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Andra O'neill
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
847-295-0700
Nestled behind the gated entrance and along a picturesque driveway lies this magnificent Georgian brick residence, set on nearly 4 acres in the heart of Lake Forest. This secluded, in-town country estate ensures the utmost privacy, with fully fenced and gated grounds adorned with lush gardens. Upon crossing the threshold, a breathtaking double curved staircase captures your attention, a true testament to the quality and grandeur of this estate. The sunken main living room, with natural light, treats you to sweeping 180-degree views of the gardens and bluestone patio. A formal dining room leads to the more casual wing of the residence, featuring a chef's kitchen, spacious family room, and sunroom. This space is perfect for both entertaining and cozy evenings by the fireplace. The west wing of the ground floor currently comprises three versatile offices/libraries, offering endless possibilities. The east wing, discreetly situated, provides separate mudroom entrances, a laundry room, an exercise room with a full bath including steam shower, and additional office space. The expansive four-car garage is equipped with smart system openers and new insulated garage doors, complete with cameras. Ascend to the second floor via one of two staircases and discover a wide main hall leading to the Primary Suite plus four luxurious ensuite bedrooms. The Primary Suite boasts a wood-burning fireplace, private balcony, two generous closets, and a spa-like bathroom. The third floor offers a new realm of living space, with three generous bedrooms, two full bathrooms, capacious storage rooms, and a soundproof, well-ventilated cigar room. In total, the usable square footage approaches an impressive 10,000 square feet, with an additional 3,000+ square feet of space in the basement. The basement includes ample storage rooms, a dedicated craft room, a recreational space, and a secure storage room. Numerous upgrades have been made to ensure top-of-the-line systems throughout the home, including a 600 amp state-of-the-art electrical service that is ready for a pool and pool house and includes a large generator. The front circle driveway and walkways have been recently installed and are heated by a dual-boiler heating system. The property boasts 12 raised beds for organic gardening, each equipped with its own water source. Here, you'll also discover two meticulously registered butterfly gardens. Enjoy leisurely evenings in the separate firepit area, soak in the hot tub, or revel in the vast expanse of the manicured lawn. If you seek a residence that combines privacy, security, grandeur, room for everyone, and the serene ambiance of the countryside, all within walking distance to downtown Lake Forest, then this is the home you've been dreaming of.
Total Bedroom: 8
Room Types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Breakfast Room, Den, Office, Library, Recreation Room, Mud Room
Total Baths: 9
Full Baths: 7
Half Baths: 2
Rooms Total: 17
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Center Hall Plan, Pantry
Roof : Shake
Appliances : Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Laundry Features: In Unit
Shake
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
WaterSource: Lake Michigan
Year Built: 1988
Balcony, Patio, Hot Tub
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions: 162 X 311 X 218 X 330 X 364 X 686
Lot Description: Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees
Lot Acres: 3.89
Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
Lot Size Source: County Records
Property Type: Residential
Style: Georgian
Sub Type: Detached Single
Type Detached: 4+ Stories
Original List Price: $2695000
Annual Tax: $54277.84
Tax Year: 2022
Parcel Number: 12323070260000
Tax Exemption: Homeowner
Total Parking: 4
Parking: Garage
Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
Driveway: Asphalt,Brick,Circular,Heated
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Space: 4
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Ownership: Owned
Included Fees: None
Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
Junior High School: Deer Path Middle School
Senior High School: Lake Forest High School
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Lake Michigan
City: Lake Forest
Direction: Address is West of Green Bay Rd and East of 41 on the South side of Deerpath Rd.
Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
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LOT 5 Whitehall Lane, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $900,000 | -- | -- | -- | 1.95 Acres |
687 W Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $700,000 | -- | -- | -- | 2.13 Acres |
LOT 50 Kajer Lane, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $415,000 | -- | -- | -- | 0.73 Acre |
LOT 51 Kajer Lane, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $415,000 | -- | -- | -- | 0.49 Acre |
LOT 69 Windhaven Court, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $363,000 | -- | -- | -- | 0.44 Acre |
LOT 22 Kimmer Court, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $443,000 | -- | -- | -- | 0.47 Acre |
LOT 69 Windhaven Court, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $1,695,000 | 4 | 5 | 4,092 | 0.44 Acre |
LOT 50 Kajer Lane, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $1,745,000 | 4 | 5 | 4,092 | 0.73 Acre |
LOT 51 Kajer Lane, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $1,815,000 | 4 | 5 | 4,092 | 0.49 Acre |
LOT 22 Kimmer Court, Lake Forest, IL,60045 | $1,920,000 | 4 | 5 | 4,092 | 0.47 Acre |
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ByOwner last updated this listing 04/28/2024 @ 06:20
MLS: MRED #12006796
LISTED BY: Andra O'Neill, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED)
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