1085 Ringwood

Lake Forest, IL 60045

Set behind a circular drive with gated entry on a lush, wooded acre, this exceptional English all brick home built by Gene Martin features exquisite attention to detail inside and out with high ceilings, beautiful mill work and custom cabinetry throughout. Enter through a stately mahogany door to a bright two story foyer with dramatic staircase. Gorgeous living room with fireplace spans the width of the house and leads to the handsome mahogany paneled library with built-ins that facilitates the work from home lifestyle. Perfect for entertaining, the well appointed dining room features large windows to bring the outside in and is adjacent to the gourmet kitchen featuring high end appliances, center island with breakfast bar and large eating area graced by a charming fireplace. Just off the kitchen, the spacious family room with inviting fireplace and adjacent sunny sitting room surrounded by floor to ceiling windows overlooks the great private backyard. First floor laundry/mudroom is ideally located just off the kitchen, close to the 3 car garage entry. Completing the first level are two powder rooms and a convenient back staircase. The second floor offers an idyllic primary suite with high ceilings and tons of natural light, spa like bath and generous walk-in closet. The four additional bedrooms, all en-suite offer ample space for everybody. The lower level has great ceiling height and features a large rec room, 6th bedroom or office and full bath, kitchenette area and storage galore. Tucked in off a picturesque street in a coveted East Lake Forest location, this lovely home is a rare find.