Just listed– 60-acre recreational property with an eye-catching, custom-built log home located in the heart of Jo Daviess County. Nestled in the hills between Elizabeth and Galena Territory, this property is among the picturesque valley views witnessed from the popular Scenic overlook on Hwy 20. This valley is quite possibly the most beautiful valley in all of Illinois. Surrounded by hills, mature forests and abundant wildlife, it’s an ideal location to become immersed in nature. Whether used as a getaway or permanent residence, in this serene setting, you can’t help but relax, have fun and live. Loved and cherished as a place to enjoy life, it is an adored spot by its owners and visitors alike. The home is a Heart Built, custom home. The home has 3 floors with the primary living area on the center level. Beautiful hardwood floors that have been fully restored in 2024. The kitchen is large enough to impress any chef and boasts high quality, black, granite, counter tops and newer stainless-steel appliances. The basement level is a fully finished and livable area that covers 1/3 of the square footage of the home. This level includes a gas fireplace, a large bedroom, a generous full bathroom and a laundry/utility room. The third level is where the master bedroom is located. Access is up a beautiful staircase built using half logs and overlooks the great room below. Accessible from the master bedroom, a wrap-around upper deck was fully rebuilt in 7/2024. The property includes 2 large sheds that can be utilized for a multitude of purposes. The primary shed/garage has an asphalt floor and a fully functional workshop with a heated area, a full bathroom with shower and large overhead doors on both ends. Adjacently, another large shed was built as a horse-riding arena with a sand floor. The pond on the property is about ¾ of an acre and primarily over 15’ deep. The game fish include largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and more! With all 60 acres accessible, this is the perfect property for ATV and snowmobile enthusiasts. Additionally, hunting here is world class. Conservation area, Tapley Woods, borders the property, along with endless fields of hay and cropland. In addition, the property has a grid tied solar array professionally built by Eagle Point Solar which offset electrical costs. Most months solar produces more electricity than the home uses. There are several contractors in place for updating that are scheduled to be completed end of July. Seller says if people want to view prior to work being done, they are welcome to.