So much bigger than it appears, this back split has it's kitchen in the lower level with sliding door to expansive deck with gazebo that stays with home and overlooks the incredible views of the ravine that once held beautiful Lake Marian which was popular in the 50' and 60's making this area a destination in it's day. Today the lake is no longer there but offers privacy not readily available at this price. It is part of the Lake Marian River Conservancy District and allows for less restrictive living in this unincorporated area, park your RV, boat, trailer or work truck in the expanded driveway. Foyer on main level with rich dark brown parquet flooring, new stylish light fixture and another entry to house from oversized garage into mudroom like area just waiting for you to add your Pottery Barn cubicles, which opens to large living area with electric fireplace, flanked by built in shelves. The short staircase of dark treads and white risers leads to upper level with gleaming hardwood floors in all three bedrooms. Many new and newer features including beautiful custom landscape backsplash in kitchen with ambient lighting under cabinets, new hot water heater, newer furnace and A/C condenser and newer roof & windows too. Set at the end of the street surrounded by lush woods this home can be your own private retreat yet close to all modes of transportation, the Fox River Shores Forest Preserve, shopping and all conveniences.