Highview Country Escape - Cozy Log Home w/view

Quiet secluded setting, with spectacular view, on one of the highest hilltops in Illinois! Morning sunrises are exceptional. Evening sunsets are breathtaking. Starry nights are amazing. Not far from Galena and other small towns that offer charm, restaurants and shopping. Our rental is fully independent and has everything that you need for your getaway. Please see all photos The space The Log home was moved to hilltop of the farmstead and rebuilt in 2016 with touches of the farm integrated into the structure along with new and modern touches. This unit has been used exclusively for Airbnb since 2017. The cabin has total exposure of south, east and west skyline. An addition has been added to the north end of the cabin making it a duplex with no common walls. The area that connects the 2 units is a breezeway and stairway to the garage. The hosts live in the addition full time but have busy schedules, and are often gone. The cabin is south facing with a 1000 sq ft wrap around deck (on 3 sides) with a gazebo and hot tub. The interior is an open concept with a beautiful walnut bar, contemporary fireplace and an upstairs loft that includes 2 work areas and 2 twin beds. The main private bedroom is also upstairs. Explore the acres of wooded areas with mowed paths and open space with wildflower patches and berries in the summer. Relax in the hot tub on the west deck during sunset or on a starry night. History of the Farm-Dan's mother grew up in the farm house and then along with her husband, raised her family, Dan and his siblings. Dan took over the farm in 1985. Dan and Kellie raised their family of 6 children on the farm through many tough years of farming . Recently one of our daughters and husband purchased the farm house with some acreage and are raising their 4 children. Another daughter and her husband purchased adjoining property, and are raising their 3 children. Dan and Kellie have moved up to the new hilltop addition. The farming operation is a generational working family farm. Both girls and their families, are working hard on the farm and teaching their children the meaning of hard work and teamwork. The farm has Dairy cows, beef cattle, pigs, chickens, and ducks. The family also offers a farm produce stand as well as beef and pork from the farm raised animals. Guest access Guests have access to 10 acres of wild flowers, prairie grasses, nature food plots and open spaces as well as 15 acres of timber and a pond to the west with mowed walking and snowshoeing paths. Walk fence lines to view the farm animals. Opportunities also exist to see the farm operations closer. Watch the sunset while relaxing in the 6 person hot tub that sits on our west deck. Certain seasons of the year have wild berries available for picking and farm stand produce. Other things to note -Pets are allowed with prior notification. Pet fee of-$15/night/pet applies. Please inform hosts and review pet policy in "rules" - Our rental has ROKU internet TV, which provides access to NETFLIX, sling, HULU and more with guests login and password. There is also a DVD player. - We have many activities within 1/2 hour to add to your enjoyment. 7 Wineries, 3 Micro-Breweries, 3 State Parks, the Schurmeier teaching forest, Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation properties, Fishing, Kayaking, Hiking. Apple Canyon Lake (a private lake) is located 15 minutes away and we have guest passes available for those who stay with us. - Many local restaurants close by. Stockton, within 1 mile, has all your necessary shopping options. Galena, IL is 30 minutes west, and offers another option to spend a day. - For the Winter enthusiasts, Chestnut Mountain ski resort is 30 minutes away and there is cross country and snowshoeing space surrounding our log home and on our farm. A major groomed snowmobiling path, connecting to neighboring towns, also passes through our farm.