Land with Home for Sale in Sterling, Illinois

Peaceful 5.71 Acre Estate. Custom, quality built in 1999, this ALL BRICK ranch with a walk out lower level offers so many special features! From the moment you step into the lovely entry foyer through the double doors, you'll feel the warmth of this beautiful home. The elegant living room features a vaulted ceiling, Palladian windows, gas fireplace and beautiful hardwood flooring. You'll love the openness of the kitchen, dining area and "Morning Room'. The workable kitchen area features a center island and over 30 feet of counter space! The dining area can accommodate a large dinner party and has sliders to an upper level Timber Tech deck. The Morning Room is so special! It's generous in size and is vaulted to 16' with large windows flanking the wood burning fireplace. There is a french door to the handy grilling deck. The spacious primary suite boasts a huge walk in closet, vaulted ceiling and Palladian windows offering more gorgeous views. Pockets doors lead to a roomy en suite featuring a jetted tub, separate shower, and two private vanity areas. Rounding out the main floor is the roomy 2nd bedroom with double closet, a full bath with tub/shower combination, and main floor laundry. Need a home office? The 11'x11' office with hardwood floor, closet and exterior door could also be the 3rd bedroom. Solid wood stairs lead to the walk out lower level and so much additional living space! The huge family room is sure to be the center of all family activities with the 2nd fireplace, tile floor, and sliders to a brick patio. Large family gatherings will be a breeze with the full 2nd kitchen which includes microwave, dishwasher, stove and refrigerator. Plenty of dining space for holiday gatherings. A full bath with tub/shower and a huge 30'x22' bedroom with 2 cedar closets are also featured on this level. There's a 4'x17' wine cellar and plenty of storage space as well. The 3 car attached garage, insulated and heated with in-floor heat, PLUS there's an additional heated and cooled, detached garage with open front porch. The quality throughout this gorgeous home is apparent with Pella windows, Kohler fixtures, John Martin cabinets and 2x6 construction. The zoned, in-floor hot water heat keeps this home warm and cozy. There is a supplemental gas forced air furnace. Other special features include: central vac, whole house generator, water softener and conditioner (2017). Well pump and pressure tank (2017). Central air (2024). As you drive up the long winding blacktop drive, you'll notice the tall prairie grasses which naturally provide a level of privacy. Other exterior features include a water garden surrounded by pretty perennials. There's a perpetual spring and designated garden space. Enjoy a peaceful walk around the 5+ acres of grounds bordered by creeks and ravines on either side but don't be surprised about the frequent four legged visitors. Qualified buyer should make an appointment to experience this one-of-a kind property!