ONLINE REAL ESTATE AUCTION: Clay County IL 45+- Acres / Home Lake Secluded Wildlife Hunting / 2964A

ONLINE REAL ESTATE AUCTION: Clay County IL 45+- Acres / Gorgeous Lakeview Home + Plenty of Beautiful Scenery

Bidding Opens Thursday, August 22, 2024

Bidding Closes Friday, August 29, 2024 at 8pm CST  (Soft Close)  

Property Inspection: Saturday, August 17 - 4 to 6 pm

Property Address: 19696 Hwy 45, Louisville IL 62858

DESCRIPTION

Custom Built Waterfront Home on 45 Secluded Acres

If you are looking for a turnkey hunting and fishing paradise, this unique property checks all of the boxes.  This executive home not only comes with high end finishes, it also comes fully furnished and is move-in ready on day 1!  From the second you walk in the door, you will be greeted with relaxing views of the water.  The main house features 2 large master suite bedrooms, both with their own private bathrooms, stocked with Boll & Branch sheets and towels.  The house also features a large and open living room, a chef's kitchen with gas stove and all of the appliances and cookware you would want in a home.  The second floor balcony has a stunning view of the property with tons of room to relax and enjoy the views and open spaces, along with a reading nook that begs to be napped in!

Need a little more space for toys and family?  The property also supports larger parties, with a connected building that comes with another full bathroom and bedroom, and even an office if you need to get a little work done in paradise.  If work is on the schedule, the direct fiber optic line will provide the high speed internet you need!  The garage has added electrical for all of your toys and is fully heated to be enjoyed for winter use as well.  This property truly has it all!

The property sits on 45 private acres directly off Highway 45, and is full of trails for exploring that offer different and varied views of the house and water.  From early spring to late fall, planted pollinator wildflowers will offer an ever changing colored landscape, along with the sights and sounds of bees, birds and butterflies.  Enjoy coffee in the morning and wine in the evening on the covered back porch, as you listen to quail whistle and watch ducks and geese come by for a swim.  The property has been strictly managed for wildlife with structure being added to the stocked water over various years, as well as timber stand improvements done to improve the whitetail hunting.

The house is located in Louisville, Illinois off Highway 45, and next to Effingham Illinois, which is a quick and convenient drive from St. Louis, Chicago and other metro areas.

The house was custom built with 2x6 walls, spray foam and cellulose insulation, Marvin Windows and doors, a 20 seer heat pump and all of the other things you would expect in an executive, custom built home.  The house comes FULLY FURNISHED with all furniture, plates, pans and dishes.  It will be completely move-in ready on the day of the purchase.

The home was built new in 2022 and has 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms and 1,920 sq. ft. It sits on 45 beautiful acres and has a 28-foot-deep, 7+/- acre private lake and full of trails for exploring that offer different views of the lake.  The unique custom design home and the massive windows offer an all-encompassing view from almost every area of the home of the lake and plenty of scenery.

Guest apartment with full bath, living room, office area, direct fiber optic internet, bedroom fully furnished. Located in adjoining structure with separate electric.

Garage with indoor large gathering area, game room, heated, apartment plus floor drain and large overhead doors.

The garage has 1840 sq. ft. with a 552 sq. ft. apartment.

All furnishings and appliances stay with the home!

Located just off Hwy 45. Twenty miles South of Effingham IL.

• Parcel #02-34-200-025, 02-35-100-001, 02-34-200-026
• Taxes: $5,826
• Section 35, T5N-R6E

All potential online bidders must register before auction and personally call Auctioneer Donald Bailey at 618-919-1031. In the past bidders that wait until the last minute to register may stand a chance not being able to bid.

PROCEDURE:

• Registration: Proper registration is required to bid. All bidders must provide name, address, phone number and email address to register. By registering, all bidders acknowledge having read and agree to be bound by the Auction Terms and Conditions. Auctioneer reserves the right to refuse to register or admit Buyer at his/her sole discretion.
• Note: If you are unable to bid Online or are unsure about the reliability of your internet connection, call the Auctioneer and make alternative bidding arrangements at least 24 hours before close of auction.
• Bidding will be on a PER TRACT BASIS with MINIMUM OPENING BID of $450,000.
• Minimum bid increments - $1,000
• eBay-style/max bidding
• Bidding opens THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 2024 and will be available until 8PM CST on THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2024 , subject to bid extensions (soft close).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• NO BUYER'S PREMIUM.
• SALE SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION OF SELLER(S).
• NO CONTINGENCIES: This Real Estate contract is not contingent on or subject to Buyer’s financing, appraisal, survey or inspections of any kind or any other contingencies as agreed to by bidders at registration prior to bidding.
• ZONING AND EASEMENTS: Property is being sold subject to any and all easements of record. Property is subject to all state and local zoning ordinances.
• REAL ESTATE TAXES: Prorated to day of closing.
• SURVEY: Property has been surveyed.
• MINERAL: Any mineral owned will transfer, if any.
• CONTRACT AND DOWN PAYMENT: Contract for purchase to be signed within 24 hours of close of auction. A 10% down payment of the total contract purchase price will be due immediately after being declared the winning bidder. The down payment may be paid in the form of personal check, wire transfer, business check or cashier's check and received within 3 business days. Earnest check to be made to Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co. Trust Account. The balance of the contract purchase price is due at closing. Any stop payment order of a check or giving a check which is returned marked “insufficient funds,” shall be deemed by the parties to be evidence of fraud existing at the time the transaction was consummated and shall be construed by the parties as intent to defraud.
• TITLE: Sellers shall furnish the Buyer(s) at Seller's expense marketable title in the form of Title Commitment, a proper deed conveying merchantable title to the real estate to the Buyer(s) and tax transfer stamps.  Buyer will pay the deed recording, Title Policy and fees associated with mortgage/financing. Title companies closing fee will be split equally by Buyer and Seller.
• CLOSING: Closing shall occur within 30 days or as soon thereafter as applicable closing documents are completed. Seller shall pay for recording release from any mortgage. Buyer shall pay for recording the deed of conveyance from Seller and any mortgage title insurance charges. Any closing costs not herein provided for shall be borne by Buyer. Seller shall cause the Closing Statement to be delivered to Buyer at or before the closing.
• POSSESSION: Possession at closing.
• AGENCY: Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co LLC is the Agent and Representative of the Seller.
• The information is believed to be accurate; however, no liability for its accuracy, errors or omissions is assumed the owners or Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co LLC All lines drawn on maps, photographs, etc. are approximate. Buyers should verify the information to their satisfaction. There are no expressed or implied warranties made by the Seller(s) or Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co LLC pertaining to this property. Real estate is being sold "As Is, Where Is".
• AUCTIONEER: Donald Bailey, IL Lic #441.002325, 618-919-1031.