930 Rosemary Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
$14,975,000
Price
8
Beds
8
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
11,787 Sq. Ft.
$1,270 / Sq. Ft.
11,787
Sq. Ft.
$1,270
per Sq. Ft.
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Description
Once in a lifetime opportunity to own one of the most coveted estates in the Midwest with a main house, attached coachhouse, guest house, pool, pool house, conservatory, and awe-inspiring gardens with 21 "rooms" spanning almost 9 acres, near Lake Michigan! This magnificent brick Georgian home was designed by noted architect Benjamin H. Marshall in 1904. He was an influential Chicago architect of the roaring 20's, most remembered for designing the Drake Hotel. The house was built for Mr. and Mrs....Once in a lifetime opportunity to own one of the most coveted estates in the Midwest with a main house, attached coachhouse, guest house, pool, pool house, conservatory, and awe-inspiring gardens with 21 "rooms" spanning almost 9 acres, near Lake Michigan! This magnificent brick Georgian home was designed by noted architect Benjamin H. Marshall in 1904. He was an influential Chicago architect of the roaring 20's, most remembered for designing the Drake Hotel. The house was built for Mr. and Mrs. John T. Pirie. Mr. Pirie was president and heir to Carson, Pirie Scott & Company. The current owners purchased the estate from Laurance H. Armour, Jr. in 1988. The facade of the house reflects the Prairie School of architecture, with its row of wide windows, portico and three-story gable, with an Italianate influence featuring Tuscan columns and bowed windows. The spectacular landscape was designed in the 1920's by Rose Standish Nichols. This fabulous estate includes a breathtaking expanse of bentgrass lawns, majestic trees and a series of 21 awe-inspiring outdoor "rooms," most of which were created by the current owners who engaged prominent landscape architects throughout the development of the gardens. After the current homeowners took possession in 1988, they proceeded with a decade long house and garden renovation and expansion of remarkable stewardship enhancing the property to its current state of splendor. In the mid 90's two neighboring properties on Mayflower were purchased allowing for the expansion of the gardens and the addition of the pool house, pool and guest house. They extended the gardens well beyond the historic landscape plan employing the highest quality and nationally recognized architectural and landscape professionals, preserving its historical character and recreating a classic Lake Forest estate. The expansion was the most important events in the history of local country places in 60 years and significantly elevated the architectural quality of this section of Mayflower Road. There is elevator access to all four levels of the main house. The landscape is the collaboration of many including Tom and Kirsten Beeby, New York Garden Estate Landscape Architect & Designer Deborah Nevins, and local landscape architects Frank Mariani, Craig Bergmann, and P. Clifford Miller. The most important influence was the owner's passion and creative talent for gardening, as well as their love of nature that was the driving force behind this extraordinary one-of-a-kind landscape. There is arguably no other property like this in the country with its array of captivating garden rooms, lush, wooded ravine garden, exquisite millefleur seasonal garden beds and long-term mixed plantings, perfectly manicured hedges, majestic trees, espalier trees, and captivating beauty at every turn that brings inner peace, inspiration and exuberance showing that even in Chicago's diverse climate it is possible to have a wonderful English garden. The owner's passion for gardening and beauty is evident throughout this magnificent, meticulously maintained estate. Incredibly rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind Country House era estate in the heart of east Lake Forest near Lake Michigan and all that downtown Lake Forest offers.
- Listed by Ann Lyon • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Property Details for 930 Rosemary Road
Area
Lake Forest
TownshipShields
OwnershipFee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces6.0
Num Of Parking Spaces36.0
Parking Included in PriceYes
Num of Interior Fireplaces7
Heat/FuelRadiant
LISTING UPDATED: 10/28/2024 03:13 PM
Property Details for 930 Rosemary Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 12131184 |
| Days on Market | 109 |
| Taxes | $122,553 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Detached Single / 3 Stories |
| Year Built | 1904 |
| Lot Size | 8.68 AC / 378,100 SF |
| County | Lake County |
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Building Information for 930 Rosemary Road
Stories-Year Built1904Building Size-Lot Size8.68 AC / 378,100 SF
Property Information for 930 Rosemary Road
General Information
School Information
- Elementary School District: 67
- Elementary School: Sheridan Elementary School
- Jr High Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School District: 115
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
- Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated, 7 Foot or more high garage door
- Garage On Site: true
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Type: Attached, Detached
- Parking: Garage, Space/s
- Parking Details: Driveway, Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Carriage House, Motorized Gate, Rear/Side Entry
- Parking On Site: true
- Parking Ownership: Owned
Location and General Information
- Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
- Association Fee Includes: None
- Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
- Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Ceilings - 9 Foot, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Some Insulated Wndws, Some Storm Doors, Some Wall-To-Wall Cp, Pantry
- Num Of Rooms: 17
- Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
- Door Features: French Doors,36" Minimum Entry Door,Panel Door(s),Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Window Features: Bay Window(s),Blinds,Display Window(s),Curtains/Drapes,Screens,Storm Window(s),Shades,Window Treatments,Greenhouse Windows,Palladian Windows,Some Wood Windows
- Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Attic: Dormer,Unfinished
- Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Accessible Shower,Steam Shower,Full Body Spray Shower,Double Shower
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Masonry, More than one
- Basement Type: Full
- Bedrooms Possible: 8
- Air Conditioning: Central Air
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Basement Description: Partially Finished, Exterior Access, Storage Space
- Dining Room: Separate
- Basement Bathrooms: Yes
- Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other,Bedroom,Den/Library,Hearth Room
- Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Breakfast Room, Den, Foyer, Gallery, Library, Office, Pantry, Storage, Heated Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
- Num of Baths: 8.2
Exterior Features
- Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
- Sewer: Sewer-Public
- Water: Public
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Disposal, Compactor-Trash, Range Hood, Other (Appliances), Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop
- Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Multiple Water Heaters, Security Cameras, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
- Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Pool In-Ground, Storms/Screens, Breezeway, Workshop
- New Construction YN: No
- Rebuilt: No
- Rehabilitated: No
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Age: 100+ Years
- Type Detached: 3 Stories
- Total Sq Ft: 0
- Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
- Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
- Lot Description: Irregular, Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Garden, Outdoor Lighting, Views, Sidewalks, Streetlights, Wood Fence
- Lot Size: 8.0-9.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 378100
- Other Structures: Greenhouse, Guest House, Pergola, Pool House, Second Residence, Garage(s), See Remarks, Storage, Utility Building(s)
- Waterfront: No
- Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
- Driveway: Asphalt,Brick,Gravel,Side Drive
- Exterior Building Type: Brick
- Roof Type: Slate
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access,Historical District
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
- Public Document Count: 0
- Photos Count: 84
- Rural: N
- OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
- Virtual Tour: None
- Virtual Tour YN: No
- Virtual Tour Date: 09-10-2024
- Virtual Tour URLUnbranded: https://player.vimeo.com/video/1001310553
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
- Master Bedroom Level: Second
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Curbless/Roll in Shower
- Master Bedroom Dimensions: 26X21
Bedroom #2 Information
- 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 19X17
Bedroom #3 Information
- 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom #4 Information
- 4th Bedroom Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom #5 Information
- 5th Bedroom Level: Third
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 27X17
Bedroom #6 Information
- 6th Bedroom Level: Third
- Room Type: Bedroom 6
- Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 29X29
Bedroom #7 Information
- 7th Bedroom Level: Third
- Room Type: Bedroom 7
- Bedroom #7 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #8 Information
- 8th Bedroom Level: Second
- Room Type: Bedroom 8
- Bedroom #8 Room Dimensions: 16X10
Dining Room Information
- Dining Room Level: Main
- RoomType_DR: Dining Room
- Dining Room Dimensions: 24X20
Family Room Information
- Family Room Level: Main
- RoomType_FR: Family Room
- Family Room Dimensions: 18X14
Kitchen Information
- Kitchen Level: Main
- RoomType_KT: Kitchen
- Kitchen Dimensions: 22X16
Laundry Information
- Laundry Level: Second
- Room Type: Laundry
- Laundry Dimensions: 13X6
Living Room Information
- Living Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
- Living Room Dimensions: 44X22
Foyer Information
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Foyer
- Deck Dimensions: 22X19
Office Information
- Room Level: Third
- Room Type: Office
- Deck Dimensions: 18X9
Heated Sun Room Information
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Heated Sun Room
- Deck Dimensions: 23X17
Den Information
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Den
- Deck Dimensions: 22X22
Breakfast Room Information
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Deck Dimensions: 20X18
Library Room Information
- Room Level: Second
- Room Type: Library
- Deck Dimensions: 20X17
Property History for 930 Rosemary Road
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 930 Rosemary Road
Taxable ValueLand$803,412Additions$478,383Total$1,281,795
Tax Record2023$74,467 ($6,206 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths7.5Total Finished SqFt10,929 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt10,929 SqFtStories2Lot Size208,696 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912CountyLAKEAPN12-34-101-020Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 930 Rosemary Road
This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 4 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 6 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sheridan Elementary School PublicPK to 4 | ||
Deer Path Middle School East Public5 to 6 | ||
Deer Path Middle School West Public7 to 8 | ||
Lake Forest High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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