440 E Illinois Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045

Wow! No expense was spared on this amazing, complete renovation including large addition in 2012, capturing the essence of new construction and all the amenities today's buyers are looking for. Sought after East Lake Forest location just blocks from town, train, shopping, restaurants, Lake Forest beach and college. Rich hardwood floors, high ceilings, extensive mill-work, custom lighted built-in glass china cabinets, surround sound, 5 bedrooms, 4.1 baths, 4 fireplaces, plantation shutters, elegant custom lighting, generator, underground sprinkler system, front porch, Trex deck, 2 paver brick patios, 1st floor laundry with dumbwaiter, and the list goes on! Cooks will love the designer white kitchen which features high-end appliances, expansive Carrara marble island with 2nd sink and breakfast bar, large walk-in pantry, eating area with built-in banquet and hidden built-in planning desk with locking file drawers. Relax in your serene master suite with gas fireplace, tray ceiling, luxury bathroom including dual head steam shower & separate spa soaking tub, radiant heated floors and large custom walk-in California closet.The open kitchen/great room layout with 3 sets of sliders to the outdoor deck and patios make entertaining easy and fun! Walkout lower level includes a family room, kitchenette, exercise room, mudroom with lockers & radiant heated floor, bedroom & bath. Oversize 2.5 car garage with Bessler stairs for tons of storage. Beautiful extra deep terraced yard is professionally landscaped with perennials and surrounded by trees for privacy. A rare find at an incredible value!