Description
Thornycote a 1901 English Arts and Crafts design by Howard Van Doren Shaw, is a home where craftsmanship, harmony, and grace still define daily life. Set on over an acre of lush, landscaped land near Lake Michigan, this residence invites admiration and offers a sense of place within its storied past. A handsome foyer introduces the home’s refined proportions and the richness of its historic woodwork and integrity. Every detail reveals Shaw’s thoughtful design, from the formal living room centered around a commanding wood-burning fireplace to the spacious family room that opens onto a generous terrace. The gracious dining room flows seamlessly into a bright sunroom-ideal for morning light or evening relaxation. A library, timeless and rich in character, offers quiet retreat, while the renovated kitchen-complete with custom cabinetry, butler’s pantry, coffee bar, and mudroom-blends modern convenience with historic charm. An extra-wide staircase leads to the second floor, where the primary suite serves as a private haven with an adjoining sitting / dressing room, a wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious, updated bath overlooking the grounds. Two additional large bedrooms share a full bath and connect to a cozy sitting room, perfect for reading or play. A second-floor laundry adds ease to the home’s elegant functionality. The commodious third floor provides remarkable flexibility with four bedrooms, two full baths, and a large bonus room suited for a playroom, home office, media lounge, or studio. Beyond the main residence, a 1,600-square-foot coach house is a rare opportunity with four garage bays, a two-bedroom suite, and a conference room overlooking stunning ravine views framed by two stone bridges-a setting where work, creativity, and nature coexist. Every corner of Thornycote reveals a story: a hidden speakeasy behind a mirrored door, secret gardens, and pathways designed for exploration. Just steps from downtown Highland Park’s shops, restaurants, library, and train, this landmark residence blends architectural heritage with modern comfort-an enduring expression of Shaw’s artistry brought gracefully into the present.
- Listing Courtesy of: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Details
Updated on January 23, 2026 at 12:17 pm- Property ID: MRD12518546
- Price: $1,875,000
- Property Size: 5000 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Year Built: 1901
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Active
- Parking Total: 4
- Parcel Number: 16234110160000
- Water Source: Lake Michigan
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Architectural Style: English;Other;Prairie
- Days On Market: 69
- Basement Bath(s): Yes
- Fire Places Total: 3
- Cumulative Days On Market: 69
- Tax Annual Amount: 3637.5
- Roof: Shake
- Cooling: Small Duct High Velocity,Wall Unit(s)
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Double Oven,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Freezer,Cooktop,Oven,Range Hood,Gas Cooktop
- Parking Features: Gravel,Heated Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
- Room Type: Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Eating Area,Library,Bonus Room,Tandem Room,Sitting Room,Heated Sun Room,Foyer
- Community: Street Paved
- Stories: 3 Stories,Coach House
- Directions: Sheridan Road to Laurel, East to Prospect. Continue east to home. North Side of Street
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Elementary School: Indian Trail Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School: Edgewood Middle School
- High School: Highland Park High School
- Township: Moraine
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- ConstructionMaterials: Shingle Siding
- Interior Features: Sauna,In-Law Floorplan,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,Historic/Period Mlwk,Special Millwork,Granite Counters,Pantry
- Subdivision Name: East Highland Park
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 215 Prospect
- City Highland Park
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60035
- Country Lake
Overview
- Single Family
- 6
- 6
- 5000
- 1901
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