Description
Welcome home to your serene waterfront retreat on the Chain O’ Lakes! This beautifully updated cottage offers the ideal combination of comfort, charm, and natural beauty. Perfect as a year-round residence or a weekend escape, this property sits along the peaceful shores of Manitou Creek (formerly Squaw Creek), providing easy navigable access to the main lakes while maintaining a quiet, private setting. Located on a tranquil dead-end street lined with mature trees, the home invites you in with an expansive 3-season room-an ideal space to relax, unwind, and enjoy picturesque water views. Inside, the bright and open layout features an updated kitchen, abundant natural light, and stunning views from nearly every window. Two inviting bedrooms and a fully remodeled bathroom provide both style and functionality, while thoughtful storage throughout enhances everyday living. The home’s open-concept design makes it perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Conveniently located near downtown amenities, local restaurants, and the endless recreation of the Chain O’ Lakes, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to experience waterfront living at its finest. Whether you’re seeking a primary home or a getaway, this sanctuary delivers comfort, convenience, and timeless tranquility.
- Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams North Shore West
Details
Updated on November 19, 2025 at 9:56 pm- Property ID: MRD12516470
- Price: $299,900
- Property Size: 1092 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathroom: 1
- Year Built: 1939
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Contingent
- Parking Total: 5
- Parcel Number: 05113060160000
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Buyer Agent MLS Id: MRD13508
- Days On Market: 7
- Purchase Contract Date: 2025-11-19
- Basement Bath(s): No
- Cumulative Days On Market: 7
- Tax Annual Amount: 499.86
- Roof: Asphalt
- Cooling: Central Air
- Electric: Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Parking Features: Asphalt,Yes,Owned
- Room Type: Foyer,Storage,Sun Room
- Stories: 1 Story
- Directions: Rt 59 to Washington South to Fossil East to Mastodon South on Mastodon
- Buyer Office MLS ID: MRD2415
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Elementary School: Gavin Central School
- Middle Or Junior School: Gavin South Junior High School
- High School: Grant Community High School
- Township: Grant
- ConstructionMaterials: Other
- Contingency: Attorney/Inspection
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Full Bath
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 314 Mastodon
- City Ingleside
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60041
- Country Lake
Overview
- Single Family
- 2
- 1
- 1092
- 1939
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