spectacular Lake Forest estate
Opportunity of a lifetime to own this spectacular Lake Forest estate, completed in 2019, spanning over 5.27 acres with 570 feet of Lake Michigan frontage with a protected cove beach, two boat launches, a fabulous pool, spa, boathouse and garage space for 22 cars. Taking almost four years to build, this magnificent home boasts 10,000 square feet of sophisticated and luxurious living space above grade, 5,000 square feet of exquisitely finished lower-level space and 6,000 square feet of beautifully finished lower level garage space for 16 cars, with elevator access to all four levels. As you enter the grounds of this breathtaking estate, there is a circular stone drive that leads to the stone forecourt with two, three-car garages and a driveway to the underground 16-car garage, all with snow melt systems. This stone and brick home has a slate roof with custom copper gutters and downspouts, Marvin windows & doors, high ceilings, custom designer lighting, smart house technology, geothermal heating and cooling w/ radiant heat floors on all 4 levels, and a back staircase with access to all levels. The outdoor amenities are beyond compare, including a pool with deck jets, diving board and under water speakers, a spa with a fountain and two fire bowls, an outdoor kitchen and bluestone terraces with three loggias, one with a TV and fireplace. The custom 3.5-inch-thick white oak front door with sidelights and artistic wrought iron detail opens to the foyer with limestone floors and 8 custom, concealed wood paneled closets. The handsome library with walnut bookshelves, library ladder, intricate millwork, and fireplace has French doors that open to the back loggia with panoramic views of the lake and access to the northern three-car garage with separate loggia. The east loggia connects to the living room and overlooks the pool, expansive grounds and Lake Michigan. The living room opens to the elegant dining room, which is adjacent to the breakfast room and exquisite Christopher Peacock kitchen and butler's pantry with white high gloss cabinetry w/ walnut interiors, and thick quartzite countertops. The massive island has Bahia granite countertops, refrigerator drawers and seating for 4. La Cornue, Miele and Sub-Zero appliances complete this gourmet kitchen which is open to the stunning family room. The exquisite staircase to the second floor is oval with custom wrought iron railings that blend utter sophistication with today's living. The luxurious primary suite has incredible views of the lake with French doors accessing a private blue stone balcony. The suite contains two separate custom closets with designer lighting, two linen closets, and a wet bar. The primary bathroom has a large frameless steam shower with lovely soaking tub that overlook the lake with two separate custom vanities with indirect cove lighting accenting the gold leaf barrel vault ceiling. En-suite bedrooms 2, 3, and 4 have wide plank hardwood floors, gorgeous bathrooms and access to a secondary balcony on the east side of the home with 180-degree views of the lake. Bedroom 5 has a wonderful balcony with sunset views, 2 custom closets and a fabulous bathroom w/ separate tub and shower. The huge laundry room with three washing machines and three dryers completes the second floor. The lower level has one additional bedroom currently used as a gym, a phenomenal theatre room that seats 16, an incredibly luxurious spa room with a large RIVA jetted tub with rain shower above, fireplace, steam shower and sauna, a lounge with an expansive custom designed wet bar, outstanding wine cellar with views of the 16-car garage, a billiards room and second family room with fireplace. Drive through the gated southern entrance down to the boathouse or use the opulent historic monumental staircase, enjoying the details of the historic grand marble fountain and stairs to the boathouse from the original Harold F. and Edith Rockefeller McCormick estate. Enjoy luxurious lakefront living at its best in this breathtaking legacy property with the highest level of custom designer finishes available today!