1380 Elm Tree

Lake Forest, IL 60045

This 1870s vintage home in coveted East Lake Forest location just one block from the Lake has been meticulously and lovingly updated top to bottom with the highest level of finish. You will find high ceilings, period details, and a gorgeous piece of property! The foyer with two chandeliers welcomes you into the gracious home with original, wide staircase, and opens to the living room with beautiful moldings, large fireplace, and French doors to the bluestone patio with fountain. The gourmet kitchen features all the bells and whistles including Carerra marble counters and subway tile backsplash, a fabulous La Cornue range, dual dishwashers and a hammered nickel bar sink all open to the sunny breakfast room and second family room. The large, primary family room with fireplace has a wet bar with bar fridge and a wall of built-in shelving for your library. All four bedrooms enjoy their own en suite bathrooms and all the baths have been updated with gorgeous marble vanities and tile work - all complimentary to the vintage of the home. The master bath enjoys an Urban Archaeology Marble Victorian double sink with Carrara marble, beautiful mosaic tile, a lovely tub, and large walk-in shower. You will also find four fireplaces, two staircases, two powder rooms, first floor laundry, and a three car garage. A complete and comprehensive home remodel and update was completed in 2010, with new roof in 2018, and new air conditioner in 2019. The deep lot is beautifully landscaped and enjoys bluestone patio and walkways, new driveway, and invisible dog fence. This is a lovely vintage home in a superior location that is in perfect, move-in condition.