$297,000

***ASKING FOR "ABSOLUTE BEST OFFERS" no later than 4 p.m., Feb. 23rd*** HERE'S A REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY THAT OFFERS A HEATED OUTBUILDING, SERENE COUNTRY SETTING AND BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED 2,209 SQ. FT. HOME! 35'x23' heated and insulated outbuilding comes equipped with an air compressor, welder's table, vises, grinder, workbench, 2 service doors and an 8'x12' overhead door with opener! 2-way asphalt driveway welcomes you to this Waterman, IL rural retreat! Full view glass entry door opens into this lovely home showcasing a knotty pine 4-season room with 11' vaulted beamed ceiling, Andersen and viewing windows, and backup gas wall mounted heat system. This favorite gathering area opens onto the deck offering lower-level grilling patio. There is a wall opening from the 4-season room to the kitchen area, keeping the heart of this home light and bright. The kitchen presents new glass globe transitional ceiling-fan light, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, pantry cupboard, breakfast bar and 3-Amish crafted bar stools! Enjoy the cozy Living Room boasting a brick surround gas log lit fireplace and bay window with panoramic views of the spectacular countryside! The quaint dining room presents a corner China hutch. There is a remodeled bath that shares this main level. Stunning quartz vanity top, fancy tile backsplash, barn-look porcelain tile flooring, tile surround walk-in shower with custom niche and bonus hand held shower spray. New carpeting continues into the Primary Bedroom with other bedroom offering hardwood flooring. The lookout lower level accommodates a Family Room, 3rd bedroom and office/craft room, while featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring with convenient 3/4 bath nearby. Popular wood elements combined with gray and white color schemes create ambiance and comfort in this very well-maintained home. The laundry-utility room has a washer, electric dryer, utility sink, 2nd refrigerator/freezer, 2021 new power vented hot water heater and water softener. This property is ag zoned and is serviced by a private well and septic system. Powered by electric, this home also has natural gas servicing the heated outbuilding, wall mounted gas heater that is a "backup heat system" in the 4-season room, water heater and gas lit fireplace logs. Aluminum siding and metal roofing makes this homestead care-free living at its finest!