Welcome to your idyllic country retreat! Large country home on just over 5 acres w/ a private stocked 1.3 acre lake, w/ dock in Bethalto School District. This 3 bedroom (possibly 4), 2 1/2 bath home has a wonderful country setting just minutes from town & 255. The large family room overlooks the lake & has a wood burning stove. Main floor laundry, new stainless steel appliances in the eat-in kitchen/dining room combo. Huge master suite w/ Whirlpool tub/separate shower, walk-in closest w/ cedar wall & spacious sitting area (could be utilized as an office space) and opens to a private balcony that overlooks the lake. Two basement areas w/ one being a walk-out. The property is fenced into 2 pasture areas with a horse barn with 2 stalls (3 when barn door closed), concrete floor tack area, electric & water. Second barn has hay storage area, run-in, electric & water. Home has a Norweco septic system that has been on a semi-annual maintenance schedule. City water connected & well present.