,656 + $439,348
$567,004
2009
$35,810 (−0.3%)
$127,656 + $439,348
$567,004
2008
$35,922 (+10.5%)
$129,337 + $481,273
$610,610
2007
$32,522
$129,337 + $429,839
$559,176
Tax history for 5N129 Dover Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$36,049 (+13.9%)
$89,029 + $456,724
$545,753
2024
$31,650 (+4.9%)
$89,029 + $456,724
$545,753
2023
$30,168 (+2.2%)
$82,032 + $379,247
$461,279
2022
$29,506 (+40.5%)
$73,420 + $339,432
$412,852
2021
$21,000 (−29.9%)
$94,496 + $303,581
$398,077
2020
$29,978 (+1.6%)
$90,073 + $170,618
$260,691
2019
$29,494 (−9.6%)
$86,644 + $274,411
$361,055
2018
$32,609 (−8.5%)
$86,644 + $274,411
$361,055
2017
$35,657 (−13.0%)
$92,611 + $307,349
$399,960
2016
$41,006 (+4.5%)
$89,444 + $344,806
$434,250
2015
$39,245 (+17.0%)
$86,303 + $373,527
$459,830
2013
$33,554 (+0.3%)
$86,226 + $303,273
$389,499
2012
$33,465 (−18.3%)
$86,226 + $303,273
$389,499
2011
$40,936 (+6.4%)
$118,990 + $296,099
$415,089
2010
$38,468 (+7.4%)
$127,656 + $439,348
$567,004
2009
$35,810 (−0.3%)
$127,656 + $439,348
$567,004
2008
$35,922 (+10.5%)
$129,337 + $481,273
$610,610
2007
$32,522
$129,337 + $429,839
$559,176
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
7
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.96 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,527
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kane County
APN
0916382002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Mar 16, 2026 • Final
Building
Perform a remodel of a bathroom.
Bathroom
Sep 11, 2025 • Active
Building
Install a new backup generator.
Generator
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
# of Parking (Total): 4
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Concrete,Circular,Side Drive
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (1/2): 3
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Bidet,Garden Tub,Soaking Tub
Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Range Hood, Water Softener Owned
Water-Softener Owned, Central Vacuum, Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Security Cameras, Water Heater-Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 9
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Basement
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio, Stamped Concrete Patio, Brick Paver Patio, In Ground Pool
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 3,340
Exterior Building Type: Brick,EIFS (e.g. Dryvit).
Age: 26-30 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Shake
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 9,867
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Main Sq Ft: 4005
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 9,867
Total Sq Ft: 6,527
Upper Sq Ft: 2522
Parcel Number: 0916382002
Lot Information
Dimensions: 432X268X136X457
Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Pond(s), Water View, Mature Trees, Backs to Open Grnd
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $30,167.82
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Home Improvement
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic-Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Lake, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $2,585
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Insurance
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 303
Elementary School: Wild Rose Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 303
Middle Or Junior School: Thompson Middle School
High School District: 303
High School: St Charles North High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Crane Road Estates
Township: St. Charles
Corporate Limits: UNINCORPORATED
Directions: Randall Road North of 64, East on Crane Road, North on Old Farm Road, West on Dover Hill Road to property
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,527
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.96 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Kane County
APN: 0916382002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Wild Rose Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Thompson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
7/10
St Charles North High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
St Charles, IL • 60174
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
3.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$2.21M – $2.67M
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