Welcome to your own slice of country living! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath homestead sits proudly on 2.42 beautifully maintained acres, complete with a flowing creek and a quaint footbridge. The fenced property features an outbuilding and pasture space perfect for goats, chickens, and bunnies, making it a dream for hobby farmers or animal lovers. As you enter the home, you are welcomed with a warm atmosphere and beautiful hard wood floors throughout. The open concept living room, dining and kitchen make it perfect for hosting and for family gatherings. The eat in kitchen offers a functional layout and a peninsula for additional prep space. As you make your way down the hall, the spacious primary suite offers double closets and a shared ensuite bathroom. Two more bedrooms round out the main level. The basement includes a fully equipped in-law suite, perfect for multi-generational living or guest accommodations. A full bathroom, laundry room, and 2 additional bonus rooms complete the lower level. The property is bursting with vibrant flowers, perennial plantings, and fruit trees, creating a peaceful, garden-like setting you will love coming home too. A greenhouse provides a sunny spot for year-round gardening and with the Merritt Prairie Forest Preserve within walking distance, you'll love the scenic views and access to nature. This one-of-a-kind property blends comfort, charm, and self-sustained living-all just minutes from town. Don't miss out on this exceptional property! Updates include: Furnace and Central Air, (Less than 10 years old), Newer roof and appliances. DeKalb School District.