Description
Once in a lifetime opportunity to own one of the most coveted estates in the midwest with a main house, attached coachhouse, guest house, pool, pool house, conservatory, and awe-inspiring gardens with 21 "rooms" spanning almost 9 acres, near lake michigan! this magnificent brick georgian home was designed by noted architect benjamin h. marshall in 1904. he was an influential chicago architect of the roaring 20's, most remembered for designing the drake hotel. the house was built for mr. and mrs. john t. pirie. mr. pirie was president and heir to carson, pirie scott & company. the current owners purchased the estate from laurance h. armour, jr. in 1988. the facade of the house reflects the prairie school of architecture, with its row of wide windows, portico and three-story gable, with an italianate influence featuring tuscan columns and bowed windows. the spectacular landscape was designed in the 1920's by rose standish nichols. this fabulous estate includes a breathtaking expanse of bentgrass lawns, majestic trees and a series of 21 awe-inspiring outdoor "rooms," most of which were created by the current owners who engaged prominent landscape architects throughout the development of the gardens. after the current homeowners took possession in 1988, they proceeded with a decade long house and garden renovation and expansion of remarkable stewardship enhancing the property to its current state of splendor. in the mid 90's two neighboring properties on mayflower were purchased allowing for the expansion of the gardens and the addition of the pool house, pool and guest house. they extended the gardens well beyond the historic landscape plan employing the highest quality and nationally recognized architectural and landscape professionals, preserving its historical character and recreating a classic lake forest estate. the expansion was the most important events in the history of local country places in 60 years and significantly elevated the architectural quality of this section of mayflower road. there is elevator access to all four levels of the main house. the landscape is the collaboration of many including tom and kirsten beeby, new york garden estate landscape architect & designer deborah nevins, and local landscape architects frank mariani, craig bergmann, and p. clifford miller. the most important influence was the owner's passion and creative talent for gardening, as well as their love of nature that was the driving force behind this extraordinary one-of-a-kind landscape. there is arguably no other property like this in the country with its array of captivating garden rooms, lush, wooded ravine garden, exquisite millefleur seasonal garden beds and long-term mixed plantings, perfectly manicured hedges, majestic trees, espalier trees, and captivating beauty at every turn that brings inner peace, inspiration and exuberance showing that even in chicago's diverse climate it is possible to have a wonderful english garden. the owner's passion for gardening and beauty is evident throughout this magnificent, meticulously maintained estate. incredibly rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind country house era estate in the heart of east lake forest near lake michigan and all that downtown lake forest offers.
Property Type
ResidentialCounty
LakeStyle
GeorgianAD ID
46652445
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedroom: 8
- Room Types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Breakfast Room, Den, Foyer, Gallery, Library, Office, Pantry, Storage, Heated Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 10
- Full Baths: 8
- Half Baths: 2
Interior Features
- Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Ceilings - 9 Foot, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Some Insulated Wndws, Some Storm Doors, Some Wall-To-Wall Cp, Pantry
- Roof: Slate
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Range Hood, Other, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry Features: Multiple Locations, Sink
Roofing Information
- Slate
Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Radiant
- Cooling: Central Air
- WaterSource: Public
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 1904
Exterior Features
- Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, In Ground Pool, Storms/Screens, Breezeway, Workshop
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Dimensions: 378100
- Lot Description: Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden, Outdoor Lighting, Views, Sidewalks, Streetlights, Wood Fence
- Lot Acres: 8.68
Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Style: Georgian
- Sub Type: Detached Single
- Type Detached: 3 Stories
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Listing Information
Listing Price Information
- Original List Price: $14975000
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $122552.7
- Tax Year: 2023
- Parcel Number: 12341010200000
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Virtual Tour
Parking Information
- Total Parking: 36
- Driveway, Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Carriage House, Motorized Gate, Rear/Side Entry
Homeowners Association Information
- Included Fees: None
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School, Utilities &Location Details
School Information
- Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
- Junior High School: Deer Path Middle School
- Senior High School: Lake Forest High School
Location Information
- City: Lake Forest
- Direction: Sheridan Road south of Deerpath Road east on Rosemary to property.
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is a Home, with 8 bedrooms which is for sale, it has 11,787 sqft, 9 sized lot, and 6 parking. A comparable Home, has bedrooms and baths, it was built in and is located at and for sale by its owner at . This home is located in the city of Lake Forest , in zip code 60045, this Lake County Home and are nearby neighborhoods.