1828 Orchard Beach Road

McHenry, IL 60050

Welcome to a phenomenal, one-of-a-kind Chain O'Lakes Fox River riverfront custom dream home built 2006 featuring approximately 5600 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths, and four levels of gorgeous living space. The inviting covered porch entry opens to an impressive two-story foyer. The beautiful great room, measuring 31x28, encompasses the kitchen, dining area and living room, all adorned by a bead-board ceiling. The epicurean's kitchen boasts white shaker-style cabinets with crown molding, glistening tile backsplash, quartzite countertops, huge island and includes a butler's pantry featuring granite planning desk, additional storage and access to laundry room. Open dining area features beautiful windows, cozy window seat and French door to the screen porch, both with amazing river views. Spacious living room is complemented by a field stone fireplace with built-in custom cabinetry and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows featuring double French doors to a remarkable 63x12 wrap-around covered porch with grand staircase leading down to the yard and river front. Back inside... the beautiful wood staircase winds up to the lofts of the third and fourth levels. Double doors open to the immense top level primary suite featuring a lavish ceiling, large walk-in closet, peaceful sitting room with fireplace and a wall of windows with gorgeous water views and eight-foot-high double French doors that open to the 63x12 wrap-around balcony overlooking the Fox River and boasting spectacular panoramic views. The lovely private bath is complemented by a large quartzite topped double sink vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower. Serene second suite offers a vaulted ceiling and the third full bath. Spacious third bedroom is currently used as an office. Beautifully designed fourth and fifth bedrooms are complemented by bead-board wainscot walls, large closets, and stunning windows all for the splendor of your family or guests. Second large luxurious bathroom is shared by these bedrooms. The spacious recreations room features a loft-style ceiling, attractive granite bar with two built-in beverage coolers, convenient half bath, utility room and multiple storage areas. Additional features in this exquisite home include elegant 8-inch crown moldings, 8-inch base moldings, 8-foot high two-panel doors and extra high ceilings. An extraordinary amount of recessed lighting is found throughout the home. Stunning Brazilian oak hardwood flooring graces much of the main living areas and 4th & 5th bedrooms. Sparkling ceramic tiles are present in the bathrooms. The attached three-car finished garage offers attractive overhead doors. Oversized driveway easily parks ten vehicles and has turn-around space or a place to park your boat trailer or RV. Additional exterior features include cement siding, Juliet balcony and metal roof. Porches, balcony, and permanent pier offer easy maintenance composite decking. Fantastic permanent pier has huge sun decks and swim ladder. Beautifully landscaped and wooded yard features brick paver walkways, fence, river side fire pit, heavy duty flagpole, steel seawall with a concrete walkway along the 66 feet of shoreline and highly desirable public sewer. Expansive outdoor storage area under the front porch is perfect for patio furniture, boat gear and water toys. This incredible Orchard Beach property is located north of the no-wake zone in McHenry, offers direct lake access to the north by boat, or take a quick ride or maybe enjoy a short walk south to downtown McHenry for a variety of dining and entertainment opportunities including the meandering river walk and riverfront park. Come enjoy the relaxing waterfront lifestyle in this impressive home that is perfect for entertaining your most discerning guests.

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