Beautiful country estate in northern Illinois! Surrounded by farm fields it is a peaceful retreat from the hustle & bustle of the city yet within easy access to Chicago, Madison & Milwaukee. Nestled on the 7.54 acres is a Victorian treasure built in 1889. The home boasts 4100 sq ft with 4 bedrooms & 2 baths. The home has been carefully maintained and includes original hardwood floors, 12 ft & 10 ft ceilings, pocket doors, arched doorways, stained glass windows, & stunning carved woodwork with 6 inch sides, 10 inch base, & corner squares. There is a full bath on each level & a convenient 2nd floor laundry. The attached 2 car garage has HVAC. There are 6 outbuildings, several pasture and paddock areas & all animals are welcome! But that is not all! There is a 2nd home set away from the main house with its own yard and 1 car garage. This is currently a very successful Airbnb, but could also serve as the perfect place for extended family or even a home business. There are 5 greenhouses on the property that are home to the current owners Wind Ridge Herb Farm, a very popular destination for herb & garden lovers alike. The grounds are stunning with several perennial gardens, apple & cherry trees, grapevines & blueberry bushes. Several weddings have been hosted here as well as other events. The possibilities are endless! Bring your animals & have your own country oasis. Grow your own food or grow plants for others as a farm to table destination. Create a venue space and use one or both homes as an Airbnb. Use your imagination and create the home and property of your dreams! Come see this beautiful estate for yourself!
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Year Built
1889
Updated on September 5, 2024 at 2:04 pm