5345 Old Litchfield, Litchfield, Illinois

Description

Welcome to a private 34 acre retreat featuring a private 5.5 acre lake, panoramic views, and a versatile year round lifestyle. This exceptional property includes a spacious 3,200 square foot home, a premium 45 by 35 insulated Morton building with full utilities, and outstanding outdoor living that includes a three season screened porch, a lakeside pavilion, a dock, and abundant wildlife. It is perfect for anyone seeking privacy, recreation, or a true country estate experience.

The main level offers a generous 19 by 22 living room with wood floors and vaulted ceilings, a welcoming foyer, and a large 13 by 18 ceramic tile kitchen with center island, granite countertops, and high end stainless appliances. The kitchen flows into the 15 by 18 dining room where a Vermont Castings wood stove is shared with the family room. A full wall of windows reveals scenic backyard views, and a door from the family room opens to the screened porch that is ideal for morning coffee or relaxing evenings.

The primary suite measures 19 by 16 and features wood flooring and a luxurious bath with ceramic tile, a deep soaker tub, and a large walk in shower. A second full bath measuring 7 by 7 and the main level laundry complete the floor.

The walkout lower level includes a large 30 by 21 family room with another wall of windows overlooking the lake. Two spacious bedrooms measuring 13 by 18 and 13 by 17 provide comfortable accommodations. A full 11 by 10 bathroom and a partially unfinished area offer storage or future expansion potential.

Outdoor amenities include wide water views, direct lake access, level pasture, scattered woods, and open land suited for horses and recreation. The private 5.5 acre lake provides excellent fishing with plentiful bass, bluegill, and crappie. Additional features include a lakeside dock, an electric powered lakefront shed for gear, and a pavilion with electricity and a wood burning fireplace that is perfect for gatherings in any season. Wildlife is abundant with deer, turkey, ducks, geese, hawks, and bald eagles.

The premium Morton building includes new concrete floors, electricity, water, wood burning heat, and R19 insulated walls. It provides year round usability for equipment, hobbies, woodworking, or workshop needs. High speed Starlink internet is installed and has supported reliable work from home connectivity for nearly two years.

The estate includes a 31 acre parcel and an adjoining 3 acre parcel that offer privacy and future flexibility, including a potential additional home site, subject to local requirements. A perfect blend of pasture and mature timber surrounds the property and creates an inviting setting for horses, recreation, and a personal retreat.