807 S Fleming Road, Bull Valley, IL 60098

$1,225,000 Asking Price

3 beds
3 baths
3,569  sqft
Built in 1860

Extraordinary country estate nestled in the heart of picturesque Bull Valley, characterized by rolling hills, green pastures, majestic trees, and gorgeous horse farms. As you approach "Maidstone", the home's affectionate name, you're greeted by elegant brick pillars and a wrought iron gate. The driveway leads you uphill to a beautifully restored barn featuring stables on the ground level and a spacious main area which provides an idyllic setting for parties or large family gatherings. Next, you'll find a stunning 20x40 heated inground pool, complete with a screen house and reclaimed Chicago Common Brick decking. Adjacent to the pool is a three-car garage, above which is a spacious generous apartment perfect for guests, an au pair, or a caretaker. The garage connects to the home via a charming white-columned portico. Moving inside, you're greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere with abundant deep-set windows, oversized white woodwork, arched doorways, and hardwood floors. The updated country kitchen boasts an 7-foot island, glass-front cabinets and a large kitchen table. The kitchen opens into both the dining room and the sunroom with a fireplace and numerous windows - a perfect spot for enjoying morning coffee with lovely views in all seasons. This remarkable home offers countless special features, including four fireplaces, walnut-paneled library, master suite with a large walk-in closet and cozy sitting area, and finished English lower level with radiant heated floors and wine cellar. Towering locust trees sway gently in the breeze, framing the lush 3+ acre property. This serene estate is just minutes from historic Woodstock, where you can enjoy fine dining, theater performances, a local farmers market, the Metra train station, and the famous "Groundhog Day" celebration. Lastly, but not leastly, located near the members only bridle trails, maintained by the Bull Valley Riding Club, which also offer a variety of community activities. Come experience this enchanting estate - you'll fall in love at first sight! Proof of funds or preapproval letter required for showings to be approved.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
Rooms:
Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Eating Area, Library, Screened Porch, Sitting Room, Heated Sun Room, Walk In Closet, Other Room
Master Bath:
Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
Appliances:
Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener Owned, Down Draft, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
Sink
Basement:
Full, English
A/C:
Central Air, Zoned
Heating:
Natural Gas, Steam, Baseboard, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, More than one, Fireplaces: 4
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Stone,Fiber Cement, Porch Screened, Brick Paver Patio, In Ground Pool, Storms/Screens, Fire Pit, Breezeway, Box Stalls, Barn(s), Guest House, Other, Shed(s), Cabana
Style:
Cottage, English
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 3

Construction

Roofing:
Shake
General:
1.5 Story, Concrete Perimeter

Location

HOA Amenities:
Pool, Horse-Riding Trails, Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
200
County:
McHenry

Lot

Zoning:
1302300036

Utilities

Utilities:
200+ Amp Service
Water:
Private Well
Sewer:
Septic-Private

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
RE/MAX Suburban, Carol Hoefer

About Woodstock, IL

Housing

Number of Units
14,195
Median Home Value
$213,923
Median Rent
$928

29.82% of housing units are renter occupied.

5.47% are vacant.

Commute

Car
78.85%
Public Transportation
1.65%
Walk to Work
0.79%
Work from Home
18.41%
Other
0.14%

The median travel time to work is 24 minutes.

People

Population
36,388
Median Age
39.30
Median Household Size
2.76

Education

High School
28.80%
Associate’s Degree
8.97%
Bachelor’s Degree
18.93%
Graduate Degree
12.73%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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