530 Oak Knoll Drive Lake Forest IL 60045 MLS #MRD12547870

Striking Nantucket-style home set on a beautifully landscaped, private 1.5-acre lot in highly desirable Lake Forest, offering timeless curb appeal and a serene setting within the top ranked Lake Forest High School and Everett Elementary School district. A covered front porch and charming window boxes create a warm, welcoming first impression and classic North Shore appeal. Inside, vaulted ceilings, elegant 8-foot doors, and hardwood floors throughout enhance a grand, open floor plan ideal for entertaining. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with natural light, creating bright, inviting living spaces with seamless flow. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring custom Wood-Mode cabinetry, a large center island with breakfast bar, and a walk-in pantry. It opens to an inviting family room anchored by a dramatic stone fireplace-perfect for everyday living and gatherings. Just beyond, the sunroom offers radiant heated floors and three walls of expansive sliding glass doors, blending indoor and outdoor living and providing an ideal space for family time and entertaining. The main-level primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat with a spa-inspired bath including heated floors, a jacuzzi tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. A private first-floor office offers excellent flexibility for remote work, study space, or a playroom. The second level features three generously sized bedrooms, a loft area, and two full bathrooms, offering ample space for family and guests. The finished lower level expands the living area with a temperature-controlled wine room, recreation space, exercise area, and abundant storage-ideal for growing families and active lifestyles. Additional highlights include a heated three-car garage, new roof (2023), and freshly painted exterior (2025). Ideally located near Metra service, highway access, shopping, award-winning Lake Forest schools, Conway Farms Golf Club, and Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital. A rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready luxury home with abundant land in Lake Forest – offering space, privacy, and timeless design in one of the North Shore’s most sought-after communities.