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Lake Forest Area Single Family Home

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965 E Deerpath Road Lake Forest, IL 60045

8 Bed
11 Baths
13602 sqft
Fairlawn , designed by Delano & Aldrich,Privately secluded Estate with a gated entrance. The symmetry of the red brick Georgian design delights on arrival. Designed in 1923 by New York-based architects, Delano and Aldrich, Fairlawn is in a category by itself. . Reflecting gracious elegance, majestic room sizes and a flowing floor plan. This magnificent residence sits on 3.16 acres of spectacular green gardens that was designed as a series of rooms. As one of the finest residences along Chicago's North Shore, Fairlawn was completed in 1925. Symmetrical scale rooms with high ceilings, cozy fireplaces, a paneled library, a sun room with beautiful murals, grand living/ball room and dining room. The third floor hosts a fun domed space. There is a new kitchen with custom cabinets & top of the line appliances, it opens up to the family room & has easy access to the pool. There are 7 car garages attached to the main house by a heated tunnel. The separate coach house includes: bedroom, bathroom, Kitchen & a living room. There is a green house. Recent updates : new boiler system, new kitchen, Bluestone patio around the pool, Ruckus Wi-Fi system throughout & hot water heaters. Fairlawn is a private retreat, located in the heart of East Lake Forest, across from the beach & the park. History :in 1857 Farwell purchased 18 acres. Fairlawn was built in 1870 by Senator Charles Benjamin Farwell who was one of Lake Forest's original settlers. 1891 the first golf game reported in the midwest teed off on a small seven hole course built on the estate front yard. In 1920: the house burned to the ground. It was rebuilt in 1923 by his daughter Grace, founder of the Chicago Arts Club. The estate has been through many changes . In 1950 the property was subdivided into 9 lots. Today Fairlawn sits on 3.16 spectacular acres.
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Houda Chedid
$5,000,000
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Lake Forest Area Single Family Home

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930 Lake Road Lake Forest, IL 60045

5 Bed
8 Baths
5932 sqft
This award-winning Greek-revival home offers a sophisticated lifestyle in a modern house. Built to the highest standards and completed in 2016, it has a flowing floor plan, 12ft ceilings, elevator to all levels, generous natural light, de Guilio kitchen that opens onto a blue-stone patio and 60' pool with infinity waterfall edge and covered gazebo with gas fireplace. The perfectly balanced stucco home has a center drive that culminates in a walled auto-court with parking for 8 cars. A separate driveway leads to heated garage for 4 cars. Imported metal windows and metal roof contrast with the stucco wall surfaces infused with marble. Enjoy heated flooring, in-wall audio, oversized passages, and Art Deco glass panels in the 3 elevator doors. Enter through antique brass doors to a hall dominated by a floating brass staircase that connects all levels. The foyer is flanked by 2 rooms with fireplaces. The south room flows into a dramatic dining room that seats 12. Access the kitchen through foyer entrances that show the pool terrace through a wall of windows. The kitchen has quartzite counters, brass hardware, double integrated Sub-Zero refrigerators, Miele dishwashers, Wolf induction stoves, and Wolf ovens. A downstairs theater has a 150 screen with high-definition laser projection and integrated sound systems. A billiard room/office, spa/5th bedroom with steam shower and sauna, wine cellar for 1600 bottles, laundry with commercial and residential machines, and a 40' x 22' room with 10.5' ceilings complete the level. Upstairs 2 bedrooms with ensuite baths are secluded from the master suite. The master suite comes with gas fireplace, walk-in closet, and generous bath with built-in hand-painted Art Deco mirror. A contiguous 4th bedroom and bath can be combined into the master suite. A linen room is plumbed for laundry. The elegant garden has specimen evergreen trees augmented with rare Japanese maples and a broad lawn area below the pool terrace. Designed by Steve Rugo architects & built by Legacy Homes. Some form of Prequalification required to schedule showing.
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Houda Chedid
$2,350,000
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Lake Forest Area Single Family Home

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550 Oak Knoll Drive Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 Bed
6 Baths
5996 sqft
Stunning, light-filled Cape Cod home, renovated throughout, sits on 1.5 beautifully landscaped acres. The gracious foyer with double glass entryway doors, curved staircase, exquisite millwork and glass transoms welcomes you into the home. Step into the living room offering a sitting area and separate area with fireplace which leads to the large dining room with butler's pantry, perfect for small or larger scale entertaining. The sunroom with tile floor has fabulous views of the backyard. The amazing chef's kitchen is new from top to bottom, with Wolf range, additional oven, Sub-zero refrigerator, white custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, walk-in-pantry and generous eating area. The views from the kitchen through the double sliding glass doors is nothing short of extraordinary. A paneled library with fireplace is perfect for working from home, or for a quiet place to relax. The family room offers a vaulted and beamed ceiling and limestone fireplace with views of the lush backyard. A separate bonus room off the family room is ready to be a work room, office, playroom or whatever your heart desires and the laundry/mudroom has lots of storage. The second floor offers a gorgeous Primary Suite with two walk-in closets, new luxurious bath and a private office/sitting room with fireplace. Three additional bedrooms and two new baths complete this floor. Finished basement with recreation room, bar, bedroom, full bath and lots of storage. The home also boasts bluestone walkways, new driveway, new windows, three new ACs and furnaces and newer roof (2017). The fenced backyard with a breath-taking bluestone terrace and professional landscaping is perfect for enjoying evening sunsets. Too many updates to list. Don't miss this special home!
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / @properties Christie's International Real Estate
$1,925,000
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Lake Forest Area Single Family Home

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180 S Orchard Circle Lake Forest, IL 60045

4 Bed
4 Baths
4500 sqft
Developer's Model. Never lived in home at beautiful, bucolic Westleigh Farm. Most popular plan featuring ranch living with finished English lower level for maximum light and entertaining possibility. Premium homesite. French Eclectic exterior style. 3 car side load garage. Open floorplan with all developer structural options.10' pop up ceilings on main level, 4 total bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Sunroom and covered rear decks. Generous finishes featuring wide plank wood flooring, 10' pop up ceilings, elegant gourmet kitchen. Viking appliances with Chefs package including 8 burner dual oven range, additional convection wall oven and microwave, warming drawer. Amish custom cabinetry including pull outs and extended desk/serving area. Spacious island contains sink and panelized dishwasher. Counter depth Viking fridge with cabinet panels, oversized walk in pantry and serving area. Wetbar with beverage fridge at entry to great room. Great room features efficient gas fireplace, built in bookshelves and designer accent ceiling beams. Comfortable and bright Sunroom with excellent pond views. Take in the amazing Westleigh Farm Sunsets nightly from inside or on your covered great room and owner's decks. Massive owner's suite with spacious walk in closet, dual vanities, and opulent marble shower with bench. Separate Kohler soaking tub and private access to laundry room. Spacious lower level includes rec area, 2 bedrooms, full bath, exercise room, glass door lounge, and plenty of storage. Westleigh Farm is a private enclave of low maintenance homes on 47 naturally beautiful acres featuring ponds, walking paths, picninc park, and garden lodge for private gathering/meetings/events. Location convenient to everything Lake Forest offers including town, theater, shopping, Starbucks, parks, bike trails, highway, and Metra access. This last remaining opportunity at Westleigh Farm is truly the best. Call today to view!
Listing Courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data / Coldwell Banker Realty / Joseph "Joe" Giampa