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Listed by Marina Carney • Compass

$7,495,000

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5 Beds

7.5 Baths

7,280 SqFt

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788 E Woodland Road Lake Forest, IL 60045

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 7,280 sqft

Price per Sqft $1,029

MLS Listing ID 12468415

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 6

Half Baths 3

Year Built 1907

Annual Tax Amount $87,822

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 2.500 Acres

Lot Dimensions 127x 104x264x399x138x191x178

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

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.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Full

Interior

Interior Features Wet Bar, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Geothermal

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 6

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Laundry Upper Level

Exterior

Garage Spaces 4.0

View Y/N true

Roof Type Slate

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot

Story 3 Stories

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

Structure Type Brick

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Sheridan 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