Private 35 Acres with Home Overlooking 5 Acre Lake – Hunting & Horses Welcome
Property Details
Status:
For Sale
Acreage:
35.4000
Price:
$399,500.00
Address:
8041 Chittyville Rd
Johnston City, IL 62951
Coordinates:
37.827950 / -89.008250
Price Per Acre:
$11,285.31
Property Type:
Curtis Rogers: Real Estate Broker
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a private 35-acre retreat in rural Williamson County, Illinois, just minutes from Herrin. This thoughtfully designed property offers the perfect balance of modern comfort, natural beauty, and recreational potential — ideal for full-time living, a weekend escape, or a multi-generational family compound.
At the heart of the property sits a beautifully crafted 1,200 square foot home featuring 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with an open-concept floor plan designed to maximize space and natural light. Soaring vaulted ceilings create an airy, inviting atmosphere, while a spacious loft provides flexibility for a potential second bedroom, guest quarters, office, or hobby space. The interior is finished with high-end cabinetry, quartz countertops, and quality finishes throughout, blending modern style with rustic charm.
Step outside to enjoy both covered front and back porches that overlook a stunning, stocked 5-acre lake. Whether you're sipping morning coffee, entertaining guests, or winding down at sunset, the peaceful water views and surrounding countryside create a truly relaxing setting. The lake offers excellent fishing and attracts abundant wildlife, enhancing the property's private retreat feel.
The 35 acres provide a versatile mix of open ground and natural habitat, perfect for horses, recreation, and outdoor living. The property also offers excellent deer hunting opportunities, making it an ideal sportsman’s getaway. With ample space for trails, food plots, pasture, or additional improvements, the land is well-suited for a variety of uses.
Storage and functionality are unmatched with three pole barn garages, providing plenty of room for vehicles, boats, tractors, ATVs, and equipment. The layout of the property also allows for additional homesites, making it an excellent option for a family getaway, guest cabins, or future investment potential.
Whether you're seeking a peaceful primary residence, a vacation property, hunting retreat, or long-term investment, this one-of-a-kind Southern Illinois property offers privacy, water, acreage, and modern amenities in a beautiful rural setting. Opportunities like this are rare — a turnkey home, stocked lake, usable acreage, and room to grow all in one exceptional property.
Details
- 5 acre Private Lake
- 1200 Sq Ft Home Built in 2024
- 3 Pole Barns
- Private Settting
- Possible Air B&B
- Room for more homes/cabins
- Fishing/Hunting
- Secluded but close to Herrin

