15553 W Lakeview Dr, Manhattan, IL 60442

Welcome to this one-of-a-kind, custom-built Forrester home in the sought-after Ridgefield Estates subdivision of Manhattan, Illinois. Designed and constructed by a custom home builder for his own family, this home showcases true craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and about 5000 sq ft of beautifully finished indoor and outdoor living space-including 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. From the moment you arrive, the home makes a lasting impression with its architectural details-including a twisted brick column on the front porch-offering a hint of the quality and charm found inside. Step into the impressive foyer and you're welcomed by soaring cathedral ceilings, skylights, and rich oak hardwood flooring that flows through the main living areas, stairs and upstairs bedrooms. The living room is drenched in natural light and flows seamlessly into the formal dining room and a spacious kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry, newer stainless-steel appliances, and views overlooking the large family room with oak floors and a cozy brick gas fireplace. Just off the kitchen, you'll find not one, but two sunrooms-ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or even expanding your all-season living space further. Entertaining is effortless with a full bar area complete with sink, cabinets, and mini fridge, conveniently located between the foyer and family room. The main level also features a full bath and a functional mudroom with water hookup-perfect for catch-all room or even a pet washing station-with direct access to the 3.5-car garage. Upstairs, discover four generously sized bedrooms, some with custom built-in closet systems. The primary suite is a true retreat with new carpet, two walk-in closets and an expansive en-suite bath featuring two vanities, bathroom heater, a whirlpool tub, and separate shower. The main laundry area is also conveniently located on the upper level. The full finished basement offers related living with a second full eat-in kitchen, large family room, 5th bedroom with walk-in closet, a full bath with walk-in shower, bathroom heater, and another laundry room. An Acorn stair lift to the basement is perfect for accessibility needs but can be easily removed if not required. Additional unfinished storage space with built-in shelving is also available. The meticulously maintained exterior includes professional landscaping, mature trees, an extra-wide driveway, a fenced side yard perfect for pets, a rear patio, and all on an almost HALF ACRE corner lot. Extras include a shed, John Deere riding mower, generator, and a wealth of stored extras-paint, trim, tiles, blinds, siding, screens and more-all thoughtfully saved by the seller for future use. The 3.5 car insulated garage has 10 '3" ceilings and built in shelving. Additional features: Two A/C units & two furnaces, Battery backup sump pump, Custom window wells, new roof, new windows and doors, new skylights, new flooring in many rooms, new appliances, (Full list of updates available under agent remarks). This truly special home combines luxury, functionality, low maintenance practicality and flexibility. Don't miss the opportunity to own a builder's own personal masterpiece-schedule your private showing today!