20598 maggie Lane

Nestled at the end of a quiet country lane, offers a rare opportunity to own your own hidden paradise. Situated on approximately 127± acres, this custom-built country estate provides peaceful seclusion with virtually no neighbors, making it the ideal hunting retreat, retirement escape, recreational property, or private family compound. Built in 1984 - 2010, the custom home offers approximately 2480, ± square feet of living space featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms. The home has been well maintained by the original owners and includes two complete heating and cooling systems for comfort throughout the home, including a brand-new heater unit recently installed. Additional features include an extra-large attached garage, updated metal roofing, and two water heaters - one tankless and one electric - providing excellent efficiency and convenience for everyday living. The land is truly a nature lover's dream with planted trees that have undergone TSI (Timber Stand Improvement) select cutting within the last 3 years, helping create exceptional wildlife habitat, improved timber growth, and outstanding hunting opportunities. A private pond further enhances the beauty and peaceful setting of this Southern Illinois retreat. The property also features a fenced chicken coop area, perfect for hobby farming or country living enthusiasts. Additional improvements include a massive 60'x60' pole barn with electric offering abundant storage and workspace, along with a large commercial greenhouse with electric, heat and water misters ideal for gardening, farming, or business opportunities. The property has an excellent deer and turkey population along with a wide variety of birds if you are a bird watcher. Whether you are searching for a peaceful forever home, hunting paradise, recreational getaway, or multi-use country estate, this one-of-a-kind Southern Illinois property offers unmatched privacy, versatility, and endless possibilities. Bonus this property backs up to 11,000 acres of Shawnee National Forest.