60 E Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Description

SPECTACULAR RANCH home with 3 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHROOMS and a beautifully FINISHED BASEMENT, backing to the pond and natural surroundings of VETERAN ACRES PARK-creating your own PRIVATE BACKYARD OASIS! Perfect for NATURE LOVERS, this special setting offers peaceful views and mature landscaping right outside your door. The main level features beautiful HARDWOOD FLOORS throughout the living room, dining room and bedrooms. The inviting living room offers a classic WHITE BRICK FIREPLACE and large picture window providing plenty of natural light. The UPDATED EAT-IN KITCHEN features Updated Wood Laminate Flooring, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS and NEW APPLIANCES, including a SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR and OVEN plus an LG DISHWASHER. The kitchen opens to a wonderful VAULTED THREE-SEASONS ROOM featuring a WOOD-BURNING STOVE-the perfect place to relax and take in the picturesque views. Step outside to the spacious DECK and FENCED BACKYARD surrounded by mature landscaping. The FINISHED BASEMENT takes this home to another level! A LARGE THIRD BEDROOM provides comfortable additional living space, complemented by a SECOND FULL BATHROOM with porcelain tile and wood laminate flooring. There is also a dedicated HOME OFFICE plus a separate LAUNDRY/MECHANICAL ROOM. But the real conversation piece is the UNIQUE SPEAKEASY-STYLE ROOM cleverly concealed behind a HIDDEN BOOKCASE DOOR-an unexpected and memorable space that's perfect for entertaining! Additional highlights include new roof (2025), new electric panel (2022), new air conditioner, newer windows and siding, newer furnace, gutter guards, and a freshly sealed driveway with SIDE APRON providing additional guest parking. Fantastic location close to DOWNTOWN CRYSTAL LAKE with shopping, dining, entertainment and the METRA TRAIN, plus convenient access to parks and recreation. Sought-after HUSMANN ELEMENTARY, HANNAH BEARDSLEY MIDDLE and PRAIRIE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL. A truly unique home combining a peaceful natural setting, versatile finished living space and one-of-a-kind features you won't find in the typical ranch!