River Home Off Market

This historic gem nestled on 12 acres is breathtaking outside & inside! - Zoned agriculture, this rural retreat features a forest, campsite, 200+ yards of Kishwaukee River, 6 acres of farmed ground, chicken coup & park-like setting. - Solar heated in-ground swimming pool, maintenance-free decking, brick paver fire pit area, multiple brick paver patios, circular driveway, abundant landscaping, PVC fencing, garden with virgin soil & a fruit orchard... enjoy outdoor living at its finest! - Factory painted compressed cedar siding, new composite porches & 50 Marvin replacement windows embrace this Victorian home, while the brick walkway & hand crafted front porch balusters welcome you. - Detached 3-car garage with new doors will store your lawn, garden & recreational items. - Original 4-panel entry door leads you into the elegant Living Room showcasing dentil crown molding, large picture window with storage seat bench & a gorgeous open staircase. - Yellow pine wood trim, 11' ceilings, 7' tall thermopane windows with granite sills, era-appropriate light fixtures, carved ceiling medallions & oak hardwood floors circa 1920's & 1950's add character & ambiance to this lovely home. - Beautiful double arched doors open into the parlor hosting an Italian marble coke fireplace. - Dining Room displays original stencil preserved under 3 layers of wallpaper, built-in china hutch, pantry cupboard, pass through opening & antique gas lit chandelier. - Chef's delight kitchen is equipped with tiered cherry cabinetry, pull out spice rack, multiple pantries, eye catching antique pendant light fixture, new stainless-steel oven/range, 3 pendant lights & tongue & groove vaulted ceiling over breakfast bar. - Enjoy the sun-fill solarium with slate heated flooring, Sunsetter remote awning, attractive dining light fixture while capturing a panoramic view of nature's beauty & farm. - The custom walk-in pantry serves as an office nook too. - French doors lead to the pot belly stove room with a sunroom feel. - Raised hearth displays the pot bell stove, enhanced by a floor-to-ceiling brick wall. - Tongue & groove ceiling & 13 windows with stacked transom windows create a cozy & comfortable setting. - This casual gathering space leads to the outdoor retreat offering a solar heated in-ground salt water pool, huge brick patio & intimate brick terrace setting. - 1st level bedroom & full bath offer convenience & options to everyday living. - Grand open staircase presents stunning detailed millwork. - Upper-level primary bedroom suite presents original pine floors, walk-in closet, step in shower with flat rock tiled floor, vessel vanity bowl & oiled bronze fixtures. - Jack & Jill bathroom serve 2 bedrooms with an access to a 2nd staircase. - All bedrooms have 9' ceilings. - The lower-level basement is super dry with sump & ejector pit, epoxy floor, foamed insulation, copper plumbing, re-enforced plywood walls for active kids, washer, dryer, utility sink & storage. - The full bath with a tile surround large shower & pedestal sink, complete this lower-level bonus space. - 3 energy efficient furnaces, Comfort Plus Premium Electronic Air Cleaners & 3 separate central air units allow for comfortable daily living. - Experience sunsets at supper & star-gazing by hot tub. - Just 3 miles from downtown Sycamore & 8 miles easy access to I-88, this 12-acre Sycamore offering is a showcase retreat! - Love where you live! - Porter S. Coolidge built this home in 1875. - It was a nunnery for 7 years in the 1920's. - Tom Fenstermaker Sr. 1951-1969. - Rolfing (CFO of Wurlitzer Piano Company DeKalb) purchased in 1969 to save it from destruction. - It was located west of the ranch on the hill at the granary. - He purchased 12 acres from Fenstermakers & moved the house in Nov. 1969. - It is estimated at 150 tons! - Chimneys were moved intact as they provided stability to the structure. - Note the steel I-Beams in basement. Hoffer owned in 1996. Current family purchased in 2003 & continued to maintain its historic beauty!

Property Details

  • Beds: 6
  • Baths: 5.0
  • Sq Feet: 3600
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Location: Kishwaukee River - De Kalb County
  • Acres: 12.100
  • Riverfront: Yes
  • Riverview: Yes
  • County: De Kalb County
  • Heat/AC: Forced Air,Zoned,Fireplace
  • Garage: Garage
  • Siding: Cedar Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Fireplaces: Has Fireplace
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Property Taxes: $6,995
  • MLS #: 11055658

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Lake Home Off Market in Sycamore, Illinois
Ad Number : 1470263
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Added: Apr 16, 2021
Updated on: Apr 24, 2021
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