248 Oak Road, Lot #WP001 , Herod, IL 62947(Pope County)

Beautiful country home and acreage in an area known for big bucks! This home has a total of 2,160 sq. ft. of living space with three bedrooms and one bathroom. A long time ago this home was a schoolhouse. The current owners have held on to some the history of this home. The layout and the large chalkboard that still hangs on the wall adding a nice bit of uniqueness to the home. It has a 900 sq. ft. finished basement with a real wood burning stove and bedrooms. The remaining 1,260 sq. ft. of living space is spread throughout the main floor. The interior is spacious and has a warm rustic feel with lots of wood and stone accents throughout. The kitchen cabinets are custom wood and give a unique feel to the home. The exterior is brick with stone accents in all the right locations. Extensive landscaping surrounds the home and gives it a welcoming feel. Beside the home is a detached two car garage and workshop. This garage and shop have plenty of space for vehicles while allowing room to work on projects. It also has a 1-bedroom cabin on the property. The cabin sits in a wooded area and provides a relaxing atmosphere. The land has a good mix of softwoods and mast producing hardwoods with a hunter friendly topography. A rock bottom creek sits on the west side of the farm providing water for wildlife. There are plenty of deer and turkeys in the area providing good hunting opportunities. The property adjoins the Shawnee National Forest providing additional acreage to hunt! If you’re looking for a beautiful home in the Shawnee National Forest area of Southern Illinois, give us a call today and schedule your private tour!

Property Features:

- Beautiful home in an area known for big bucks

- The home has a historical uniqueness

- 2,160 sq. ft. of living space

- 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

- 900 sq. ft. finished basement

- Custom wood cabinets

- Real wood burning stove

- Wood and stone accenting throughout the interior

- The home has a warm welcoming feel

- Brick exterior with stone accents

- Nice yard with plenty of shade trees

- Detached 2-car garage with workshop area

- Quiet rural area

- Good stand of softwoods and mast producing hardwoods

- Adjoins the Shawnee National Forest

- 45 minutes from Paducah, KY – 3 ½ hours from St. Louis, MO – 3 hours from Nashville, TN