Description
Rare opportunity to own this beautiful lakefront home, designed by renowned architect Jarvis Hunt, on 4.11 acres w/ 300′ of Lake Michigan shoreline on coveted Mayflower Road. Located down a tree-lined driveway at the end of a private lane, this stately brick home was built in 1914 and features 7 bedrooms, 6.1 bathrooms, 6 fireplaces, original millwork, high ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, an elevator, a newer slate roof, and wonderful vintage details throughout. On the 1st floor, you’ll find a large library w/ built-in shelving, a wood-burning fireplace, beautiful trim & millwork, and wonderful character. The family room overlooks Lake Michigan and contains three walls of floor to ceiling windows allowing for amazing views all year long. The spacious kitchen features commercial grade appliances, a Butler’s Pantry, Storage Pantry, an island, and plenty of storage & prep space. On the 2nd floor, the large Primary Suite contains a bedroom w/ wood-burning fireplace and views of the lake, a huge dressing room w/ abundant closet space, built-in dressers, vanity table, & shelving and a spacious primary bathroom with a separate tub, shower and commode room. Three additional bedrooms, an office, a meditation room, a large linen room, and a sitting room that contains the elevator complete this level. The 3rd floor has 3 large bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a game room. The unfinished basement has lots of dry storage space and can be finished out to create even more wonderful amenities (theater room, wine cellar, play space, etc.). Outside, the expansive side yard is perfect for outdoor entertaining, games, or special events. Two stone terraces provide additional space for entertaining and enjoying the stunning scenery. A stone staircase w/ handrail leads down to the lake while passing through a lovely gazebo w/ seating down by the beach. This beautiful home also has a slate roof (2003) newer mechanicals, and professional landscaping. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy lakefront living in this amazing private setting w/ an incredible beachfront!
- Listing Courtesy of: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Details
Updated on November 25, 2024 at 11:31 am- Price: $7,000,000
- Property Size: 7149 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
- Year Built: 1914
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Active
- Parking Total: 1.5
- Parcel Number: 12344010030000
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Days On Market: 17
- MRD DRV: Asphalt,Circular
- Basement Bath(s): No
- MRD GAR: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
- Living Area: 4.11
- Fire Places Total: 6
- Cumulative Days On Market: 17
- Tax Annual Amount: 5202.17
- Roof: Slate
- Cooling: Partial,Space Pac
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Range Hood
- Room Type: Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Bedroom 7,Foyer,Game Room,Library,Office
- Community: Lake,Water Rights,Street Lights,Street Paved
- Stories: 3 Stories
- Directions: East on Deerpath Road to Mayflower Road, South on Mayflower Road to private road, East to house.
- Exterior: Brick
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Appraiser
- Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Township: Shields
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Interior Features: Bar-Wet,Elevator,Hardwood Floors,In-Law Arrangement,Built-in Features,Ceiling - 10 Foot,Ceiling - 9 Foot,Historic/Period Mlwk,Pantry,Plaster
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
- Parking Type: Garage
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 111 N Mayflower
- City Lake Forest
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60045
- Country Lake
Overview
- Single Family
- 7
- 6
- 7149
- 1914
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