472 E Westleigh Road

Freshly painted foyer, living & dining rooms, and second-floor hallway. Graciously proportioned and meticulously maintained 3,500 sq ft colonial, sited on a prime 1-acre parcel. The property features English gardens, a verdant lawn, gorgeous woodlands, a walking path with a bridge, and an adorable outdoor shed. This private cul-de-sac is centrally located one mile from downtown Lake Forest (sidewalks to town), north of Westleigh Road, and east of Green Bay Road. Enter to find beautifully scaled rooms, oak hardwood floors, windows galore, and an overall high level of finish. The spacious (front to back) living room with floor-to-ceiling windows has a wood-burning fireplace with marble surround, pretty crown moldings, and oak hardwood floors. The elegant dining room features oak hardwood floors, crown moldings, and tall windows that invite beautiful views of the front yard. The inviting family room has beamed ceilings, wood paneling, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and a wet bar. A sliding glass door opens to the paver patio. The spacious kitchen features white cabinetry, granite counters, and a large eating area with a sliding glass door for easy access to the patio. Adjacent to the kitchen is a first-floor laundry/mud room with a large coat closet. The first floor includes a guest (5th) bedroom/home office. There are four bedrooms and two baths on the second level. The expansive primary bedroom has a customized walk-in closet and updated en suite bathroom. There are three additional generously proportioned bedrooms with large closets. The basement is mostly finished with a large rec room, game room, and wet bar. A utility room houses a sump pump with battery backup, a NEW dual-zone HVAC system (11/22), and a water heater. Every inch of this home is spotless and ready for you! Metra commuting options, bike trails, beach access, Starbucks, and great restaurants are all nearby.