Lake Forest, IL 60045

Handsome All brick 5 bedroom Georgian with unobstructed pond views, 9 foot ceilings, and a side-load 3-car garage, ideally situated in the sought after Ponds neighborhood with sidewalks, walking paths, fishing, and direct access to Waveland Park. From the moment you step into the magnificent two-story foyer, it is clear this home is something special. Flanking the entry are a gracious living room with a marble fireplace and an impressive dining room, perfect for hosting family and friends. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen features a large island, new stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a sunlit breakfast area where everyone will love to gather. Just beyond, the inviting family room offers a dramatic floor-to-ceiling fireplace, soaring 20 foot ceilings, and sliding doors that open to the deck and fabulous yard. Ideally positioned off the kitchen, overlooking the family room and connecting to the first-floor office, is an exceptional butler's pantry. A first-floor laundry room, powder room, and four generous closets offering an abundance of storage complete the main level. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with stunning sunset views over the pond. Three additional spacious bedrooms with double closets, an open loft, and renewed hall bath with double sinks and tub/shower complete the second floor. The finished basement provides wonderful space for every lifestyle, featuring a recreation room, game room, exercise room, fifth bedroom, and full bath. Among the many new improvements in 2025: new water heater, new double ovens, entire interior freshly painted, updated baths with new sinks, faucets, counters and painted cabinets, new lighting, tuckpointing 2024: new refrigerator, dishwasher. Additional improvements include: new sump pump with battery back up, exterior trim painted, kitchen cabinets painted, new hardware, plantation shutters, new window openers and locks, and washer and dryer and refinished hardwood floors.