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$4.45M Lake Forest Home a Florence Villa

This nearly four-acre property offers views of ravines, manicured landscaping, a soaring bridle staircase, expansive library, a gourmet kitchen and fireplaces.

From elegant and stately mansions to modern, environmentally-friendly abodes, the North Shore is full of one-of-a-kind homes.

Each week, Patch features one ‘Wow House’ that catches our attention. This week, it's a $4.45 million elegant Lake Forest mansion.

Modeled after a villa in Florence, this home offers views of ravines, manicured landscaping, a soaring bridle staircase, expansive library, gourmet kitchen, luxurious master suite, magnificent fireplaces, Tiffany windows, home theater, wine cellar and coach house. It is located at 1000 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest.

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