$550,000

221 Poplar Lake Road, Makanda, IL 62958

5 beds |
4 baths |
4,036 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1996
9acre lot
—— car garage
$136/sqft
Listed 4 months ago

Property Description

Escape to your own private paradise with this stunning log cabin-style home, perfectly perched on 9 acres of serene woodland overlooking Cedar Lake. Designed for both everyday living and unforgettable entertaining, the open-concept main level welcomes you with a soaring vaulted great room and a chef’s dream kitchen featuring a Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, deep farmhouse sink, quartz countertops, and an expansive island bar. The two-story layout offers a private upstairs primary suite, creating a peaceful retreat, while the fully finished walk-out basement provides a massive family room, multiple bedrooms, and abundant storage—perfect for guests or family living. A main-floor office and large walk-in pantry add convenience and functionality. Step outside to a full wraparound deck overlooking your wooded oasis, gently sloping down to the lakefront, ideal for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or entertaining friends and family. Built with modern construction techniques but finished in classic log style, this home delivers timeless cabin charm paired with modern reliability. High-end finishes, serene surroundings, a whole-house generator, and all appliances included make this home truly turnkey. Located in the desirable Unity Point School District, it offers privacy, space, and style—a dream retreat for families of any size.

Listing Status:: Active
Listing Office:: Landmark Realty Group CD : 618-203-5057
Listing Agent:: Justin Zurlinden : 618-203-5057
MLS ID:: EB459088

General: Solid Surface Counter
Appliances: DishwasherDryerRangeRefrigeratorWasher
Basement: FinishedWalk-Out Access
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Natural GasForced AirGas Water Heater
Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

Parking: Gravel

Roofing: Shingle
General: TwoPoured Concrete

HOA Amenities: 0.0
Originating MLS: rmlsa
County: Jackson

Zoning: TRACTS 4 & 5 POPLAR LAKE DEV 7-10-119-07-300-042

Water: Aerator/AerobicPublic

Source: rmlsa

This listing courtesy of Justin Zurlinden, Landmark Realty Group CD

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Location

Schools Nearby

Carbondale Community High School

1301 E Walnut St, Carbondale, IL, 62901

Grades 9-12

6.29 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.