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Luxury homes on the market in Central Illinois

Apr 20, 2023

These are some of the most luxurious homes on the Central Illinois market.

Well designed & amazingly kept 7.5 Acre Equestrian Property with gorgeous house. 48x36 Barn features: six 12x12 stalls, htd & cooled 14x11 tack room, 12x48 storage annex, speaker system & 300 bale hayloft. There is also an outdoor arena, round pen, six 16x24 dry paddocks, goat pasture, pony pastures, chicken coop & high tensile poly-coated 6 strand wire fencing around 4 acres. Wooded parameter with some apple trees too! Home features Gourmet Kitchen for the chef of the family with new granite countertops & backsplash. Main floor Bedroom Suite includes a large bathroom with dual sinks, whirlpool tub, sperate shower & WI closet. WB fireplace in the Living Room. Upstairs has 2 nice sized Bedrooms with WI closets & adjoining bathroom with separate toilets. Dad will love the 32x23 three car attached garage with epoxy floor & hot & cold running water. Cozy 16x16 deck leads to a fenced yard for the kids or pooches too! Large list of updates: New oak hardwood flooring on 1st floor. Geothermal htg & cooling 2016. Windows 2022. Garage doors 2019. House Roof 2016. Barn roof 2019. 20,000 watt Kohler whole house Generator. AT&T Tower goes with property (currently pays $737 monthly PLUS its share of yearly property taxes- approximately $8000) for remaining 13 years with periodic increases. Ideal location- you can ride to Moraine View Rec Area & its 10 miles of horse trails! Call Illinois #1 horse farm Specialist for more info or a private showing!

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Follow the path less traveled through the woods and past the prairie grasses to this spectacular log home nestled on 6.4 wooded acres! Located just South of Bloomington, this custom built log home offers the escape and the space you have been craving. Meticulously designed and beautifully maintained, you'll marvel at the impressive construction and attention to detail this property has to offer, built to last! Take in the grandness of this space the moment you walk through the front door starting with the heart of the home... a beautifully beamed two-story vaulted great room! Stunning hardwoods and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace flanked by wall of windows and skylights flood the space with warmth and natural light. The smartly designed kitchen offers an abundance of cabinet and storage space including a corner breakfast bar and plenty of additional eat-in table space. Pass through the stately French doors into the formal dining room which was added to the original build and enjoy a wall of windows offering amazing views of the surrounding wooded acreage and lower creek (keep your eye out for bald eagles)! Enjoy the convenience and ease of a main floor primary suite located on the west side of the home and catch stunning sunsets while you soak off the day in your thoughtfully renovated private bath featuring raised tub, double sinks and beautiful walk-in shower with frameless doors and custom slate tile. Current owners have also added a smartly designed walk-in closet with a custom built-in closet system. Main floor laundry, half bath and additional closets offer convenience and functionality for easy main level living. Head upstairs to the open loft overlooking the great room, just perfect for a reading nook or hobby space and two additional bedrooms for guests. Both upstairs bedrooms feature spectacular vaulted beamed ceilings, spacious closets, charming built-ins and light and bright windows overlooking the property. The northwest bedroom offers some of the grandest views of the surrounding acreage and features a rolling ladder to access the abundance of ceiling height built-in shelves and storage in this unique space... perfect for office space, collectors and avid readers! The lower level of this smart home features a 4-person bunk room and additional finished bonus space for fitness, theater room or office. The unfinished utility room offers an amazing amount of built-in shelves and pantry plus all the components to keep this home humming... Including Heat Pump/HVAC, Gravity Sump Pump, Water Softener/Purification System, and Whole Home Humidifier. If the home itself hasn't already impressed you, let's head outside! Linger longer on the covered front porch stretching the length of the house, or head out on one of the many trails surrounding this home and explore the lush, secluded acreage. Three impressive outbuildings include 3-Car Cleary Garage, 1-Car Workshop, and a She-Shed/Playhouse is just perfect for tinkering and tools. Follow the path down to the raised deck overlooking the Kickapoo Creek and throw a line in the water or just relax and listen to birds and the bubbling brook... Exhale.

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Hello Gorgeous! This luxury farmhouse is the perfect place to call home. With 5.8 acres of land, you can enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside while still being close to all the amenities of the city. The 4 bedroom, 3 bath home features a gorgeous kitchen with vaulted ceiling, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, oversize island, chef's dream walk-in pantry space with butcher block counter tops and a beverage cooler. The living room is spacious and inviting, with a cozy fireplace and plenty of natural light. The primary suite has double closets, storage shelves, walk in tile shower and heated bathroom floors. Sliding glass door off the dining room leads to a separate patio. You'll find a second bedroom on the main level. Upstairs is two bedrooms and full bathroom. Enjoy the sunrise on you covered front porch or from the breezeway connecting the home and 2 car garage. The 6800SF pole barn has water and electric with partial concrete floor and floor drains. The turnout has a a solar powered electric fence. This home was completely renovated in the fall of 2022, down to the studs. New electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, insulation, windows, roof, gutter and downspouts, radon mitigation system, reverse osmosis, and so much more!!

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Welcome to modern sophistication! This is an exquisite custom-built home by Prairie Woodworks - every detail is top of the line in style, design and function. The exterior features a metal roof, cedar shingles on the second floor, and James Hardie shingle siding. Private stained concert patio out back and custom landscaping by Chizmar Landscaping on your 1/2 acre lot. This home makes entertaining a dream with open concept main floor kitchen, dining and living room. A dramatic vaulted ceiling in the family room allows so much natural light with the stunning floor to ceiling windows equipped with Hunter Douglas automatic cordless shades, exposed beams, an impressive stone gas fireplace with custom lights by 186 lighting design. Hickory wood floors throughout the main floor. The stunning kitchen hosts custom made Cherry cabinets by Prairie Woodworks, a beautiful 9ft island, GE cooktop and double wall oven, quartz countertops and backsplash, and 10x7ft walk in butler's pantry with custom storage from SOS solutions. The main floor primary bedroom features vaulted ceiling, floor to ceiling windows viewing your private backyard with Hunter Douglas automatic cordless shades, spacious 11ft walk-in closet with custom organizer from SOS solutions. The primary bathroom hosts radiant floor heating, custom vanity, quartz countertop with double sinks, floor to ceiling tiled walk in shower and Toto smart toilet and bidet. The main floor study has custom built in bookshelves and cabinets, double wall cement board - with soundproofing- making working from home a dream. The second story showcases 2 generous sized bedrooms each with custom window treatments, and large spacious closets. The hall bathroom has custom vanity, tiled shower with glass doors and toto toilet. The elegant loft features a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, a 3rd living room and office area with custom built in desk and bookcases. The finished basement offers a HUGE secondary living room with tons of space, 9ft ceilings, daylight windows, 2 custom closets with SOS storage organizers, and 3rd walk in closet. Full bathroom with custom vanity and tiled walk-in shower. The unfinished area offers 630sqft of storage, zoned HVAC and wet sink. No detail was spared in the construction of this beautiful home. Call today to schedule your private tour.

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Welcome to Trunk Bay!! This beautiful new Trunk Bay ranch home in Silver Oak has it all. Large open floorplan with custom designed kitchen that is perfect for the chef in you life. Notice the rich colors and double water fall island that is the heart of this kitchen. There is a large walk in pantry also!! Rich warm colors accentuate this home throughout it's 4 bedroom, 3 full baths; including finished basement. Spring has sprung!! Enjoy your fully sodded yard and irrigated lawn as you lounge on your covered back patio which is accessed via 4 panel slider. The large open backyard has no backyard neighbors...a real plus!!! We hope you enjoy your tour!!

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Life of Paradise on Lake Bloomington! You could make this an Airbnb with the new lease. Plentiful (Anderson) windows to enjoy the most beautiful views. Relax and enjoy the sunsets on one of the most prime lake lots with .38 acres. Entertain in the four seasons room or summer fun out on the docks. The kids will love the diving board and slide & 2 boat ramps. You'll be amazed seeing the deer in the woods out your back windows. This sprawling ranch style home is an open plan, with an updated eat-in kitchen, cherry cabinets, granite counters, tile backsplash & breakfast bar, Stainless Steel (Kenmore) appliances. There is a wood burning stove, a gas fireplace, and could easily have a first floor laundry for your convenience. Plenty of storage in the lower level, plus 123 ft. of steel seawall. Newer 50 year roof.

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Stunning custom-built red pine log home situated on 16.57 acres of picturesque landscape. This unique property has a mix of timber, pasture, and even some tillable acres. Both the pond and the creek draw in a multitude of wildlife. The wrap around porch highlights the beauty of all this property has to offer. Unbelievable natural light feeds into the great room showcasing the gas log fireplace. Primary bedroom, bathroom and laundry are all located on the main level. 40 x 60 outbuilding contains additional living space featuring a kitchenette, full bath, and bedroom. The walkout basement was made for entertaining with its 25x26 family room and wet bar. Properties like this don't come up often!

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Perfection! This stunning newly built home by Compass Point Construction combines modern design with luxurious finishes. The exterior features a sleek and stylish design with clean lines, double door entry, and a blend of vinyl siding, brick and LP smart siding that creates a striking first impression. As you step inside, you will be greeted by a spacious floor plan, cathedral ceilings, and plenty of natural light! The main living area features a spacious living room with a tiled fireplace, a dining area perfect for entertaining with access to the patio, and a gourmet kitchen that is sure to delight any chef. The kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, a large quartz island, and plenty of cabinet/pantry space. This home offers three generously sized bedrooms, each with its own spacious closet. The master suite is a true retreat with a spa-like bathroom, double vanity sinks & a huge walk-in closet! Additional features of this home include a large great room located in the basement; first floor laundry room, & a two-car garage that includes a circuit equipped for electric vehicles. Outside, the front and side features lush sod, while the back yard has been seeded and is ready for your personal touch. The 12x24 patio offers plenty of space for outdoor living & entertainment. Located in a desirable neighborhood, this home is just minutes away from shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Do not miss the opportunity to make this stunning new construction home your own!

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This beautifully landscaped Ranch backs to its own little waterfront oasis including its own dock! You will want to see this gorgeous open-concept home! 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The kitchen boasts a large island, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and a walk in pantry. The eat-in kitchen opens up to the living room with it's beautiful fireplace. The daylight windowed lower level is ready for entertaining! Lots of room to relax and entertain with a built-in wet bar. The lower lever also has a large bedroom, full bath and 2 storage rooms. The house has outlets in the roof perfect for those Christmas lights! New in 2023...whole house generator, updated laundry area, fresh inside paint and landscaping! This home is move-in ready!

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