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Description
This charming chalet on a wooded double lot with Fox River offers an exceptional opportunity to own your own retreat. Set on a tranquil, wooded double lot (over 0.6 acres), the property is bordered by a private road that leads directly to the Fox River, where you’ll enjoy beach rights and serene river views. Step inside to a spacious Great Room with soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, and original hardwood floors. The room features a cozy fireplace, adding to the home’s character. Sliding glass doors open onto a deck with stairs leading down to the expansive yard, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The large eat-in kitchen is ideal for family meals, while the formal dining room provides a perfect space for more intimate gatherings. The main level also features a third bedroom with a generous cedar closet and dressing area. The partially finished walkout basement offers ample potential with a workroom, a huge storage room, and a utility room equipped with a newer forced air furnace (2018), central air, water heater, water softener, and laundry area. There’s also access to a second large storage room, which was once part of a deep one-car garage, giving you even more space to customize. This large, beautifully landscaped lot provides plenty of possibilities, including the potential to build a detached garage. Enjoy the outdoor living spaces with a brick paver patio on one side and a second patio on the left side of the home. Other recent updates include a NEW 200-amp panel, NEW septic system, NEW well and lift station, NEW roof. This home is truly a gem from the past, offering timeless charm and endless potential. Don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind property in a sought-after location. Cary schools, minutes to the Metra and a stone’s throw to the Fox River.
Property Details and Features
Appliances & Equipment
- Appliances: “Range”, “Dishwasher”, “Refrigerator”, “Freezer”, “Washer”, “Dryer”, “Water Softener Owned”
- Equipment: “Water-Softener Owned”, “CO Detectors”, “Ceiling Fan(s)”
Basement
- “Full”
- “Walkout”
- Partially Finished
Bathrooms
- 1 full bathroom
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms total
Building
- Area: 1554
- Architectural Style: “Walk-Out Ranch”
- Built in 1922
- Rebuilt: No
Cooling
- “Central Air”
Accessibility Features
- No
Exterior Features
- Features: “Deck”, “Patio”
Fireplaces
- 1 fireplace
- Location: Family Room
Heating
- “Natural Gas”
- “Forced Air”
Home Owner’s Association
- Dues: $100
- Dues Frequency: Annually
- Dues include: “Other”
Listing
- 7 days on market
- Listing Price: $339,000
- Status: Active
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Location
- Area: Cary / Oakwood Hills / Trout Valley
- County: McHenry
Lot
- Features: “Water Rights”, “Wooded”
- 0.61 acres
- Dimensions: 186 X 141 X 196 X 141
Parking
- Parking included in price
- Parking Total: 5
- Parking Onsite: Yes
- Parking Ownership: Owned
- “Driveway”
Roof
- “Asphalt”
- “Metal”
- “Other”
Sewer
- “Septic-Private”
Utilities
- Water Source: “Private Well”
Taxes
- Annual Taxes: $6,289
- Year: 2023
- Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior