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Lake Forest, IL, 60045 • 60045 • Lake County
$859/sqft
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
9Baths
7,280Sqft
2.5 acLot
1912Built
Character Home
Built 1912 · 114 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
6 Fireplaces
Family Room · Living Room · Master Bedroom · Den/Library · Dining Room
Special Features
Guest House · Pool House · Second Garage
4-Car Garage
Gravel · Garage Door Opener · Heated Garage · Garage · Yes · Garage Owned · Attached · Detached
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Single Family · Built 1912 · Historic
A Quintessential Lake Forest Manor with Storied Legacy and Timeless Elegance. Perched on 2.5 acres along Lake Road, this iconic Lake Forest estate offers a rare blend of architectural pedigree, historical significance, and modern refinement. Originally designed in 1907 by renowned architect Howard Van Doren Shaw for Helen Poole Thompson, the home stands as a testament to early 20th-century craftsmanship and design. The original landscape was masterfully envisioned by Charles Platt and Rose Standish Nichols, later reimagined by celebrated garden designer Rosemary Verey, and meticulously maintained by Craig Bergmann. The result is an extraordinary harmony between house and garden, where every view is artfully framed. Inside, the 7,700 sq ft residence is rich with character and sophistication. Signature features include a paneled wood living room imported from France, limestone floors in the grand entrance hall, and a stunning garden room with panoramic views of the south lawn. Original French doors, restored with brass cremone bolts, offer historic charm with modern functionality. A comprehensive renovation in 1989 by Colfax and Fowler introduced thoughtful additions including a billiards room, family room, and an attached two-car garage. The kitchen, breakfast room, and butler's pantry were fully updated with custom cabinetry and hand-scraped pine floors by Van Krumpen Woodworks, blending warmth with luxury. Upstairs, the second floor offers five bedrooms, an office, and five bathrooms, all elegantly updated to maintain a timeless appeal. In 2010, Liederbach and Graham added a stunning architectural feature: a replica of Samuel McIntire's Massachusetts Folly, complete with a kitchen, 1/2 bath, and a versatile second-floor living space ideal as an office or studio. Overlooking the inground pool and tennis court, the Folly is equipped with geothermal heating for year-round comfort. Completing the estate is a charming coach house with an additional two-car garage, living room, bedroom, bath, and kitchen-perfect for guests or extended family. This is more than a home-it's a legacy property, meticulously maintained and thoughtfully enhanced for modern living. A true once-in-a-lifetime offering in Lake Forest.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights attached two-car garage, family room, and billiards room as key attractions of this home.
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Est. 6.44% rate · 30yr fixed · $5,000,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
15 categories of property features
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
SecondBedroom2
SecondBedroom3
SecondBedroom4
SecondBedroom5
SecondOther
Market data and value estimates
3 schools rated nearby
Lake Forest, IL, 60045
5 events
21 years of records
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Lake Forest, IL • Lake County
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