1510 Forest Ave.

A fabulous Hemphill brick and stone Tudor with attached 2 car heated garage, brick walled garden, and views of Lake Michigan, 1510 Forest is just steps from lakefront beaches, parks and downtown Evanston. This approximately 4,340 sq ft home is graced with grand, light-filled rooms and significant architectural detailing over two expansive floors. Originally designed for music recitals, the dramatic 28'x20' living room has a beamed 14' ceiling, oversized historic carved stone fireplace, a set of French doors that open to the charming private walled garden, and another set of French doors that open to a cozy library with built-in bookcases. A formal dining room with gorgeous lake and park views sits across from the large newly renovated, light-filled white kitchen with large center island for 6, and a separate butler's prep station. The marble entry foyer leads to a large center entry hall with a stunning center staircase and classic arches. The second floor includes an expansive primary master suite featuring a spacious bedroom with cove ceiling, sitting area, two separate master bathrooms (one with a steam shower and Jacuzzi), and a large dressing room opening to a balcony overlooking the garden. Two additional oversized bedrooms linked by their own foyer, a renovated hall bath, and a separate office complete this wing of the 2nd floor. A connected additional wing, accessible from either the main staircase or the full size back staircase, holds an extra large bedroom with its own renovated bath and is perfect as a private guest suite or large playroom. The large clean basement of approximately 1,550 sq ft awaits your future ideas. The attached 2 car garage is heated and the expansive front and back yards are professionally landscaped in an English garden style for multi-season interest. Covered rear patio, an open blue stone patio, and additional stone patio are perfect for multi-interest outdoor entertaining. Located in the Evanston Lakeshore Historic District, this is a rare and uniquely beautiful home that is ready for you to move in and enjoy.