4757A N Hammer Road
Scales Mound, IL 61075

The perfect balance of seclusion, luxury living and exquisite views on this 27+ acre property. This is a true hidden gem. Situated at the end of a mile long drive is this sensational multigenerational enclave with two beatifully detailed homes: a main home and a guest house, both with exquisite architectural detail. The main house is a two story with walk out basement and in-law suite. The second home is a 3 bedroom 3 bath with attached two car heated and cooled garage/workshop/sauna/storage. The main home, circa early 1900, has been meticulously restored with the finest materials. This home offers approximately 4000 sf including 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, maple, cherry and hickory flooring throughout, custom cherry trim, cabinetry, paneling and stone fireplace surrounds on both the main and upper floors. The upper level is comprised of a spectacular great room with a statement stone fireplace, full bar with quartz countertop, 1/2 bath, expansive views and an upper walk out deck. Also, on this upper level, there are two bedrooms and a full bath. The main level features a large formal sunken living room, a spacious formal dining room with a table that accommodates 12 and a wall of windows accenting the incredible panoramic views, a guest bedroom, full bath and a kitchen that is a chef's delight with a walk in pantry. The kitchen and pantry include custom cherry cabinets, a full Subzero refrigerator and and adjacent Subzero double freezer drawers, an American range, Bosch stainless hood, Bosch dishwasher, marble counter tops and stone backsplash, a large island with butcher block surface and area for stools. There is a lower walkout level with an in-law apartment, a full kitchen and bath; craft room, laundry room with storage and a storge room with the mechanicals The home has an enormous wrap around porch with an outdoor kitchen and dining area, overlooking the 2 ponds. Near the main pond is a separate deck with seating and a stone pizza oven. The property has 2 stocked ponds, some acreage is in crop, some wooded areas and the utility buildings including: a green house, garden shed, large garage and machine shed. There is a second home on the property that is architecturally different with an open floor plan, however has also been meticulously finished. The exterior entry presents with a deep porch, the length of the home. Next to the entry door are three inset lead glass panels. The main living area is open with a great room area, stone fireplace, spacious kitchen with ample cabinetry for storage, stainless appliances with hood over stove, granite surfaces, area with stool seating and a large dining area. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 9' ceilings, heated floors throughout the structure and a walk-in pantry. The home has an attached - 2 car heated and cooled garage area with a room between them - this room contains a workshop and a sauna. This is not a small cottage - it is a sensational second residence. This property is a delight to see - ultimate in privacy and incredible views. The property is also offered with less acreage and the single main home. Additionally, the homes may purchased with all furnishings. Call for information on the turnkey offering or pricing with a single home and less acreage.