




285 W Westminster, Lake Forest, IL, 60045
About This Home
Newly priced at $3,900,000, this rare offering in one of Lake Forest's most desired locations features over two private acres with exceptional resort-style amenities. Designed for an active lifestyle, this property offers a seamless balance of recreation, relaxation, and refined living. Bordering Lake Forest Open Lands' Derwen Mawr preserve, it provides direct access to miles of scenic trails, all within walking distance to schools, downtown Lake Forest and the beach. This three-story brick home offers over 8,000 square feet of living space, blending timeless architecture with modern comfort. It features 7 bedrooms and 7.1 baths including five en-suite bedrooms on the second floor and a beautifully expanded primary suite with a spa-quality marble bath. The third floor features a spacious family room, additional bedroom, and full bath ideal for guests or a teen retreat. The dramatic great room showcases vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, creating an ideal setting for everyday living or entertaining, while the bar opens directly to the rear terrace and pool for seamless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. Additional updates include a two-story foyer with raised ceiling and custom staircase, updated baths throughout, graceful archways that enhance the open floor plan, a new roof with copper gutters, and thoughtfully designed exterior improvements. Outdoor amenities include a heated, year-round pool with diving board, tennis/sport court, children's playhouse, and expansive lawns framed by mature landscaping. A spacious four-car attached garage is complemented by a three-room apartment above, offering comfortable accommodations for guests, extended family, or live-in help. This exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy luxury living in one of the North Shore's more desirable settings.
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Materials
- Roof: Shake
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: English
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,High End Refrigerator,Freezer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Wine Refrigerator,Cooktop,Oven,Range Hood,Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Electric Oven,Humidifier,Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry features: Upper Level,Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,In Unit,Laundry Closet,Multiple Locations,Sink
Bar Entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12X10
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Egress Window,Concrete,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Third
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20X15
Family Room
- Features: Flooring (Parquet),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 432
- Dimensions: 24X18
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Wet Bar,In-Law Floorplan,1st Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,High Ceilings,Beamed Ceilings,Open Floorplan,Special Millwork,Cocktail Lounge,Granite Counters,Health Facilities,Separate Dining Room,Paneling,Pantry,Workshop
- Door features: French Doors,Storm Door(s),Pocket Door(s),6 Panel Door(s)
- Window features: Screens,Skylight(s),Window Treatments,Drapes,Blinds,Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows,Wood Frames,Some Wood Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Gas Log,Gas Starter,Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other,Bedroom,Den/Library,Great Room,Kitchen
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Finished
- Finished area below ground: 1,505
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18X12
Great Room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Third
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19X13
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Zoned,Radiant Floor
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 9,677
- Total interior livable area: 8,135 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Granite Counters,Pantry,Updated Kitchen),Flooring (Parquet),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 418
- Dimensions: 22X19
Kitchen2Nd
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Insulated Windows,Palladian Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 1184
- Dimensions: 37X32
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows),Bathroom (Full,Double Sink,Tub & Separate Shwr,Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18X15
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 24X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14X12
Recreation Room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 756
- Dimensions: 28X27
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 12322010330000
- Special condition: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable,Ceiling Fan(s),Sump Pump,Sprinkler-Lawn,Generator
Features
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: In Ground
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
Lot
- Lot size: 2.02 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Cul-De-Sac,Forest Preserve Adjacent,Nature Preserve Adjacent,Landscaped,Wooded,Mature Trees,Backs to Trees/Woods,Garden
- Lot size dimensions: 210x490.13x150.27x486.48
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Asphalt,Brick Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Enclosed,Additional Parking,Storage,Owned
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
