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**5.27 Picturesque Acres with Stocked Pond, Open Building Area, and Natural Wildlife Habitat** Discover the perfect setting to build your dream home on 5.27 beautiful acres at the corner of N Belle Foret. Offering an exceptional combination of open space, mature trees, and natural beauty, this picturesque property captures the charm of country living while providing endless possibilities. Approximately 2.5 acres of open land offer flexibility for your future home, gardens, or outdoor living spaces, while the surrounding mature trees create a peaceful and private setting. A beautiful 0.70-acre pond, stocked with largemouth bass and bluegill, serves as the centerpiece of the property. Reaching depths of up to 12 feet, the pond is complemented by a natural cattail marsh that attracts birds and wildlife throughout the seasons. Majestic oaks, maples, locusts, and wild cherry trees, along with native shrubs and seasonal wildflowers, add to the property's scenic beauty. A survey and successful perc testing were completed in 2024, with two locations identified as suitable for a septic field, providing a valuable head start in planning your future home. Whether you envision a stunning country estate or a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, this remarkable property offers the opportunity to create something truly special. *This is three tax pins and three addresses being sold as a package - 40315 Belle Foret, 40321 Belle Foret, & 40273 Belle Foret - Lots 6,7,8*

Set on approximately 213 acres of scenic lakes and mature timber in Knox County, just moments from the Oak Run Lake community, Dragonfly Lakes is a one-of-a-kind luxury resort that blends rustic charm with a deep connection to nature. This thoughtfully designed retreat features 20 beautifully crafted timber-frame cabins, each fully furnished and equipped with high-speed internet, wood-burning fireplaces, and private outdoor fire pits. Every cabin is perfectly positioned to capture serene water views, overlooking one of the property's large, stocked lakes. The expansive grounds include two sizable lakes along with several smaller bodies of water, creating a stunning landscape with ample opportunity for future expansion. A central stretch of land below the existing cabins offers an picture-perfect setting for a wedding venue or event space, further enhancing the property's income potential. Infrastructure is already in place, with water and high-speed internet servicing the development, and public sewer under consideration. A striking custom timber-frame gatehouse welcomes guests upon arrival and presents an opportunity for additional amenities such as laundry services, retail, or fishing outfitting. Guests can enjoy kayaking on each lake or explore miles of scenic trails winding through the wooded terrain. Bordering the highly sought-after Oak Run Resort, a premier vacation destination featuring a 600-acre lake and 18-hole golf course. Dragonfly Lakes is ideally positioned as a complementary luxury offering. Whether envisioned as a private retreat, wedding destination, hunting club, duck club, or income-generating resort, this exceptional property delivers a rare combination of natural beauty, modern comfort, and future potential.

Rare 4.54-Acre Estate Homesite in Countryside Lake! A rare opportunity to create a truly exceptional private estate in one of the area's most desirable lake communities. Set on 4.54 wooded acres in the sought-after Countryside Lake community, this secluded homesite offers the privacy, scale, and natural beauty rarely found in such a well-established neighborhood. Surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife, the property provides an extraordinary setting for a custom residence-whether envisioning a sophisticated modern estate, timeless farmhouse, luxury ranch, or private retreat. There is ample room to thoughtfully incorporate a pool, guest or accessory structures, expansive outdoor living spaces, gardens, or other estate amenities. Beyond the privacy of the homesite, Countryside Lake offers a distinctive lifestyle centered around its private lake. Residents enjoy access to the community boat launch and dock, lakefront park, sandy beach, tennis courts, playground, and year-round community events. The neighborhood also connects conveniently to area bike paths, with access to the Millennium Trail from Hawley Road. Countryside Golf Course and Steeple Chase Golf Club are easily accessible from the surrounding trail network. Located in unincorporated Mundelein, this peaceful wooded setting offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience, with shopping, dining, recreation, and highly regarded schools nearby. The property is not located in a flood plain. For a discerning buyer or builder, this is more than an opportunity to purchase acreage-it is an opportunity to create a legacy property within an established private lake community.

Build new in Chicago's desirable Irving Park neighborhood! This vacant 25' x 125' lot is situated on a beautiful tree-lined street and offers an exciting opportunity to bring your vision to life. A detached garage currently sits on the property. Adding to the possibilities, the neighboring property at 3925 N. Troy is also available for sale, offering a unique opportunity to acquire two adjacent lots and potentially build two new homes side by side. Ideally located near parks, restaurants, public transportation and all that Irving Park has to offer.

Design and build your custom luxury estate on this exceptional 1.49 acre homesite in Cutters Run South, one of South Barrington's most sought after luxury communities. The lot is ideally positioned to capture tranquil water views, creating a peaceful backdrop for everyday living. With generous space for a custom residence and resort inspired outdoor amenities, this property offers the opportunity to create a private retreat tailored to your vision and lifestyle. An association maintained children's play area sits adjacent to the lot and pond, adding both charm and convenience. The property is located within highly acclaimed Barrington School District 220, including top rated Barrington High School. Privacy and accessibility are perfectly balanced, with The Arboretum of South Barrington just a half mile away, offering fine dining, upscale shopping, and a luxury cinema experience. Interstate 90 is approximately 1.8 miles away, providing easy access to O'Hare International Airport, surrounding suburbs, and downtown Chicago. This is a rare opportunity to build your dream home in one of South Barrington's premier estate communities.

This is a rare opportunity to build your dream estate located in the prestigious Hinsdale Central High School and Elm Elementary school. This wonderful parcel of land is 1.23 acres in size and is situated at the end of a very quiet cul-de-sac. The location is perfect for commuters needing access to all of the major expressways and the BNSF Metra train line. The property is being offered solely as land value. The ranch house that sits on the property was built in 1965 and has sustained major water damage. It is not to be shown.

Nearly 14,000 SF corner lot in prime East Garfield Park location! RT-4 zoning with approx 140' of frontage on Gladys & 100' on Washtenaw. Full alley access in the rear that parallels Gladys so another ~140' there. An absolutely IDEAL lot to build on! Many possibilities... single family homes, a series of multi-unit properties, or one large mutli-family building. EGP is on fire right now! Over a dozen residential projects in for permit. Brand new Semaphore Cafe is an amazing coffee shop addition to neighborhood. Proposed $42M Madison Street Athletic and Cultural Complex is in the works. Recently finished & award winning Fifth City Commons is stunning modern example of carbon nuetral construction. All adjacent to the United Center which has the largest planned development in the city coming with The 1901 Project - a $7B multi-phase development featuring a complex array of sports and entertainment venues, residential living, and open park space. This lot is just 1.2 miles away! EGP also offers quick access to I-290 & 80/94, the city's CTA Blue line & Green lines flank each side of the neighborhood. Site is just .5mi to Western Station (Blue Line). Truly a unique opportunity at a unique time for this quickly developing neighborhood!

Welcome to Meier Farms, a rare estate where the only limit is your imagination. Spanning approximately 42.66 contiguous acres in unincorporated McLean County, this multi-generational property is composed of two legally independent parcels, each with its own direct road access, offering exceptional flexibility for family, hospitality, or investment. The Crown JewelCommanding the grounds is a remarkable 18,000+ sq ft custom building (180' x 100', completed 2023) by the Midwest's premier post-frame builders. Twenty-foot clearances define both the cold storage and shop bays, while radiant-heated concrete floors keep the shop with en-suite office space comfortable and operable in every season. Within, first-floor living quarters are finished in new luxury vinyl plank and include three full bathrooms and a dedicated laundry room. Upstairs, a thoughtfully crafted second level offers guest suites and recreation space. Room to work, room to eat & sleep and room to enjoy, the perfect retreat! Separately metered and served by its own septic system, this building stands fully independent of the main residence. The Main Residence was custombuilt brick by brick by Funk Construction & Woodworking, and crafted for permanence. Two-story vaulted ceilings soar above the great room, where a floor-to-ceiling wood-burning brick fireplace is framed by oversized windows that pour natural light across Brazilian walnut floors. Handcrafted solid oak trim, wide hallways, and 36 doorways speak to the care in every detail. The chef's kitchen is a true gathering place, appointed with travertine stone flooring, cherrywood cabinetry, granite counters, and a generous center island with breakfast bar seating for six. A butler's pantry with abundant shelving completes the space. Designed for effortless single-level living, the ranch-style home offers four bedrooms and four full baths across two levels. A main-level office or den converts easily to a fifth bedroom, or the lower level can serve as a private in-law suite. That fully appointed walkout lower level is an entertainer's retreat in its own right, featuring a second chef's kitchen, hand-carved wood bar, recreation room, workshop, and expansive living and storage space. Step outside to a pergola-covered stone patio with a tranquil water garden and hot tub hookup, overlooking rolling pasture and a private lake. A brand-new geothermal HVAC system (2024) provides efficient year-round comfort and lasting peace of mind. An oversized attached two-car garage with generous work and storage space, along with ample driveway parking, rounds out the residence. The LandThe grounds are as exceptional as the structures. More than 21 acres of income-producing permanent pasture rest on thoughtfully graded terrain, sustained by an abundant private well. Multiple grazing zones connected by swing gates allow true rotational grazing. At the heart of the property lies a stocked ~2-acre fishing lake, home to largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish, conveying with a lakeside cabin, pavilion, and recreational amenities. Fruit and flowering tree lines, apple trees, and grapevines frame the landscape, while white-tailed deer, quail, pheasant, and waterfowl make it their home. With electric service, running water, and hardwired sound throughout, the setting is made for entertaining from sunrise well into the evening. An estate of this scope and caliber is seldom offered. A Must See! Contact the listing agent to arrange your private tour.