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1271 N Green Bay Road

Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 8

Bath

SqFt6,134

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Acres1.40

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Tucked away on 1.4 pristine acres along a private lane just minutes from downtown Lake Forest, this stately French Normandy-style residence exudes timeless sophistication and exceptional craftsmanship. Custom-built in 1999 by Gene Martin, the home combines thoughtful design, solid construction, and luxurious finishes across more than 7,500 square feet of living space. The lime-washed brick facade welcomes you into a grand, two-story foyer with a sweeping staircase and herringbone oak hardwood floors. Flanking the entry, the formal living and dining rooms showcase exquisite millwork, floor-to-ceiling windows, Scalamandre window treatments, and twin gas fireplaces, creating an elegant symmetry ideal for entertaining. The de Giulio-designed kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring herringbone oak hardwood flooring, custom pine cabinetry, granite countertops, premium appliances (Viking, Sub-Zero, and Miele), a large island, and a sunlit breakfast area. Step down into the inviting family room, highlighted by a coffered ceiling, bay windows, and a stately, limestone fireplace. A handsome library with walnut built-in shelving w/ cabinets and access to a private patio provides an ideal home office. The main level also includes a spacious guest suite (or potential second primary bedroom) with a 14-foot tray ceiling, morning kitchen, and luxurious marble bath. A large, screened porch with a knotty pine, bead board ceiling and accessible via French doors from both the kitchen and family room, connects seamlessly to the bluestone patio, while the mudroom/laundry room leads to a heated 4-car garage. Upstairs, the 2nd floor landing features a wall of leaded glass panels that floods the space with light while facilitating views of the front of the property. The primary suite impresses with a 12-foot vaulted ceiling, a private balcony overlooking the grounds, a morning kitchen, an expansive walk-in closet with island, and a bonus room that can be used as a 2nd office or exercise space. The spa-like primary bath features dual vanities, a circular jetted tub, Sheryl Wagner faucetry, and a large walk-in shower. Three additional, sizable en suite bedrooms complete the second floor. The lower level offers 1,500 sq ft of finished living space and features a 2nd family room with fireplace, a game room, a full bathroom, and abundant storage. Outside, the professionally landscaped grounds feature mature trees, flowering gardens, a circular driveway, a slate roof, a sprinkler system, and multiple bluestone patios for outdoor entertaining. Perfectly located close to downtown Lake Forest, the Metra, shopping, dining, Lake Michigan, and major highways, this remarkable home blends timeless French elegance with modern comfort and convenience.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $3,295,000

AD Id : 79730768

MLS Id : MRD12605680

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 1.40 Acres

Living Area Size : 6,134

Year Built : 1999

Garage : 4

County : Lake

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5, Eating Area, Office, Bonus Room, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Walk In Closet

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 8 Full Baths: 7 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 14

    Interior Features

    Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Special Millwork, Granite Counters Roof: Slate Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations, Sink

    Roofing Information

    Slate
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned Cooling: Central Air, Zoned WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1999
  • Exterior Features

    Balcony Construction Materials: Brick Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 352x260x334x78 Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Mature Trees Lot Acres: 1.4 Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$3295000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $52864.72 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 12292030190000

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 7 Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Side Apron, Circular Driveway, Owned Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 4

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: Snow Removal, Other HOA: $1,500.00 Annually

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School Junior High School: Deer Path Middle School Senior High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    City: Lake Forest Direction: Green Bay Rd north to home (on a private laneway)
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MLS: MRED #12605680 LISTED BY: Jeffrey Folker, @properties Christie's International Real Estate 847-295-0700 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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