Updated Home with Large Private Backyard in Whispering Oaks

USD $1,475,000
736 Morningside Drive, Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045, USA

Property Highlights

  • Updated chef's kitchen with high-end appliances
  • Spacious finished lower level with recreation areas
  • Large private backyard with stone patios
  • Hardwood and travertine flooring throughout
  • Primary suite with private balcony and spa bath
  • Attached 2.5 car garage with mudroom bench

Overview

Prepare to be impressed by this gorgeous updated and expanded 5-bedroom, 4-bath home in Whispering Oaks that offers almost 3,800 SF of elegant living above grade plus a lovely finished lower level! Features include a fabulous updated kitchen, beautifully renovated baths, rich hardwood and travertine floors, custom millwork, a spacious lower level, and a HUGE, private backyard. This home truly has it all! The gracious foyer includes lovely moldings and an elegant staircase, leading to a light-filled living room with a bay window, fireplace, and gleaming hardwood floors. The living room flows seamlessly into a stylish dining room adorned with a beautiful chandelier and plantation shutters. The chef's kitchen is a dream come true, showcasing a large center island, travertine floors, built-in desk, double sinks, high-end stainless steel appliances, and stunning backyard views through French doors. The adjacent family room features a stone-surround fireplace, custom built-ins, and plenty of room to relax and entertain. Upstairs, you will find an expansive second floor with hardwood floors throughout, 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 beautiful full bathrooms. The primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with its own private balcony, luxuriously updated spa-like bathroom with soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanities, walk-in closet, sitting area, and gorgeous views of the grounds. The lower level provides the perfect getaway, complete with recreation and gaming areas, a workout room/office, and plenty of storage. A spacious mudroom with built-in bench and a separate laundry area conveniently connect to the attached 2.5 car garage. Enjoy the spectacular backyard with a cedar fence for full privacy, professionally landscaped perennial gardens, and beautiful stone patios and walkways-perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. The home also features centralized wiring for network and audio/video, with ceiling and wall speakers in the kitchen and lower level. Wonderful new finishes, newer roof (2019) new electric car charger (2023), new water heater and recirculating pump (10/2021), two new sump pumps, (10/2021) HVAC (2019 for main unit), new washer and dryer (2024) and more! Located close to top-rated schools, the Metra train, beaches, and restaurants, this home combines luxury, comfort, and convenience. You'll be proud to call this house your home!
Show More Show Less

Property Features

736 Morningside Drive, Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045, USA offers the following features:

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4 Full
Living Area: 3778sf
Property Type: Residential
Status: Active Under Contract
Reference ID: 12503082

What's Nearby

Local businesses near 736 Morningside Drive, Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045, USA:

Gym: < 1 mile
Public Transportation: < 1 mile
School: < 1 mile
Hospital: 1.1 miles
Grocery/Shopping Center: 1.2 miles
Police Station: 1.6 miles

Map