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Island Lake,IL 60042
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,783 sqft
Price per Sqft $168
Subdivision Island Lake Estates
MLS Listing ID 12436396
Style Cottage
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1946
Annual Tax Amount $5,750
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 8,276 Sqft
Lot Dimensions 60x140x89x108
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Welcome to 224 Channel Drive, a distinctive chalet-style home perfectly located on the channel to Island Lake, offering water views from both the front and back yards. This home is a rare find with its warm architectural charm, mature landscaping, and thoughtful updates throughout, such as the remodeled kitchen by KDA, and it has 2 fireplaces. Step into the vaulted-ceiling living room adorned with rich, solid mahogany wood paneling and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. An open loft above adds character and flexibility to the floor plan, leading to the private second-floor primary suite with its own closet and full bath. The loft area could also be converted to a possible bedroom, as it already has a cedar-lined closet. The beautifully updated kitchen features custom-built natural maple plywood cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, a built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator with matching panel fronts, a full-sized freezer in the pantry/utility area, and a cleverly designed base cabinet with an appliance lift-ideal for mixers or food processors. All the appliances (electric range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher & microwave) are included, even the washer and dryer. The dryer is currently a gas dryer, but there is an unused 220V line available if you choose to have an electric dryer someday. The pantry/utility area also accommodates a first-floor laundry with a stacked washer and dryer. The space is mostly wheelchair accessible and could be fully accessible with modifications. There is even a desk area and a built-in buffet-style cabinet. Enjoy the spacious beamed family room with a vent-free gas fireplace and a double-deep closet with dual clothes rods. Two additional bedrooms are located on the first floor, along with ceramic tile flooring throughout for ease of maintenance. All windows throughout this home have vertical blinds, mini blinds, draperies, or Roman shades for window coverings. This home offers extra living spaces, including a private indoor sauna, an attached 3-season room, and a dining area off the remodeled kitchen, making it even more perfect for entertaining. Outside, there is a concrete driveway and a partially fenced backyard (with a grandfathered-in fence along the water's edge) that opens to a deck on the channel edge and a cantilevered pier with boat cleats ideal for docking a pontoon or fishing boat. There is even a hookup for a gas grill, so you no longer need to worry about running out of gas right in the middle of BBQ'ing. The steel seawall (which was replaced in the late 90's) provides added protection and structure along the channel. Mature trees provide natural shade and privacy, and the climbing vines help keep the home cool in the summer months. Island Lake's 10-horsepower limit makes it an ideal location for peaceful activities such as boating, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing. With an amplified roof antenna and rotor offering reception to over 60 free TV channels, and all appliances included, this waterfront retreat is move-in ready and packed with a range of amenities. This home is sold "As Is".
Location
State IL
County Lake
Area Island Lake
Rooms
Basement None
Interior
Interior Features Cathedral Ceiling(s),Sauna,1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Bookcases,Beamed Ceilings,Paneling,Pantry
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Laminate,Carpet
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning,Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen,Gas Log,Gas Starter,Includes Accessories
Equipment TV Antenna,TV-Rotor,CO Detectors,Ceiling Fan(s),Water Heater-Gas
Fireplace Y
Appliance Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Electric Oven
Laundry Main Level,Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,In Unit,Laundry Closet,Sink
Exterior
Exterior Feature Outdoor Grill,Dock
Garage Spaces 1.5
Community Features Park,Lake,Water Rights,Street Lights,Street Paved
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Lot Description Channel Front,Landscaped,Water Rights,Mature Trees,Level
Dwelling Type Detached Single
Building Description Aluminum Siding,Block, No
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Aluminum Siding,Block
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Cotton Creek Elementary School
Middle Schools Matthews Middle School
High Schools Wauconda Comm High School
School District 118 ,118, 118
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None