Garrett Hillary

An incredibly unique find! Experience the utmost in luxury, privacy, and quality in a location just minutes from all the shopping, fine dining, and activities of Downtown Galena combined with the privacy, expanse, and scenic beauty of a setting offering a rural feel. Tucked at the end of a long private drive nestled amidst the trees on over 13 rolling acres sits this dramatically-styled 4 bed/3.5 bath masterpiece custom-designed and built as a personal residence of the former owner of one of Galena's premier builders, Galena Hillside Homes, and featuring stunning architecture, incredible craftsmanship and design, high-end finish work, and a flair of rustic elegance all combined with manicured grounds, elevated views, internal trails, expansive garage totaling 4+ car capacity, incredible outdoor living areas, and so much more. Stunning two story foyer with grand custom staircase by Gary David Woodworks greets you upon entry, and opens to sprawling main level featuring generous living room with wood clad cathedral ceilings and floor-to-ceiling brick surround gas fireplace, modern kitchen with gorgeous custom cabinetry, a mix of granite and Corian counters, eat-at center island, large pantry, glass doored built-in hutch, and eat-in breakfast nook that feeds to expansive rear composite deck with breathtaking views of the treed backdrop and surrounding property, formal dining room with ample space to entertain, incredible laundry room with upper and lower cabinetry, sink, and folding counter, convenient powder room, and spacious master suite with walk-in closet and spa-like master bath with updated soaking tub and luxurious full tile surround separate shower. Ascend to the upper level to find two comfortable guest bedrooms and a nicely appointed full bath with tub/shower combo and tile accent surround. Retreat to the finished walk-out lower to find a haven for recreation, entertainment and relaxation that houses sweeping family room with custom wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling limestone surround gas fireplace and wet bar, full fitness room, additional guest bedroom, open office area, and utility room with storage and secondary laundry area. Huge, heated 4+ car garage that has plenty of room for vehicles, toys, workshop and more, and even has a semi-finished loft area above that is heated, cooled and plumbed for another full bath for future expansion. Enjoy the outdoors and beautiful natural scenery from several outdoor areas that include the aforementioned main level deck with natural gas pipe for grill and firepit, warm and inviting covered front porch, generous rear concrete patio, and private patio off garage rear. Exterior is highlighted by extensive landscaping, limestone stairs to rear yard, and amazing stamped and exposed aggregate driveway. Picturesque acreage contains a nice mixture of treed and open grounds, ample recreation space, trails that meander throughout the property, and all the privacy one could ever hope for! Truly a one-of-a-kind Galena experience. Additional Tax ID numbers are 22-200-061-00 and 22-200-061-54. Taxes and approximate total acreage are a combination of all parcels. Square footage is approximate. Taxes on house parcel have owner occupied, senior, and home improvement exemptions. *One listing agent (Jonathan Miller) is related to sellers.

Frank Lloyd Wright would have no problem calling this home! The location features a commanding view of The Galena Territory and the rural countryside of Jo Daviess County. Despite being only Â½ mile from the entrance to The Galena Territory, Highlands Restaurant, the General Golf Course, and the Country Store, this home is totally immersed in the woods surrounded by green space. Virtually an island of privacy. The home site is on an overlook providing vast vistas of the area, as can be seen on the Topo Map. Make this property an upscaled equestrian home where the zoning allows the stabling of up to 2 horses and the erection of an accessory structure to be used as a stable and corral. Stunning prairie design and superior craftsmanship make all the difference. The ownerâ??s elegant prairie decorating ties the home and interior into one of the most desirable homes in The Galena Territory. The first-floor plan features the kitchen, dining room and living room in a grouping with a surrounding deck. A double-sided stone fireplace ties the dining room and living room together. There is a spacious foyer and gas-fired old mountain pot belly stove in the sitting area. The kitchen features abundant prep space, granite counters/backsplash and space to eat at the counter, and adjacent to the 2nd dining area. Included on the 1st floor is the laundry room, half bath and master ensuite guest room with dual vanities, glass/tile shower and soaking tub. When you go upstairs to the Master suit/office be ready for the WOW factor. Two decks (bedroom & office) where the view makes you feel elevated to the highest point in the county. Two story vaulted ceiling and a stone fireplace. Oversized master bath with water closet, dual vanities soaking tub and tile/glass shower. A 4 X 10 walk-in closet. The second floor also includes 3 guest bedrooms and 2 full baths. The heated garage has 3 bays and a full storage above. Other upgrades include but not limited to roughhewn wood flooring, solid 6 panel hickory doors, tankless hot water, SS appliances, built-in bookcases and a 400 FT blacktop driveway. The home is being sold unfurnished, however, with a few exceptions, all furnishings can be easily negotiated on a separate bill of sale at closing. The original home was built in 1985; in 2009 the current home was completely rebuilt new, around the original stone fireplace/chimney and some of the original foundation. With a septic system modification, the home could apply for a transient rental license. Nicor Gas and Sand Prairie Fiber Optics are available on the street for connection. The sale is subject to the GTA documentation fee. All Acreage, Lot Dimensions, and Square Footage from County Records.

This townhouse is located at 13 Valleywood Ln, Galena, IL. 13 Valleywood Ln is in Galena, IL and in ZIP code 61036. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,130 sqft of floor space. This property was built in 1988.

Bright and airy 4 bed, 3.5 bath custom contemporary with views for miles sited on park-like 2.15-acre homesite featuring open layout, exceptional finishes, absolutely stunning vistas of The Galena Territory and beyond, oversized two car attached garage, and detached shop building with radiant heat, ample work/storage space and multiple skylights, screened patio, and upper-level hobby space with woodstove. Inviting covered front porch greets you upon approach and opens to main level offering dramatic living room with soaring cathedral ceiling and beamed accents, towering stone surround woodburning fireplace, large windows that frame in the breathtaking views with upper transoms for added light, built-in media cabinetry, rustic, wide plank pine flooring, and access to expansive rear deck to enjoy the panoramas, gourmet kitchen with gorgeous custom cabinetry, huge center island with sink, granite counters, double oven and gas cooktop with hood, separate prep sink, some lit glass door cabinets for display, integrated desk space and adjoining breakfast nook that feeds to huge screened-in porch and small side deck perfect for the grill that also has stairs to rear yard, generous dining area with plenty of room to entertain, private office with storage closet, laundry/mud room with cabinetry, sink, folding counter and walk-in storage closet, centrally located powder room, and spacious primary bedroom with nicely appointed private bath that houses dual vanities, tile floors, corner shower and incredible walk-in closet with storage system. Retreat to the finished walk-out lower level with radiant in-floor heat to find a sprawling family room with lots of area for relaxation and recreation, additional gas fireplace (currently inoperable), secondary laundry closet for guest convenience, and access to rear yard and pathway to shop building, comfortable guest suite with adjoining bath that has double vanity and tub/shower combo, two comfortable guest bedrooms, one with room to house multiple beds or sitting area, well-positioned additional full bath, bonus room used for storage, and utility room with even more storage space. Oversized two car garage offers ample room for vehicles and workspace and asphalt drive allows for plenty of additional parking. Detached shop building with radiant heat (no a/c) has flexibility for woodworker's dream, hobby area, recreation space, garden/lawn/greenhouse hub and features double door front access, cathedral ceilings with skylights, screened side patio with storage room, and even has upper level with loft landing and bonus room with woodstove and another vantage point to take in the amazing views. Manicured grounds surround the house with lots of yard space to enjoy, and beautiful landscaping highlights the exterior and includes front garden with limestone accents and a multitude of plantings. Lot is zoned for two horses. Some furniture available if one desires. Close proximity to Shenandoah Riding Center, and just a short drive to all amenities of The Galena Territory, including Owners' Club with indoor pool, outdoor pool, fitness facility, game room, multi-sport gym, tennis courts and more, scenic Lake Galena, and miles of gorgeous paved and unpaved trails. Just minutes from Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa 63 holes of golf, multiple restaurants, The Country Store, and the newly renovated Stonedrift Spa.

Uran Kabashi is a results-driven real estate professional with a passion for helping clients navigate the Chicago market. With over a decade of experience in sales and marketing—spanning tech startups to global financial firms—he brings a strategic, client-focused approach to every relationship.

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Uran Kabashi

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$450,000 to $1,350,000

2,300 ft² to 3,600 ft²

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