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579 Hathaway CIR Lake Forest, IL 60045

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,520 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,520 sqft

MLS Listing ID 12713116

Style Cottage

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1924

Annual Tax Amount $11,619

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 0.467 Acres

Lot Dimensions 35 X 84 X 76 X 108 X 161 X 162

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Nestled within the storybook setting of the historic Meadowwood Dairy Farm enclave, the picturesque "North Cottage" is an architectural treasure unlike anything else on the market. Beautifully restored and thoughtfully reimagined, this enchanting 1924 residence - listed on the National Register of Historic Places - offers the rare opportunity to own a home where history, craftsmanship, and modern luxury exist in perfect harmony. Originally envisioned by Clifford Milton Leonard following his travels through the dairy farms of Normandy, France, and masterfully designed by renowned architect Ralph Varney, the North Cottage is rich in architectural significance and timeless character. Steeped in nearly a century of history, every thoughtful detail reflects the romance of a bygone era while embracing the comfort, sophistication, and effortless livability expected by today's discerning buyer. The current owner has elevated this remarkable residence with more than $250,000 in carefully curated improvements, ensuring the home's next chapter is as exceptional as its first. A beautifully finished lower level significantly expands the home's living space and introduces a full bath, creating endless flexibility for recreation, wellness, guests, or entertaining. Outdoors, the property has been transformed into an intimate private retreat where a custom stone terrace, dramatic outdoor fireplace, luxurious sauna, and professionally designed landscaping invite quiet mornings, lively gatherings, and memorable evenings beneath the stars. Inside, gracious living spaces are bathed in natural light and thoughtfully designed to celebrate both the home's historic soul and contemporary lifestyle. Every improvement has been executed with an uncompromising commitment to quality, allowing the next owner to simply move in and enjoy a residence where timeless architecture has been seamlessly paired with modern comfort. Beyond the home itself, the Meadowood community offers one of Lake Forest's most idyllic settings, where winding tree-lined streets and beautifully preserved architecture create a neighborhood of enduring beauty and distinction. Just moments from award-winning schools, Market Square, Metra, Lake Michigan beaches, and miles of scenic trails and forest preserves, this is more than a home - it is a legacy property offering an extraordinary lifestyle in one of the North Shore's most coveted locations. Perfectly situated just moments from award-winning schools, downtown Lake Forest, Metra, scenic forest preserves, and the shores of Lake Michigan, this is an exceedingly rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant home that offers the best of both worlds - historic provenance and timeless character, paired with the extensive modern updates and amenities today's luxury buyer desires.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Community Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved

Rooms

Basement Partially Finished, Full

Interior

Interior Features Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator

Laundry In Unit

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

View Y/N true

Roof Type Shake

Building

Lot Description Landscaped

Story 2 Stories

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

Structure Type Brick,Cedar,Stone

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Everett Elementary School

Middle Schools Deer Path Middle School

High Schools Lake Forest High School

School District 67, 67, 115

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HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

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