**Charming Fixer-Upper in Prime Location** This spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a perfect opportunity for those looking to personalize their dream space. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors and situated on a generous .61-acre lot, there's plenty of room for outdoor activities and potential expansion. The unfinished basement provides additional storage or potential living space, while the 1-car garage adds convenience and protects your vehicle from the elements. 2nd detached garage with concrete floor and electric. With some work, this property has the potential to shine! Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to invest in a home with great potential. New gas heat is 2001. Detached garage had new roof 3 yrs ago. Hardwood floors under the carpet in living room. Terra cotta under vinyl in kitchen. Front of home roof new in 98. Back half done 09. During heavy rains it could leak around chimney. Seller has taken steps in past around flashing.
Your 57+ acre slice of paradise awaits you... Within minutes of SIU, and SIH Hospital, you get the best of both worlds: your own rural haven and easy access to Carbondale's amenities! This beautiful 4 bed, 3 bath home with gorgeous redwood siding, spans 4,120 sqft with breathtaking woodland and wildlife views. The soaring cathedral ceiling carries through the expansive dining room with full feature brick fireplace into the 4 seasons sunroom with its own mini-split unit for convenient temperature control and year round enjoyment. The spacious living room features an energy wood stove and overlooks the pond. The rest of the main story encompasses the kitchen with plenty of storage, the primary suite with ensuite bath and more stunning views as well as the 2nd bedroom with a shared bath. Downstairs you'll find the walk-out basement that could be a full living quarters on its own, with a kitchenette, full bath, office and two bedrooms. Outside, enjoy the large deck or the patio beneath, with beautiful views of the pond featuring two small islands and a dock for water activities. New septic aeration system installed (2024). New roof (2024). The homes entry way, living room, porch, and dining room are all handicap accessible. The approximately 57.98 acres are protected by a lifelong conservation easement, allowing plenty of ways to enjoy the property to its fullest potential.
Spring is Calling. Welcome the season of renewal in this exceptional 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath lake-access home, where EVERY BEDROOM FEATURES A NEWLY RENOVATED PRIVATE ENSUITE, an uncommon luxury that offers comfort and privacy for family and guests alike. Thoughtfully reimagined for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, the FULLY REMODELED KITCHEN showcases QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, soft-close cabinetry, and a functional layout that flows seamlessly into open gathering spaces. The dramatic living room is anchored by a soaring 16-foot VAULTED CEILING and GAS FIREPLACE, creating an airy yet inviting atmosphere filled with natural light, perfect as the days grow longer. Just beyond, the dedicated LIBRARY BAR provides a refined space for hosting or relaxing evenings at home. The primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a fully RENOVATED SPA-INSPIRED bath featuring a JET TUB and WALK-IN CLOSET. A main-level mudroom and laundry area with generous storage adds convenience, while the updated garage includes NEW AUTOMATIC GARAGE DOORS and an ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT for modern efficiency. Step outside to multiple levels of low-maintenance COMPOSITE DECKING that wrap the home and embrace the surrounding lake setting-an ideal backdrop for spring mornings, outdoor dining, and peaceful evenings. Enjoy COMMUNITY ACCESS to the LAKE, POOL, CLUBHOUSE, and TENNIS COURTS, enhancing the resort-style experience. Located in Southern Illinois' most scenic region, you'll appreciate close proximity to Shawnee National Forest, Giant City State Park, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, along with convenient access to SIUC, regional healthcare, and dining. (some images digitally staged). This is more than a home, it's a lifestyle defined by natural beauty, privacy, and elevated comfort.
Welcome to your dream home, a truly one-of-a-kind luxury lakeside retreat nestled in the heart of nature, where sophistication meets serenity. This spacious 4 to 5-bedroom, 3-bath home is perfectly positioned on a private lake in one of the area's most exclusive wooded communities. Instantly, you'll be captivated by the park-like grounds, featuring lush landscaping, charming footbridges, and tranquil water fountains that create an ambiance of peace and privacy. Whether you're enjoying a morning coffee on the patio, hosting a gathering around the firepit, or taking in the breathtaking views from the hot tub, this property provides the perfect backdrop. Inside, this home is full of custom design touches and high-end finishes throughout. The open-concept layout is ideal for entertaining, with large windows that flood the space with natural light and showcase the surrounding beauty. The kitchen and baths offer modern style and comfort, while a secret bonus space adds an element of surprise and versatility-perfect for a home office, creative studio, or hidden retreat. This property also offers access to the large lake and dock, pool, clubhouse, and tennis court. This home is move-in ready and designed for both comfort and elegance. Whether you're relaxing indoors or out, you will enjoy the feeling of living in a private sanctuary. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a lakeside home where every detail has been considered. It is also close to Giant City Park and Blue Sky Winery.

Carbondale is located in Illinois. Carbondale, Illinois 62902has a population of 22,388. Carbondale 62902 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 24.5% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.05%.
The median household income in Carbondale, Illinois 62902 is $24,452. The median household income for the surrounding county is $41,699 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Carbondale 62902 is 24.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 23.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 45.6 inches per year, with 10.3 inches of snow per year.