2 bed, Single Family home for sale by owner 1570 Brown Lane, Dongola, IL 62926

*The Cabin*
I began building this cabin using logs from Colorado about 3 years ago and finally finished it earlier this year.  The cabin was built mixing new technology with old craftsmanship.  It has two bedrooms and a full bathroom.  The kitchen was nicely done with hickory cabinets.   This cabin has true large exposed beam ceiling that is absolutely breathtaking. 

The cabin is extremely energy efficient.  The exterior walls are constructed using full 8x8 logs and well insulated between each layer.   The roof is super insulated using 8” foam Structure Insulated Panels (SIPs).   The cabin is heated and cooled using an energy efficient heat pump.   Pella windows and Marvin Door also help with keeping utilities efficient.

*The Land *
The log cabin sits on 13 acres at the end of a county maintained road.  The land is secluded and surrounded by mature trees.  There is some open pasture and a small area fenced that would be perfect for horses or other livestock.  The 2-3 acre pond was installed 5 years ago and is 17’ feet deep at its deepest point.  We have stocked the pond with bluegill, redear, catfish and bass.   The pond is very healthy.

 This cabin would make a perfect vacation home, weekend getaway or even a very nice homestead.  I had begun doing daily rentals this past summer and have just been overwhelmed by the response even with little advertising. 

*Location *
Log cabin is located just off of Southern Illinois Wine Trail near the Shawnee National Forest.  Located just  2 miles off of highway 57.

 We are moving to a different area.