Pending
255 N Green Bay Road
Lake Forest IL, 60045
$5,495,000
$366.33 per sqft
Pending
7 Beds
11 Baths
15,000 sqft
Residential
Built in 1934
Courtesy of Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Suffield House is considered one of renowned architect David Adler's most important country houses. A collaboration with his designer sister, Frances Adler Elkins, this 15,000 sqft residence completed in 1934 is on 5.4 acres in the heart of Lake Forest. Built for Mrs. J. Ogden "Lolita" Armour, the entrance is neo-Georgian while the rest of the 15,000 square foot home was designed in a classical French style. The brick is whitewashed, with the warmth of buff pink coming through. This home's interior is loaded with priceless, perfectly preserved architectural features, including imported English paneling, antique Chinese oil paintings, exotic marbles, ornate plaster moldings and decoration, original light fixtures, nine fireplaces (each more beautiful than the next), custom millwork, and a handsome Versailles patterned hardwood floor. This home was ahead of its time with features including a 4-stop passenger elevator and a sophisticated central heat and air conditioning system. Designed for entertaining on a grand scale, the main level has a series of exquisite formal rooms, supported by a service area that rivals the manor home in Downton Abbey with a butler's pantry, kitchen, breakfast room, silver vault, and a flower arranging room. On the second level are five en suite bedrooms, including a large primary suite, plus a 1,000 sqft 2 bedroom, 2 bath staff apartment. The top level offers potential for expansion with another 2-bedroom apartment, a large cedar closet, a gift-wrapping room, an exercise room, and storage. A spacious, paneled rec room with a fireplace is a surprise feature in the otherwise utilitarian basement, including a laundry center, vault, wine room, multiple storage rooms, and mechanicals. Recreational features include a beautiful pool, spa, and pool house with a great room, kitchen, dual baths, laundry, and a huge fenced backyard. The property also includes a carriage house that would make a great art studio, home office, or guest suite. Other features include a deep 4-car garage and storage facilities for landscaping equipment. Available for the first time in nearly 50 years, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional home by one of the most significant residential architects of all time!
12046235
MLSⓇ ID
May 3, 2024
Listed
August 23, 2024
Updated
Map
255 N Green Bay Road
Lake Forest IL, 60045
Interior Features
Bedrooms
7
Total Bathrooms
11
Full Bathrooms
8
Half Bathrooms
3
Interior Features
Skylight(s), Elevator, Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Historic/Period Mlwk, Paneling, Pantry, Workshop Area (Interior)
Appliances
Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Wood Burning
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air, Zoned
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2, Zoned
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
5.4 Acres
Exterior Features
Hot Tub, Brick Paver Patio, In Ground Pool
Lot Features
Fenced Yard, Golf Course Lot, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Garden
Architectual Style
French Provincial
Roof
Other
Sewer
Public Sewer
School Information
School District
67
High School
Lake Forest High School
Elementary School
Sheridan Elementary School
Other Property Details
Area Name
Lake Forest
Taxes
$99,583
Tax Frequency
Annually
Days on Market
71
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Total
10
View
No
County
Lake
Municipality
Shields
Water Source
Lake Michigan
Pool
Yes
Listing History
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
8/8/2024 | Pending | — |
7/13/2024 | Under contract | — |
Courtesy of Engel & Voelkers Chicago, Jennifer Ames,
Listing Contact: 773-797-9500
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