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5 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,239 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 05/04/2022
Key Details
Sold Price $1,810,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,239 sqft
Price per Sqft $290
Subdivision Meadowood
MLS Listing ID 11363010
Sold Date 05/04/22
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1928
Annual Tax Amount $25,602
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 0.820 Acres
Lot Dimensions 93X47X89X25X116X240X72X61X139
Property Description
A rare opportunity to own a unique and one-of-a-kind home, the majestic centerpiece of historic Meadowood Farm, the Dairy Barn. This spectacular home, full of charm and character was converted to residential use in the late 1950's and the gorgeous exterior has been maintained to perfection with an enchanting old world look of stone, brick, copper and a cedar shake roof to highlight its exceptional appeal. The Meadowood Farm community is a re-creation of a 16th century French Normandy farm designed by architect Ralph Varney, commissioned in the 1920s by Clifford Milton Leonard, a successful businessman and WWI soldier. The home's interior has an open flowing floor plan lovingly updated for today's lifestyle. The current owners have made significant improvements to the features and mechanics of the property. Multiple entrances invite you into the circular design of the home with living room and dining room filled with natural light and a chic, sophisticated library. An updated white chef's kitchen with travertine flooring, quartzite counters, modern tile backsplash and featuring a La Cornue range and Sub Zero refrigerator is ready for the most discerning cook. A private first floor primary suite offers two walk in closets and a gorgeous updated bath with dual vanity, soaking tub, steam shower and private water closet. Another large bedroom and updated full bath complete the first floor. The special attached silo with three levels of living provides birds eye views over Lake Forest. The center of the second floor features the original and amazingly beautiful round 60 foot diameter hay loft dome. The second floor, in addition to the dome, has two large bedrooms and another renovated full bath in one wing and a one bedroom apartment with a large living area, kitchen and full bath, with a separate entrance and parking, in the other wing, great for in-law, au pair, etc. Large and gracious living spaces and smaller intimate spaces create a home that is perfect for entertaining and for everyday living. Hardwood floors, 18 inch thick walls, spiral staircases, exposed brick walls, and numerous design and architectural details make this a treat for the eyes and the senses. Inviting .8 acre professionally landscaped west facing yard with swimming pool is the ideal retreat. Enjoy living in your own one-of-a kind masterpiece that merges the past and the present. Located just a short walk to Lake Forest Open Lands, Elawa Farm, and the walking and biking trails of Middlefork Savannah. Close to schools, train and all that Lake Forest has to offer.
Location
State IL
County Lake
Area Lake Forest
Rooms
Basement None
Interior
Interior Features Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating Forced Air, Steam, Baseboard, Radiant, Other
Cooling Central Air, Partial, Space Pac
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas Log
Fireplace Y
Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio, In Ground Pool
Parking Features Attached
Garage Spaces 2.0
Roof Type Shake
Building
Lot Description Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Landscaped
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan, Public
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Everett Elementary School
Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School
High Schools Lake Forest High School
School District 67 , 67, 115
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany
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