111 N Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

$7,000,000 Asking Price

7 beds
7 baths
7,149  sqft
Built in 1914

Rare opportunity to own this beautiful lakefront home on over 4 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!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Built-in Features, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Ceiling - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Pantry, Plaster
Rooms:
Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Foyer, Game Room, Library, Office
Master Bath:
Separate Shower,Double Sink
Appliances:
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Basement:
Full, Walkout
A/C:
Partial, Space Pac
Heating:
Natural Gas, Steam, Radiant
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Fireplaces: 6
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Brick, Patio, Brick Paver Patio
Style:
Traditional
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 1

Construction

Roofing:
Slate
General:
3 Stories, Concrete Perimeter

Location

HOA Amenities:
Lake, Water Rights, Street Lights, Street Paved, Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
67
County:
Lake

Lot

Zoning:
12344010030000

Utilities

Utilities:
200+ Amp Service
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
@properties Christie's International Real Estate, Ann Lyon

About Lake Forest, IL

Housing

Number of Units
8,051
Median Home Value
$804,554
Median Rent
$1,603

15.54% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.67% are vacant.

Commute

Car
41.71%
Public Transportation
8.26%
Walk to Work
2.20%
Work from Home
46.14%
Other
1.11%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
20,699
Median Age
47.20
Median Household Size
2.67

Education

High School
6.26%
Associate’s Degree
3.18%
Bachelor’s Degree
39.38%
Graduate Degree
40.33%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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