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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate

405 N Mayflower Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Sold: 5000000

Sold on: Aug 28th, 2020

$ Per Square Foot: $204

Sold: 5000000

Sold on: Aug 28th, 2020

$ Per Square Foot: $204

BEDS10 BATHS11 full 4 partial SQUARE FEET24,500 MLS#10015247

STATUSSold PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SCHOOL115

Property Description

Set on over 5 private acres with approximately 400'of beach is Illinois' most architecturally significant estate on Lake Michigan, Mayflower Place, which hosted royalty several times in its history. This estate was meticulously renovated & restored in 1987 & 1988 by 70 craftsmen and European artists. The superior construction and level of intricate hand-carved architectural details and finishes rival the grand estates on the east coast. Built of durable materials, this concrete and brick structure features hand-carved limestone, monumental limestone stairs, fountains and balustrades, exquisite plaster relief ceilings, a slate roof w/ decorative copper details & scuppers, & leaded glass windows w/ limestone surrounds. Enjoy over 400' of Lakefront, 28 rms/12 beds/11.4 baths and 11 exquisite fireplaces. An opportunity of a lifetime! One must see it to grasp its beauty & truly appreciate the level of detail rarely seen today & impossible to replicate. Truly spectacular in every way! One-of-a-kind

Property Features

Basement: Yes

Basement: Full

Cooling: Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned

Days on Market: 778

Fireplaces: 9

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned

Lot Size: 5.40 Acres

Roof Type: Slate

Year Built: 1917

Amenities

Bar-Wet

Elevator

Hardwood Floors

Second Floor Laundry

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 10, Breakfast Room, Exercise Room, Library, Recreation Room

Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Disposal, Trash Compactor

Association Includes: None

Bath Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink

Dining Room: Separate

Exterior: Brick, Stone

Fireplace: Wood Burning

Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Lot: Beach, Lake Front, Landscaped, Water Rights, Mature Trees

Lot Dimensions: 235224

Other Equipment: Humidifier, Central Vacuum, TV-Cable, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Generator

Parcel#: 12341030490000

Parking: Side Apron, Driveway

Security: yes

Sewer: Public Sewer

Total Rooms: 18

Township: Shields

Water: Public

Local Schools

High School: Lake Forest High School

Middle School: Deer Path Middle School

Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School

School District: 115

Listed By / Sold By

Listed By

Agency Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agency Phone: 847-234-2500

Shown By

Agency Title: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate
Agency Phone: 815-397-4040

Sold By

Agency Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agency Phone: 847-234-2500
Agent Name: Ann Lyon

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