8783 N Elizabeth Scales Mound Scales Mound, IL 61075

The highest point in the state of Illinois is for sale! Throughout our entire country there are only 5 state highest points owned by private individuals and now Sullivan Realty is proud to offer not only the highest point but also the gorgeous custom built "Montana" style ranch home with multi-level wrap around decks with it ! We believe this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be able to purchase such a unique and truly one of a kind property. Being the states highest point is the big story with this property but there is so much more here being offered. The home and high point sit within 58 acres of beautiful "park like" wooded property which also includes 3 ponds, an historic 1800's era barn, a brand new steel sided pole building and garden sheds. Being the states high point one would expect to find some incredible views and In fact the views are so amazing that from the beautiful back deck you can see definable landmarks in the state of Wisconsin and Iowa over 27 miles away ! Watching a good sunset over that much real estate is breathtaking every single time. The owned driveway is over a mile long to get back to the house and as you wind your way up to the house you feel like you have entered a well groomed park. Beautiful large oaks hanging over the driveway as you pass by the 3 ponds on your left and then the beautifully restored 1870's barn on your right just give you a feeling of peace and calm as you head to the top. At the top, the well maintained 3,200 sq ft home is sided with premium stained cedar siding and has an incredible multi-level deck system wrapping around nearly the entire house where it is impossible to go into the house without taking in the views. Flower gardens decorate the exterior bringing wonderful color and beauty to the already amazing scene. This 4 bedroom 3 bath 1996 built home has been meticulously maintained by its owners and is designed to entertain guests with the huge decks and the equally massive great room. The home has beautiful oak hardwood flooring and ceramic tile. New appliances throughout the house as well as a new water heater and a huge pantry room. The master suite is on the main floor with the remaining bedrooms downstairs. There is also an unfinished section of basement that could be turned into more bedrooms. The house has 220 power, a top of the line Per-Mar Security system. There is also an unattached 2.5 stall garage and a 24x40 brand new pole barn. The 58 acres of woods and ponds are abounding in wildlife, be sure to checkout the pictures in the listing !! Large whitetail bucks and flocks of wild turkeys are seen on this property daily. This property is about a 20 minute drive from the beautiful and historic downtown city of Galena IL and about 2.5 hours west of Chicagoland. So whether you are interested in this property because of it being the states highest point, or you simply want a beautiful farm with amazing views to recreate on or possibly see the rental possibilities of such a property, it truly is a special place and a very rare opportunity to own a truly one of a kind property like this. More acres available. See MLS #202304373. 24 hours notice to show.