Quite possibly the most beautiful horse-friendly property in all of McHenry County, this charming Massachusetts-style deck house is nestled on an absolutely idyllic hillside setting with towering mature hardwoods (oak, walnut, shagbark, hickory), gorgeous perennials, wildflowers, a soothing meandering creek, and an abundant birding community (including turkeys, eagles, hawks, owls, woodpeckers, blue jays, orioles, cranes and more). This 17 acre Bull-Valley-like property features 2 split-rail fenced pastures, riding ring, and multiple outbuilding's including a high quality, home-matching, 4+ stall barn (with tack room, foaling room, workshop, hay loft, replenishing fountain), another for storage, and a enchanting, inspirational "she shed" ideal for a multitude of artistic delights including gardening, painting, pottery, and more (featured in multiple media including Country Home, Country Gardens, Country Living and HGTV). The custom, attractive 4 bedroom home with attached 3-car garage features 4,000+ sq.ft. of dynamic living space, amazing views, an abundance of natural light, elevated, beamed, natural wood ceilings, walls of windows facing a new, stunning wrap around deck system, primary bedroom suite, large island kitchen (with an amazing, picturesque garden view), welcoming foyer, mud/laundry room, a specialized interior gardening area with active drainage system, and a walk-out lower level with recreation room. Located a short hop to Lake Geneva, Woodstock's Historic Square, and Metra's Harvard station, "Happy Trails" is truly a wondrous property that must be seen and experienced.
