From elegant and stately mansions to modern, environmentally-friendly abodes, the North Shore is full of one-of-a-kind homes.

Each week, Patch features one ‘Wow House’ that catches our attention. This week, a totally restored mansion in Highland Park that was built as a general's quarters for Fort Sheridan in 1892. It's listed at $3,495,000.

In addition to the eight bedrooms, eight fireplaces, two jacuzzis and indoor lap pool, the home also features a wine cellar, a sauna, a dance studio and a view of the lake.

Is your home a ‘Wow’ House? Want to nominate a spectacular, unusual or just plain cool property on the North Shore? E-mail us: jacob@patch.com.

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