BEDS5
BATHS6 full 3 partial
SQUARE FEET7,280
MLS#12552017
STATUSContingent
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SCHOOLDistrict 115
Property Description
A Quintessential Lake Forest Manor with Storied Legacy and Timeless Elegance. Perched on 2.5 acres along Lake Road, this iconic Lake Forest estate offers a rare blend of architectural pedigree, historical significance, and modern refinement. Originally designed in 1907 by renowned architect Howard Van Doren Shaw for Helen Poole Thompson, the home stands as a testament to early 20th-century craftsmanship and design. The original landscape was masterfully envisioned by Charles Platt and Rose Standish Nichols, later reimagined by celebrated garden designer Rosemary Verey, and meticulously maintained by Craig Bergmann. The result is an extraordinary harmony between house and garden, where every view is artfully framed. Inside, the 7,700 sq ft residence is rich with character and sophistication. Signature features include a paneled wood living room imported from France, limestone floors in the grand entrance hall, and a stunning garden room with panoramic views of the south lawn. Original French doors, restored with brass cremone bolts, offer historic charm with modern functionality. A comprehensive renovation in 1989 by Colfax and Fowler introduced thoughtful additions including a billiards room, family room, and an attached two-car garage. The kitchen, breakfast room, and butler's pantry were fully updated with custom cabinetry and hand-scraped pine floors by Van Krumpen Woodworks, blending warmth with luxury. Upstairs, the second floor offers five bedrooms, an office, and five bathrooms, all elegantly updated to maintain a timeless appeal. In 2010, Liederbach and Graham added a stunning architectural feature: a replica of Samuel McIntire's Massachusetts Folly, complete with a kitchen, 1/2 bath, and a versatile second-floor living space ideal as an office or studio. Overlooking the inground pool and tennis court, the Folly is equipped with geothermal heating for year-round comfort. Completing the estate is a charming coach house with an additional two-car garage, living room, bedroom, bath, and kitchen-perfect for guests or extended family. This is more than a home-it's a legacy property, meticulously maintained and thoughtfully enhanced for modern living. A true once-in-a-lifetime offering in Lake Forest.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 6
Garage: 4
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Geothermal
Lot Size: 2.50 Acres
Roof Type: Slate
Taxes: $87,822
Year Built: 1912
Amenities
Wet Bar
Historic/Period Mlwk
Special Millwork
Feature Descriptions
Additional rooms: Bedroom 5,Den, Office, Game Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room
Additional Structures: Guest House, Pool House, Second Garage
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Separate Shower
Dining Room: Separate
Exterior: Brick
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Den/Library, Dining Room
Laundry: Upper Level
Lot: Corner Lot
Lot Dimensions: 127x 104x264x399x138x191x178
Parcel#: 12282070190000
Parking: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Total Rooms: 13
Township: Shields
Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Room Sizes
Bedroom 5: 22X15
Den: 18X16
Office: 15X13
Game Room: 22X15
Foyer: 28X21
Breakfast Room: 15X11
Bedroom 2: 18X13
Bedroom 3: 19X14
Bedroom 4: 16X13
Dining Room: 22X20
Family Room: 26X25
Kitchen: 22X19
Laundry: 8X8
Living Room: 31X19
Primary Bedroom: 31X17
Local Schools
High School: Lake Forest High School
Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
School District: District 115
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Compass
Agency Phone: 847-416-0446
Shown By
Agency Title: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Crosby Starck Real Estate
Agency Phone: 815-397-4040
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788 E Woodland Road | MLS# 12552017
This single family home located at 788 E Woodland Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $6,250,000. This property was built in 1912 and has 5 bedrooms and 6 full and 3 partial baths with 7280 sq. ft. E Woodland Road is located within the District 115 school district. Search Lake Forest real estate on www.bhhscrosby.com today.