21-18 Forest Hill Dr, Lake Caroll, IL 61046

Follow this private driveway to your peaceful escape, setback for extra privacy! Your are home! Only those with discerning taste will appreciate the rich and distinctive custom craftsmanship and attention to detail of this waterfront home. This 5 bedroom plus 1 non-conforming bedroom 4 1/2 bath home on just over 2.6 acres of wooded land, is filled with charm, comfort, and tranquility. The property is nestled among large mature trees and there is a large double car detached garage attached to the home by a covered breezeway that puts you right into the over sized mud room and laundry room area. Upon entry through the front door, you are greeted with an open floor plan highlighted by floor to ceiling windows, an expansive kitchen with built in service island, custom cabinets with soft close drawers, granite counter tops with built-in maple butcher block, 48" wide Thermador gas range...AND more.(ask agent for list of Special Features). Entertain, be with family or large groups, this kitchen is "as good as it gets!" Off of the kitchen step into the outdoor and relax in the 3-season room with vaulted ceiling and cedar beams. This is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee or maybe an evening cocktail as the sunsets. The Great Room, with it's stone, floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace and window benches is a spacious living area offering outstanding views. Exterior decks on the lake-side of the home are accessible from the dining/great room area and the Master Suite. Master suite has a large walk-in closet and spacious bathroom. 2 additional Guest Bedroom and a full-bath complete this wing of the home. Natural red-oak with random hardwood floors throughout the main level add the warming touches to this part of the house. Loft area (above foyer) can be used for an office space, kids area or just another quiet place to escape to. Now to the lower level walk-out! Ceramic tile throughout the main family room, game room and kitchenette area of this level makes it one that is easy to maintain. Decorated with the cottage feel, the cedar boards and trim are painted in a bright color that helps to accentuate the feel of the home. Looking for a second fireplace? Another beautiful stone, wood burning fireplace can be found in the lower level! Off of one wing, you will find an amazing game room and a Guest Bedroom. One non-conforming bedroom is also located here. Off the kitchenette area, there is a full bathroom and over 200 sq. ft. of storage for all those lake toys! The other wing of the home consists of a large size Guest Bedroom with it's own private full bath. House has two separate HVAC systems. Take a step outside to the patio which is constructed of Terrawalk, no maintenance here. Raining out? No problem. Upper deck has an internal drainage system. Just a couple more steps to the Hot Springs Hot Tub with it own patio and sitting area. From here one can take a walk down the path to the lake lit by LED landscape lighting, along the path, and throughout the entire property. At the end of the path - 155' of waterfront that includes a sand play area, masonry fire pit with seating, gazebo with another Terrawalk patio and is in a no-wake area of the lake. Electric available at the lake. Shore station and docks included. An environment to fall in love with...a retreat tucked away from the rest of the world. Begin to enjoy this remarkable property today and start to build your memories of Lake Carroll with family and friends for many years to come.