The search is over! Secluded, but conveniently-located, this 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom home is nestled in a thick canopy of woodland just 4± miles Southwest of Carlinville near Beaver Dam State Park. On these 8.7± peaceful acres, enjoy good hunting, trail riding, sledding, gardening, skipping rocks on the creek, morel mushrooms, apple/peach/berry picking – you name it! Store toys and tools in the 30’x40’ metal shed that has electric and a water hydrant, or even utilize the 2 horse stalls. More enhancements to the home since 2020 than room to list with highlights including: kitchen remodel complete with new stainless-steel appliances and quartz countertops; new LVP flooring throughout the main level; vinyl replacement windows; high-efficiency home boiler system; numerous light fixtures; wood retaining wall; basement French door. Roof new in 2016; propane water heater 2018. Some of the seller’s favorite features: morning coffee and entertaining on the covered back porch and deck overlooking the woods; heated and cooled attached two-car garage; hydronic radiant heated floors throughout the basement and garage; friendly neighbors (that you can choose to see or not depending on personal preference given the topography and timber!). Downtown St. Louis or Springfield in an hour. Don’t miss the chance at this ideally-sized rural retreat! Schedule your tour today!