The most expensive property on Zillow is a stunning $48 million Indiana ranch with eight lakes, a roadhouse bar, restaurant and garage with space for 250 cars.
The 15-bedroom, 16-bathroom property sits on a 550-acre property nestled in the picturesque Southwest Indiana countryside.
Known as Large Tree Nurseryoffers a luxurious escape to the wild, located just outside of Santa Claus – a charming Christmas town that attracts millions of visitors each year.
The log cabin is surrounded by beautiful landscaping and is complemented by lavish entertainment and leisure facilities designed for families to enjoy.
The owner and creator is multi-millionaire B. Edward Ewing, a wealthy real estate developer.
A sprawling 550-acre estate and priced at an impressive $48 million has recently been listed on Zillow with amenities that rival a luxury resort hotel
The centerpiece of the property is a sprawling log cabin surrounded by beautiful landscaping
The log cabin design is based on the iconic lodges found in Yosemite and Grand Canyon National Parks
Ewing made his fortune through a combination of real estate and business management.
He bought the first 100 acres of this property and gradually added more as his finances allowed. It is said that he was interested in where each tree was planted.
The log home is inspired by the iconic lodges of the Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Parks.
Some of the architectural features include wooden ceilings, large windows and a three-story stone fireplace.
The main house is spread over three floors and consists of six bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms.
The architectural details include wooden ceilings and wooden floors
Wood is all around with a stone fireplace to provide warmth in the winter months
Big Tree Farm’s three-story main residence has six bedrooms, one of which is pictured
Shown here is another of the master bedrooms with a stone fireplace for warmth in the winter
The elements of wood and stone continue into the bathrooms
Nestled in Southwest Indiana’s scenic countryside, this 15-bedroom, 16-bath estate, known as Big Tree Farm, is a haven of tranquility
Big Tree Farm sits on 550 acres. Once upon a time, the rolling hills of this estate were fields of wheat
The main level great room offers breathtaking views with soaring floor-to-ceiling glass windows.
The ground and lower floors also feature large bedrooms with stone fireplaces, intricately hand-carved mantelpieces, walk-in closets and ensuite bathrooms.
Those walking outside from the lower level can enter an expansive lawn that is home to a covered pavilion with a stone fireplace and rocking chairs, with a miniature log cabin playhouse for children to play in a ‘house’ of their own.
The land on which the estate is built used to be cornfields, but has been transformed over the course of 30 years.
The estate has a resort-like feel with guests entering through three gated entrances lined with immaculate white fencing.
Kids can play ‘little house’ in their own miniature version of a log cabin
A footbridge leads to one of eight lakes with a sitting area and pavilion at the end
Like everything else about the property, the pool is also huge with a 2,042 square foot resort style pool
There are plenty of amenities on the estate, including this floodlit tennis court
Next to the pool is an outdoor pavilion with bar and dining area
Oak trees line the driveway and perimeter of the estate with signs carved into boulders directing the way to the main entrance.
For those who want to get a little fresh air, there’s plenty of room to run around with 3½ miles of trails winding around the various lakes and botanic gardens.
The trails are dotted with mesmerizing waterfalls and bronze statues designed by well-known artists.
Like everything else on the property, the pool area is also massive with a 2,042 square foot resort-style pool, covered outdoor bar, catering kitchen, dining area, large stone fireplace, air-conditioned restrooms, and lakeside cabanas.
For nature lovers, eight lakes provide ample opportunities for fishing, boating, and kayaking.
Parts of the property are wooded with trails that can be used for mountain biking or riding ATVs.
Wildlife also roams freely with wild turkey and white-tailed deer among the fauna.
Estate facilities include several large stone fire pits, a garden amphitheater, shooting range, lighted tennis court, sports equipment room, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and a number of outdoor spaces to enjoy with guests.
The sprawling Guest Quarters, an area known as “The Stables,” with each guest suite named after Kentucky Derby winners from nearby Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky
A saloon-style wraparound bar is located in one of the dining areas
The walls are decorated with sports memorabilia for guests to enjoy
The entertainment area has enough space for hundreds of guests
The building features a games room with table tennis and table football
Vintage Texaco gas pumps are located at the entrance to the car museum
A 1950s style diner is located next to the entertainment facility. The centerpiece of the 2,400-square-foot diner is a shiny, brand-new, never-ridden Harley Davidson motorcycle
The restaurant is plastered with musical memorabilia and has classic big red booths and tables
The restaurant has immaculate black and white checkered floors
Also on the property is the Classic Car Museum, which once housed 250 cars
The gardens, paths and common areas are lit all evening and night.
The estate also has an entertainment facility of over 9,000 square feet, perfect for hosting parties, business meetings and fundraisers with enough space for 600 guests.
The building comes complete with a wraparound saloon-style bar, sound system, stage, dance floor, laser lights, smoke machine, game room, outdoor fire pit, and outdoor amphitheater.
For those who want to step back in time for a taste of nostalgia, a 1950s-style diner is full of charm.
The centerpiece of the 2,400-square-foot diner is a shiny, brand-new, never-ridden Harley Davidson motorcycle.
The diner impresses from the moment guests enter with black and white checkered floors and walls adorned with music memorabilia.
Each table comes with its own fully operational mini jukebox player, so diners sitting in the red vinyl chairs at booths and tables can create a playlist from decades past.
But wait, there’s more! Vintage Texaco gas pumps are located at the entrance to the Classic Car Museum.
At one point there were 250 cars in the huge space and it looks like it’s begging to be filled again with someone’s vintage collection.