There are no words for this property..."OPEN GATE" produces a new sensation every season! The 180 degree views will astound you! This modern flair home was designed by Chicago Architect Will Quam and built by Forbes Giles, a builder of many upscale homes on Lake Geneva. This 6 plus acre property includes a 1 acre spring fed fishing pond and overlooks 78 acres of McHenry County Conservation. Enjoy incredible, expansive space in every room from the large cathedral ceiling Family Room to the cozy heated sunroom with a full wall of windows to view your inground pool that appears to be floating on the conservation. The natural light is phenomenal everywhere! You will LOVE the elevator for easy grocery handling! This is a retreat in your own back yard, ideal for weekends or full time living. There is something for everyone here with the pool, fishing, play set, gardening, conservation, bird watching...you name it. No Real Estate Sign but "OPEN GATE" sign at street.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
6.47 acresLot Size
$214Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Stephanie Berry• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.47 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
4,240
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
13-09-200-011
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
A1
Agriculture District
The intent of the A-1 Agriculture District is to permit agricultural purposes and activities. Residences are allowed on large agricultural parcels within the County. The standards of the A-1 District promote the continuation of farming and protect agricultural land uses from the encroachment of incompatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Communications tower
Park & open space
Oct 22, 2027 • Active
Demolition
Demolition
Sep 29, 2023 • Final
Building department
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# Of Cars: 5
# of Garage Spaces: 5
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)