Room to breathe in the country! Welcome to the "Tile Mill Place," 51 acres of beautiful timberland, including a large pond, the gently flowing Spring Creek, scenic nature trails and an abundance of wildlife that both resides and passes thru. Your serene oasis awaits! Nestled amid verdant greenery, this two-story farmhouse boasts a delightful, storied history and has been lovingly maintained by the same family for over a century! Pull in to the circular drive and discover extensive landscaping, huge yards and a canopy of gorgeous towering trees that provide shade and ambience. By day, rock your cares away on the front patio as you listen a choir of birds and soak up the tranquility of country life. By night, be lulled to sleep with the serenade of bullfrogs. Inside this truly special home, your family will enjoy spending time in the remodeled eat-in kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinets and countertops, hardwood floors and an eye-catching brick facade. Off the kitchen is a convenient 1/2 bathroom with laundry, plus basement access. To your right is a room full of character, ideal as an office/library or children's play area. Walk into the open dining room, an inviting space for entertaining and sharing holiday meals. To your right is a family room with floor-to-ceiling, sliding glass doors allowing in an abundance of natural light. This is a perfect place to sip morning coffee, enjoy wildlife or watch the kids playing in the backyard! To the left of the dining room is your sprawling sun-filled living room with panoramic windows. The second floor is home to three bedrooms and a full bathroom - hardwood floors and high ceilings throughout. The master bedroom features two walk-in closets and plenty of windows to welcome the sunshine! All bedrooms offer ceiling fans. Conveniently close to I-57, 1.5 hours from Chicago. * Located on the site of the historic Onarga Tile Factory. * Barn with hayloft and stalls for horses. * Two outbuildings for storage and livestock. * Miles of trails winding through prairie, oak and maple tree groves. * Woods are filled with deer, quail, wild turkey, birds galore, geese and pheasants. * Swim pond (with a resident great blue heron - we call him "Blue") * Original hardwood floors. * Spring Creek winds through the timber, offering kayaking and fishing opportunities. * PANORAMIC windows and cozy 4-season room. * Original hardwood floors have been refinished. * Includes 2.5 tillable acres. * Exterior/Interior painted in 2019. * Water softener is 1-year old. * NEW well (2020). * NEW water heater (2021). * Newer generator (8 yrs old). * Close to Amtrak line. * 1.5 hours to Chicago. Call owner at 309-807-4620 for more information or to schedule a viewing!
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