Horse Farms For Sale in Marengo Mchenry County, Mchenry County Illinois

This sprawling Tudor style estate is nestled on nearly 10 enchanting acres. Fully fenced, this amazing property borders a public prairie reserve that has been restored to and beyond the historic Jens Jensen design. The grounds are the design pallet that has created award winning gardens across the entire North-Shore and Wisconsin. Featuring a butterfly garden, an organic potager garden, orchard, vineyard, sprawling lawns, and a stocked fishing and water lily pond. The homes interior has been masterfully decorated and restored to its century old elegance. From the original unique ceiling moldings to the Walnut paneling and bookcases this home is beyond compare. The living room features 10 foot ceilings and is perfectly scaled for entertaining and gathering with family and special friends. The elegant dining room with fireplace and leaded glass windows make seasonal dining inside a very special occasion. Across the marble foyer from the dining room is a Southern facing Cypress paneled library that takes full advantage of the properties fabulous vistas and natural light. Altounian builders expertly crafted the chef's kitchen outfitted with fabulous white shaker cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances and exceptional details and finishes. Adjoining the kitchen via the pool breezeway is the bright and airy family room with seamless access to the terrace, a sleek fireplace and a custom bar, as well as access to a pool bathroom. Above the four car garage is a vaulted ceiling three room in-law suite, with full bath, currently being used as an exercise room, yoga studio and craft space. On the 2nd level you will find four beautiful en-suite bedrooms and baths, including the spacious primary suite with luxurious bath and enormous closet. Venture outdoors and enjoy your own private oasis. The entertainment area revolves around a pool and spa, an outdoor fireplace, multiple gathering areas with seating for thirty, and a pergola dining terrace, featuring an all stainless steel kitchen that can easily accommodate twelve - all working in perfect harmony to create an unparalleled al fresco dining experience. Offering almost 6,000 square feet of living space and a one-of-a-kind outdoor haven this home has been crafted to meet your every need - indoors and out. This property can have horses.

Discover your dream home! This stunning custom-designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch is set on nearly 10 acres of beautiful land, zoned A-2, perfect for your equestrian or farm animal dreams and is only 43 minute from Milwaukee! Enjoy spacious living with an open floor plan, modern finishes, and abundant natural light. The property features a massive 50x99-foot pole building with a heated room, ideal for hobbies, storage, or livestock with a fenced yard. Experience country living with the convenience of nearby amenities and quick and easy access to Milwaukee in less than 45 minutes! Don't miss this rare opportunity to create your own oasis. 36'' interior doors allow for aging in place. Unfinished basement stubbed for a 4th bathroom is waiting for your creative ideas. Schedule a showing today and embrace the lifestyle you've always wanted!

ENTREPRENEURS and HOME-BASED BUSINESSES OWNERS: This home has been ANNEXED into the CITY of PLANO with NATURAL GAS and CITY WATER. It is Zoned R1 with PERMITTED USES including HOME OCCUPATIONS; VARIANCE for up to 5 HORSES and SPECIAL USE PERMIT for Agricultural uses, Bed & Breakfast Establishment, Childcare Facilities and Daycare Center (it's walking distance from schools!). The home has a Separate Entrance to an Office on the 1st Floor - keeping it PRIVATE from the rest of the house. Discover the rare opportunity with this 3.67 ACRE FARMETTE, offering the charm of the late 1800s home paired with modern conveniences. This property, the Original Homestead of Rock Creek Dairy Farms, boasts character and versatility throughout it's 3775 sq ft. It is a QUIET, SOLID home with THICK EXTERIOR WALLS. The UPDATED, EAT-IN KITCHEN features a 4x8 ISLAND, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, FLOOR-TO-CEILING BUILT-IN CABINETS, HARDWOOD FLOORS, CUSTOM LIGHTING, WOOD BEAMED CEILINGS and space for a large dining room table. The Family Room is the seller's favorite - 3 Walls of Windows provide beautiful "Naturescape" views. MAIN FLOOR also includes the Living Room, Library, Sitting Area, Office and Full Bath. 2ND FLOOR: 4 Bedrooms, Sitting / Sun Room & Full Bath. Two entrances to the unfinished BASEMENT; tall ceilings, great for storage! DETACHED GARAGE / BARN / OUTBUILDING is 40 x48; 2-story concrete building with 2 sets of staircases. Rebuild stalls (4 stall fronts still inside) or use as you wish. The ORIGINAL PUMP HOUSE serves well as a garden shed. A long drive sets the home back, in a private park-like setting with mature trees. It is adjacent to a Dedicated Wildlife Preserve on 2 sides. Additional buildable lot available (.41 acre). Sells "As-Is". Easy to show!

COMING SOON... UNIQUE INCOME PRODUCING FARM IN DEKALB COUNTY! Calling All Investors and / or Owner Occupants ... 50 ACRES with SOLAR FIELD, HOUSE, 3 OUTBUILDINGS, 2 PONDS and CREEK. THE ENTIRE PROPERTY IS LEASED OUT. The SOLAR FIELDS consist of approximately 25+/- acres (subject to final survey). Phase I came on-line in 2022; Phase II construction was just completed and will be coming on-line soon. The home, outbuildings and remaining land (including 2 ponds, creek and mature trees - great for pasture or other recreation) sit on the remaining 25+/- acres. The FARMHOUSE is 2,318 Sq Ft with 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths and 3-Car Garage. Open Concept on the main floor between the Kitchen, Dining and Living Rooms; unique for this age of home. For those who want to live on a farm, but not do stairs...it features a LARGE 1st FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM AND BATH. The beautiful original staircase leads you to the remaining 3 Bedrooms and Bath on the 2nd floor. NEW Siding, Roof and Garage Doors in 2022 and septic tank and field in 2016. The attached 3-car garage is also a nice addition to a farmhouse. It features a fireplace / BBQ (great for grilling in the winter), 1st Floor Laundry and access to the basement. The Partial Basement is partially finished with a half bath, flooring, ceiling and painted walls. Back yard is fenced for dogs. The LARGE POLE BUILDING is 50x170 and 16ft High with 8 inch thick concrete floor and electric. Sliding doors on either end. Roof was repainted in 2022. The SMALL POLE BARN is 40x68 and 12ft High with concrete floor, gas and electric, small, finished office, large overhead door. CORN CRIB is 28x40 and 15 high with a SIDE BARN (28x48). The crib is sturdy, but needs TLC; Roof, Siding and Sliding Doors. RENT PAYMENTS: Solar Lease pays $800/per acre per year PLUS the real estate taxes ($16,215) on the Phase I PIN. House Tenant pays $850/month, Large Outbuilding $500/month, and Small Outbuilding $400/month. A copy of the lease with the Solar Company will be available to serious buyers. This property is incorporated into the Village of Somonauk and is on NATURAL GAS. ZONED AGRICULTURE. See Additional Features Sheet for more details. Lines drawn on the photos are approximate lot lines only per county records and do not represent or replace a survey by a licensed surveyor.

COMING SOON... 21 +/-ACRE FARMETTE; HOUSE, 3 OUTBUILDINGS, 2 PONDS and CREEK. This property is incorporated into the Village of Somonauk and is on NATURAL GAS. ZONED AGRICULTURE. The FARMHOUSE is 2,318 Sq Ft with 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths and 3-Car Garage. Open Concept on the main floor between the Kitchen, Dining and Living Rooms; unique for this age of home. It also features a LARGE 1st FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM AND BATH. The beautiful original staircase leads you to the remaining 3 Bedrooms and Bath on the 2nd floor. NEW SIDING, ROOF AND GARAGE DOORS in 2022 and SEPTIC TANK AND FIELD in 2016. The attached 3-car garage is also a nice addition to a farmhouse. It features a fireplace / BBQ (great for grilling in the winter), 1st Floor Laundry and access to the basement. The Partial Basement is partially finished with a half bath, flooring, ceiling and painted walls. Back yard is fenced for dogs. The LARGE POLE BUILDING is 50x170 and 16ft High with 8 inch thick concrete floor and electric. Sliding doors on either end. Roof was repainted in 2022. The SECOND POLE BARN is 40x68 and 12ft High with concrete floor, gas and electric, small, finished office, large overhead door. CORN CRIB is 28x40 and 15 high with a SIDE BARN / WORKSHOP (28x48). The crib is straight, but needs TLC; Roof, Siding and Sliding Doors. There are 2 PONDS, CREEK and mature trees; great for fishing, hunting, pasture, or other recreation. MULTIPLE POTENTIAL BUSINESS USES OR POTENTIAL HORSE PROPERTY - Use the smaller barn for your stalls and the large one for your Indoor Arena. A portion of the acreage from the parcel to the west will be added to the PIN for the farmette for a total of approximately 21 +/- acres (subject to final survey). This property is currently leased out to multiple tenants. Ok to drive by, but please do not disturb tenants. Proof of Funds or Pre-Approval Letter will be required for showings to be confirmed.

RURAL RECREATIONAL RETREAT that gives you COUNTRY LIVING at it's BEST! 12+ WOODED ACRES with CREEK, FARMHOUSE, GARAGE, OUTBUILDING, BARN & SHED. Make this your primary residence or consider it as 2nd Home for weekend RETREAT where you can find PEACE and reconnect with NATURE. Set back from the road on a long, private, circle drive, you'll find a 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Cedar home offering over 2300 Sq Ft plus an Unfinished Basement. The main floor features the large family room with a fireplace, dining room, full bath, 3 bedrooms, mudroom, office, pantry, laundry and large deck. The 2nd floor features the master bedroom and bath. The entire interior & exterior has been freshly painted and a new roof was added in 2022. Many cosmetic updates have been made so that this home is ready for you to enjoy! OUTBUILDINGS include: DETACHED 1-CAR GARAGE with concrete floor and electric. (Needs Garage Door and TLC). 2-STORY WORKSHOP is 15x30 with vinyl siding and electric. Use it As-Is or or finish it for a GUEST HOUSE. ORIGINAL BARN is a perfect run-in shed or enclose it for a 1-stall barn with tack room. Across the drive and down the hill is the NEWER HORSE BARN (20x30 POLE BUILDING) with 3 Stalls, Tack room, Concrete Floor and Electric. Behind the barn is a 3-Sided Lean-To and a flat, cleared space - perfect for a pasture or arena - just add fencing. Beyond the creek is FULLY WOODED with TRAILS cut thru for walking or riding (horses, bikes or ATV's). Plenty of wildlife and beautiful throughout the year...hunt, fish, camp. LOCATED between Yorkville and Newark just off of Rt. 71 for easy commute into the suburbs. Zoned R1 - Residential and does allow for animals!

38 ACRES OF RECREATIONAL LAND! CALLING HUNTERS, HORSEBACK RIDERS AND OTHER RECREATORS...BRING YOUR SIDE-BY-SIDES OR DIRT BIKES. The LAND includes 10 acres of wooded trails, 13 acre hay field, 4 acre front pasture with the remainder including a creek front yard and the footprint of the barn. EQUESTRIAN ENTHUSIASTS...this HORSE FARM does not disappoint! 14 STALLS, INDOOR & OUTDOOR ARENAS - Use the BARNDOMINIUM as your primary residence or BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! Elegant brick pillars stand at the gated entrance of this scenic farm. The drive leads you past the large front pasture, over the creek and up the small hill to your dream barn. There is more to this equine facility than what meets the eye! This pole barn, has upgraded Cedar Siding all around with newer insulated Metal Roof. The entrance has slate flooring and knotty pine walls with equine decor throughout. The BARN features 14 Stalls Total; (12x12) tongue & groove, matted with turn-out feeders. Exterior Stalls have Dutch doors that lead directly to lime paddocks and concrete aisle with drains. Interior finishes include: 1st Floor Office, Full Bath, Laundry / Kitchenette and Hot and Cold Wash Rack. INDOOR ARENA is 60 X 150 with sand footing, knotty pine wood kickboards on the lower half and insulated inner walls finished with soffit material. PLUS...there is finished space above the stalls that is the perfect Weekender / Entertaining space. This space is 2000 square feet with vaulted ceiling and skylights. It was recently remodeled and features wood burning fireplace, knotty pine / tongue & groove walls giving it a rustic cabin feel with luxury finishes of solid Hickory Wood Floors, Stainless Steel Appliances and Granite Counters! OUTDOOR ARENA is 100 x 300 with sand footing and 3-board white vinyl, low maintenance, fencing. TWO ROUND PENS on the property (one within the outdoor arena and one by the drive). This property was set-up to pamper your show horse or to let them live naturally in a large pasture with shelter. This property comes with one Residential Building Allocation. 1-Owner; well designed and well maintained - MUST SEE - MOVE IN READY!

5 ACRES; RANCH HOME, POLE BUILDING, 3-BAY SHED, PARTY BARN, CHICKEN COOP, and GARDEN SHED. Nestled on a 5-acre rural property, this exceptional retreat offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and country charm. The 1,741 sq. ft. Wausau-style home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an unfinished walkout basement with an additional bathroom, providing endless possibilities for expansion. Originally designed as a 3-bedroom home, the sellers converted two bedrooms into a spacious master suite, complete with a sitting area, walk-in closet, full bath, and a custom-built barn door. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area creates a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. The living room is bathed in natural light, thanks to its abundance of south-facing windows. A convenient mudroom with laundry is located on the main level. Outdoor living is a dream with three decks positioned for optimal sun exposure throughout the day, plus a covered back patio for shaded relaxation. The attached, insulated, and heated garage is a standout feature, boasting built-in cabinets, a kitchenette with a sink, oven, refrigerator, and freezer, making it an entertainer's paradise. For those who need ample workspace or storage, the 42x80 CLEARY POLE BUILDING is a game-changer! The front half is a mechanic's dream, fully insulated and heated with a concrete floor, workbenches, a loft, and an overhead door (some workbenches and shelving included). The back half, with its gravel floor, is perfect for cold storage or could be customized with horse stalls, a feed room, and a tack area. Additional outbuildings include a detached 3-car garage with gravel/dirt flooring, a party barn with a wood-burning fireplace, a chicken coop, and a garden shed, making this property ideal for hobbyists, homesteaders, or equestrian enthusiasts. The land itself offers incredible potential, with 2.5 acres of hayfield, easily fenced for horses or livestock. The gently sloping landscape leads to a scenic branch (small creek), and the property extends slightly beyond, offering a wooded area perfect for recreational hunting. Located just off Route 39, this home provides easy access for commuting while still offering the serenity of country living. Whether you're looking for a private retreat, hobby farm, or a versatile space for business and recreation, this property is full of possibilities.