Welcome to your own private retreat just 3 miles from Lake Michigan beaches! Situated on approximately 3 acres, including 2 wooded acres, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath, open-concept home offers privacy, recreation, and room to spread out. Relax in the hot tub, cool off in the 24-foot above-ground pool, entertain family and friends, or enjoy the peace and quiet of your own wooded property. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the rare opportunity to hunt right on their own land. The fenced backyard also features a chicken coop, with the option to keep the chickens, and plenty of space for kids and pets to play. Inside, beautiful hardwood floors welcome you into an open-concept layout featuring a spacious kitchen with a large island that flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas. A gas fireplace, capable of burning gas or wood, creates a warm and inviting focal point. The flexible floor plan includes two bedrooms on the main level, including a primary suite, a full guest bath, and an oversized laundry room. Upstairs you'll find an impressive 19' x 23' primary suite with an oversized walk-in closet and ensuite bath, plus another spacious 19' x 23' bedroom. The 27' x 27' fully insulated garage is a dream workspace with fresh epoxy floors, a Wi-Fi-enabled pellet stove installed this year, and tubing for future heated floors with a gas line already in place. Additional upgrades include an owned Kinetico water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water system. Enjoy the privacy of country living with easy access to major highways, the Indiana Toll Road, the South Shore Line, and Lake Michigan beaches--all with the added benefit of low property taxes.