Welcome to luxurious living in beautiful Lake Forest! This impeccably appointed custom home contains a wealth of high-end materials and touches that must be seen and felt to be fully appreciated. Current owners have invested $500,000 over the past 4 years in new upgrades and updates to this gorgeous French Provincial construction that offers over 6,300 in living space and a half acre of property to enjoy. Featuring the latest in smart home tech combined with the elegance of the most luxurious quality materials available, this home has it all. Even the hand split cedar roof is brand new featuring heavy grade premium shake and a 40 yr warranty. Throughout the five bedrooms and six bathrooms, you will be surrounded by the highest grade appliances, custom mill work, cabinetry, and hardwood. Soaring ceiling heights throughout all levels give the sensation of even more space and comfort. Work remotely in style with an executive office that just makes you feel more productive. The master suite is truly an adult retreat with a beautiful view of the grounds, a remote controlled gas fireplace, a spa-style bathroom featuring a soaker jacuzzi tub, a walk in shower with body jets, steam, and sound, and incredible closet space with California closet organization systems. The stunning basement features high ceilings and was completely renovated in 2017 with a new bathroom, flooring, and ceiling throughout. Tons of space for play, a theater space, a guest bedroom and full bath are perfect for a live-in nanny, a workout room, a gas fireplace and lots of storage complete the basement level. Featuring a show stopping backyard space including natural cleft bluestone patio, outdoor kitchen and a stunning limestone fireplace capped with custom copper work, the entertaining options are endless. Unwind in a resort style space surrounded with lush professional gardens that are nourished with an irrigation system. Extensive landscape lighting features and beautiful Kichler lanterns illuminate the grounds during the evening to create incredible ambience. Nestled in the sought after Arbor Ridge community, this incredibly built custom home gives you immediate access to the best the North Shore has to offer. The school district is as good as it gets with highly rated Everett Elementary just a few steps down the path. Get the walkability of the city (just 8 min to the Telegraph Train Station and a stones throw to beautiful parks, playgrounds, tennis courts, restaurants, shopping, and services) with the comfort, safety, and tranquility of the suburbs. The exclusive Lake Forest Beachfront affords access to quiet enjoyment of beautiful Lake Michigan with sandy beaches and expansive green space to enjoy summer while perhaps practicing for a race with the nationally ranked sailing program. Transport yourself to the countryside as you ride your bike or stroll through the many amazing paths and trails of the Open Lands and Forest Preserve District. Elawa Farms, Middlefork Savanna, and Captain Wright Woods are all reached via well maintained biking trails accessed from this neighborhood. Even your drive to the shopping center meanders peacefully through preserved woods and past the historic Adlai Stevenson home. The fire department is just 0.2 miles away, while all around are incredible conveniences like the beautiful development at Melody Farms including Whole Foods Market and trendy restaurants, the Mettawa Costco, Conway Farms Country Club, Halas Hall, and easy access to I-94 and 294 for quick access to downtown and the airport. This home features a beautiful synthetic stucco siding that offers timeless beauty combined with maintenance free protection and phenomenal insulation.