Experience endless possibilities with this stunning 3,050 sq. ft. engineered log home situated on +/- 38 acres just north of Seneca, IL and minutes from I-80. Built in 2010, this property was a labor of love for the current original owners and no expense was spared making their dream become a reality for you to enjoy!
Land
With roughly 27 acres of the +/-38 acre parcel currently being utilized as pasture and hay production, the new owner will have a blank canvas to customize this acreage as they see fit. Additionally, there are three different fenced in pastures, home to the current owner’s horses, totaling roughly 14 acres. While designing this property, an extensive underground infrastructure for water and electrical (600 amp) was installed to accommodate the current amenities and support any future additions on the property.
Property carries an average soil PI of 115
Slight roll towards the center of the property for natural drainage
Hard road access/frontage off of N 28th Rd
3 Heated Automatic Waterer located in holding sheds for large or small livestock
Please reference the Documents section of the listing for the map outlining current water and electrical hookups.
Improvements
With vaulted ceilings and log beams spanning throughout, this 3,050 sq. ft., red cedar home, complete with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, is as beautiful as it is practical for any future buyer’s vision. When entering the main level, you are greeted with a large gourmet kitchen and dining room in the heart of the home. A large loft overlooks the dining room and office providing ample space to entertain in an additional cozy inside setting. Vaulted ceilings carry into the main level master bedroom where you will find a dual sided fireplace that opens into the large master bath complete with a jacuzzi tub and large shower. An open floor concept carries into the finished walkout basement where 3 additional suites can be enjoyed alongside a large entertaining area, full kitchen, and full bath. Two mini-split units help keep the home cool during the summer months and heated in the winter with a multi-zone radiant in floor heat system. A finished, 3 stall attached garage with vaulted ceiling offers 2, 8 ft. overhead doors and a 10 ft. overhead door. Just outside of the garage, there is a RV hookup for visitors traveling through, as well as a whole house generator.
When entertaining outside, you can enjoy the view from the two decks on the back of the home or the large covered front porch for breathtaking sunsets. If that’s not enough, situated in front of the home amongst the landscaping, there is a brick patio and a new hot tub for your enjoyment.
Outside, you will find a large 40’x80′ steel storage building and multiple smaller structures that are outfitted with both water and electric and can be easily customized for whatever you see fit. A large gated arena sits less than 50 yards from your front door and opens up to another fenced in 1 acre pasture. Looking out the back of the home, there is another 13 acre fenced in pasture that was previously used for cattle.
Location
Situated just north of Seneca, IL and a couple miles south of I-80, this property offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy the serenity of the rural country setting, while also being within 1.5 hours to Chicago and two major airports. A short drive to the west, local state parks can be enjoyed and offer additional riding trails if desired.