Description
Designed by renowned architect David Poulton and constructed by Provencal Builders, this esteemed 2001 estate is sited on 2.3 acres in beautiful Lake Forest. Enter the private gate to find a peaceful and comfortable retreat that is close to town, parks, trails, beach, and some of the best public and private schools in the nation. The interior showcases a well-crafted floor plan with smooth flow, tall windows and doors, wide hallways, impressive site lines and clean monochromatic palette. Step into the foyer and note the pristine marble floors with intricate leaf patterned border, a floating staircase with custom wrought iron balustrades, 12' ceilings, and round pillars that support the open floor plan resulting in a fabulous transfer of natural light. The foyer opens to the oval formal dining room, powder room and gracious living room with stone fireplace. Work from home in the expansive library with north, south and east exposures. There are mahogany built-ins and an exquisite carved marble fireplace mantel. The light and bright kitchen is truly a chef's dream with top appliances (SubZero, Thermador, Bosch, Dacor, Gaggenau) that include beverage refrigerators and warming drawers. It has a functional island with seating, a peninsula with seating, abundant cabinetry, and eating area that opens to the relaxing family room. Intricate millwork in the family room includes beautiful cherry doors that close over the high definition TV, and a cherry/marble custom wet bar. The stone fireplace and tall windows with transoms (3 exposures) complete the room. Upstairs, the ceilings are 10'. There is a large loft/evening family room, primary bedroom suite, meditation room, laundry room and 4 additional bedrooms. The luxurious primary bedroom suite has a plush sleeping room, sitting room with fireplace with gorgeous mantel and bar, two customized walk-in closets and marble bathroom with two private WC's. The rear staircase provides easy access to all levels, while the basement houses a golf practice range, 6th bedroom suite, an unfinished game room and roughed-in elevator shaft. Mechanical systems are sophisticated and well maintained. This home includes a back-up generator and Lutron lighting system. There are so many more wonderful amenities! See for yourself, this outstanding Lake Forest custom home!
