Located 10 miles from the Lake of Egypt, 12 miles from the Tunnel Hill bike trail and surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest, this is a finely crafted log home situated on 8.58 acres with additional wooded acres available. Enjoy the comfort and serenity of a log home in a naturally wooded setting. Built by Bigler Construction Company in 1996, this home features Englemann spruce logs harvested in the Rocky Mountain area of the United States. These logs were then milled into the distinctive "D" profile by Satterwhite Log Homes, Inc. See www.satterwhite-log-homes.com to learn more about the strength and energy efficiency advantages of the Englemann Spruce "D" profile logs.With an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, exposed beams and a large picture window, an abundance of natural light streams into the kitchen and great room. All appliances, including the stove, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher will remain with the cabin in addition to a washer and dryer in the laundry room.The 2,400 square foot home has three bedrooms in addition to the loft, which can be used as a fourth bedroom or as an office. There are two spacious bathrooms, both featuring a tub and shower along with a linen closet. Bruce hardwood flooring has been used throughout the first floor with carpeting in the finished basement. Natural wood was used for both staircases and the loft. Large double hung Marvin windows were used generously throughout the cabin and a hinged glass door opens from the walk out basement onto a patio constructed with an exposed aggregate concrete surface. Wrought iron ornamental items including antique kettles, wagon wheels and a dinner bell are included with the property.The home is equipped with a modern high efficiency propane furnace, but can also be fully heated by a wood-burning fireplace/stove, which is the focal point of the great room. This rugged cast iron unit, manufactured by Country Flame, Inc. features double doors with etched glass, brass trim, wood handles and built-in circulating fans tied in to the house ductwork. A covered 10'x10' wood storage structure is attached to the back porch providing a convenient and dry location for firewood.With over eight acres, fully wooded with dogwood, hickory, white oak and cedar, sitting on one of the expansive porches is a pleasure, particularly when the dogwoods are in bloom. The home features two covered porches, one facing east to see the sunrise and the other facing west. The back porch is 6'x20' while the spacious 8'x36' front porch provides ample space for entertaining, dining or to just sit and watch the hummingbirds and other wildlife. If desired, the seller is willing to sell up to an additional 100 acres of woodland contiguous to the listed property. These additional acres are fully wooded with white oak, red oak and hickory being the dominant species. These lands have also been accepted into the State of Illinois forest improvement program, and as a result have a real estate tax rate of less than 60 cents per acre per year.A two-car detached garage, 27'x32', with a concrete floor along with a concrete parking pad sits close to the house with a sidewalk to the back porch. This building easily accommodates two large vehicles with more than enough room left over for bicycles, lawn equipment, tools, etc. Other significant advantages of this home include city water from Burnside Water District with excellent water pressure, an aerobic sewage treatment system, central air conditioning, recessed lighting, ceiling fans and several lighted closets. Two wonderful neighbors live just down the road with churches, small grocery stores and gas stations within a few miles.Additional property info: http://www.forsalebyowner.com/listing/4-bed-Log-Cabin-Home-for-sale-by-owner-21206-Holmes-Rd-62922/23934847?provider_id=28079
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