Sheltered deep in the ancient oak and hickory savannahs of McHenry County is this spectacular home on a PREMIER 1.8 ACRE homesite. Luxuriously WOODED PRIVACY nestled within THE PRESERVE subdivision. When you come to see this home, plan for enough time to WALK TO THE BACK OF THE PROPERTY. Beyond the woods is a beautiful clearing that must be experienced; but be prepared - YOU MAY NOT WANT TO LEAVE! Inside are SOARING CEILINGS. 18' in the Great Room and Foyer and 11' in the Den. You will love the allure of the LOFT OVERLOOKING THE GREAT ROOM - it's a beautiful ambiance. The FIRST-FLOOR PRIMARY BEDROOM suite is super insulated between the bedroom and Great Room for peace and quiet beyond the SOUNDPROOFED WALLS. The MAIN FLOOR DEN is a private space for your creative endeavors and the Kitchen, the heart of the home, flows from the great room to the newly refreshed deck and SCREEN PORCH. Instant hot water dispenser and all appliances included. Lovely ambient light tops the cabinetry. The unfinished WALKOUT BASEMENT (9' glass door) has a SECOND FIREPLACE and ADDITIONAL WINDOWS installed on the west side. The basement is stubbed for your future bath. Roof replaced in 2019, water heater and dishwasher in 2016, Fridge and Microwave in 2022 and the range was new in 2024.