The beautiful setting for this lovely country home on 2.5 acres in Manteno is rare to find. Set up for hobby farming and country living, this property features fenced paddocks, a poultry enclosure, and a 40 x 30' pole building with garage door that has a 25' x 13' addition for livestock, poultry, hay storage and also a stall. The oversized garage also includes a 19 'x 10' workout room with rubber flooring. The property is ringed by mature trees and the back yard is fenced with an ample garden area. The expansive deck with pergola off the kitchen is perfect for entertaining, and the front deck ideal for pastoral views. There's also an attractive paver patio area that leads to the large mudroom/back door entrance to the home. Updates include roof, windows, sump pump, kitchen and appliances. Located just an hour's drive to Chicago, between I-55 and I-57, yet quiet and peaceful, this property is a great opportunity for anyone looking to start their homesteading journey.