2 Hawken Students Win National Merit Scholarship

Students from Hawken School won $2,500 in scholarships.

Two students from Hawken School in Gates Mills have been announced as National Merit Scholarship winners. Russell M. Cohen and Sydney T. Costantini won $2,500 each and were part of 2,500 winners chosen from a pool of 15,000 across the nation. Cohen plans to study film production in college while Costantini is undecided. National Merit $2500 Scholarship winners are the finalists in each state judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills, and potential for success in rigorous college studies. The number of winners named in each state is proportional to the state’s percentage of the nation’s graduating high school seniors

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Top Rated Restaurants in Mayfield-Hillcrest on Yelp!

Check out the top 10 rated restaurants based on the Yelp! reviews.

Websites like Yelp! have empowered the everyday eater to become their local neighborhood's food critic, praising and condemning behind the anonymity of a computer screen. Ever wondered if a restaurant is good or bad? Yelp! can be a good indicator of whether that restaurant is worth your time or money.  Based on Yelp!'s highest-rated star ranking, here are the top 10 restaurants in Waukesha.  Do you agree or disagree with the Yelp! top 10 list? Comment here, and be sure to review your favorite restaurants on the Mayfield-Hillcrest Patch directory page.

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Wi-Fi Leech Runs Up $1,500 in Data Charges

Here's stories from the Mayfield Village and Gates Mills police blotters.

Adirondack Living in Gates Mills

The secluded estate includes a guest house styled after the Adirondacks.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the property is surrounded by towering trees, and has views of the Chagrin River Valley. Located at 1653 Berkshire Road, Gates Mills, the property has 3 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, with a separate wooden cabin. Built in 1986, it is 4,717 square feet and is located on 5.8 acres of land. The listing price is $695,000. The custom built Western Reserve country home is ideal for entertaining with a wet bar, formal living room with a fireplace and wooded lands with outdoor patio. The gem of the property is the charm-filled Adirondack style guest house built in 1909 with an addition built in 1929. it includes a two-story living room, stone fireplace, 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with a complete …

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Colonial Has Private Room for Each: Hot Tub, Theater, and Yoga

Located in a prime location, the colonial has separate rooms for leisure activities including wine making and working out.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the 5 bedroom 6 bathroom home has a sepearat hot tub room of the family room perfect for cold Ohio nights. Located on a prime cul de sac at 7165 Settlers Ridge Rd., Gates Mills, the two-story home is set on 4.70 acres in a private woodland setting. Built in 1992, the home's listing price is $850,000. The updated kitchen includes newer glazed cabinetry with granite counters, Subzero, newer stainless appliances. The master suite includes a tray ceiling, and glamour bath with a whirlpool tub. The family room has a dual fireplace and leads to kitchen eating area. The lower level has theater room (equipment negotiable), wine cellar, glamour bath, bar area, and two family room areas. Sharon Friedman …

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Cape Cod Colonial Updated with Theater in Lower Level

The newer home's elegant basement has been finished for comfortable living and entertaining.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the sensational lower level has a theater, an exercise room, guest suite, full bath, and private workshop room. Built in 1992, the 5 bedroom 4 bathroom is on 2.82 acres of land. The asking price is $600,000. Located at 7910 Battles Road, Gates Mills, the home is designed with Cape Cod details including checkered and hardwood floors throughout. Jody Saks is the listing agent. Contact him at (216) 314-5862.  

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Coffered Ceilings in Neoclassic Colonial

The lavish colonial has magnificent coffer and vaulted ceilings.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, this neoclassic English Georgian colonial is set on 3.16 acres of manicured land. The 4 bedroom and 6 bathroom home is 4,900 square feet and is located at 1739 Chartley Road, Gates Mills. The listing price is $995,000. French doors, detailed wainscoting, coffered ceilings and wide-planked wooden floors are found throughout the first floor. The kitchen was custom designed by Faralli and features bay windowed eating area, an spacious island, limestone floors and high end appliances. The great room includes a stately fireplace, rich millwork and jewel toned décor throughout. Marcy A. Capadona of is the listing agent. Contact her at (855) 424-8867.

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Enchanting Tudor for Less Than $2 Million

The all brick Tudor has a majestic facade and royal details.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, this estate is located in a private setting. The facade is constructed from stone, brick and stucco. The Tudor manor is exquisite, timeless and elegant. The majestic design is perfect for entertaining. Located at 1855 Berkshire Road, Gates Mills it has 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. Built in 1983 the manor sits on 3.01 acres of land. The listing price is $1,450,000. The home has a banquet size dining room, a kitchen with attached hearth room, fireplaces and an additional apartment with a bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Adam Kaufman of Howard Hanna is the listing agent. Contact him at (216) 831-0210.  

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Gracious Colonial Has Classic Front Porch

Situated on a hill the home combines elegance and grace.

According to the listing on AOL Real Estate, the front porch classic Gates Mills colonial exudes grace and charm. Nestled high on a knoll, it has panoramic views of Chagrin Valley. Located at 1249 Chagrin River Road, Gates Mills, the 4 bedroom and 5 bathroom home was built in 1910 and sits on 12 acres of land. The listing price is $1,790,000. Each room exudes grace, elegance and charm. An intimate library with a fireplace is included. The all white kitchen has a morning room. The master suite located on the second floor includes a private bathroom. The formal family room includes an elegant fireplace with exquisite crown molding. The property also includes a inground pool, pool house, entertainment pavilion and additional buildings. Adam …

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