Land with Home for Sale in Poplar Grove, Illinois

This exceptional 112-acre estate offers a rare combination of luxury living, agricultural income, outdoor recreation, and privacy. The property features a stunning 4,722 SF custom-built home (2008), a substantial 4,500 SF pole barn, productive farmland, mature woods, and creek frontage. The house sits high on a hill overlooking the pond and rolling countryside. The custom home was thoughtfully designed with incredible attention to detail and craftsmanship. The centerpiece of the home is a dramatic two-story Great Room featuring massive exposed beams, knotty pine ceilings, skylights, reclaimed custom woodwork throughout, and a beautiful floor-to-ceiling masonry brick fireplace. A major advantage of this property is its income-producing farmland. Approximately 60 acres are currently farmed, and the existing farming arrangement generates enough annual income to defray most of the property's real estate taxes. The property consists of three separate parcels: 32-acre parcel with the custom home and pole barn. 40-acre parcel along Beaverton Road with older barns and road frontage. 40-acre western (back 40) parcel featuring farmland and Piscasaw Creek running through the southeast corner. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the endless recreational opportunities available on the property, including: Hiking and nature trails, Fishing/Canoeing/Kayaking on Piscasaw Creek, Wildlife/Bird viewing, Hunting your own property, ATV, 4-wheeler, dirt bike, and snowmobile riding. The property's approximately 10 acres of mature woods provide privacy, natural beauty, and abundant wildlife habitat. For those seeking a hobby farm, equestrian property, or agricultural venture, the property is well-suited for: Horses, Cattle, Goats, Chickens, Hobby farming, Pasture and/or Hay. The impressive 100' x 45' pole barn includes three 12-foot overhead doors and a concrete floor throughout approximately two-thirds of the building. It is ideal for equipment storage, workshops, vehicle restoration projects, tractor maintenance, or RV storage. Despite the home's size, utility costs remain remarkably low thanks to a combination of the Solar power system and Wood-burning heating system. Ideal location of this property is convenient to I90 and 39 (10 minute drive) as well as shopping, schools and bike path.