Rare opportunity featuring access to the Chain O' Lakes via the Fox River! Nestled along Cary Creek Channel, this beautifully renovated home offers a rare blend of modern updates and natural beauty, with direct access to the Fox River. Offering 1530 square feet above grade plus additional finished basement space, the home features 2 above-grade bedrooms, 1 below-grade bedroom, and 2 full bathrooms, providing exceptional flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. From the moment you step inside, you will appreciate the extensive renovations throughout. The home showcases updated electrical, insulation, and windows, along with soaring vaulted cathedral ceilings that create a bright, open, and airy atmosphere. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with new cabinetry and appliances, while ceiling fans throughout enhance year-round comfort. The upstairs was fully renovated in 2017, with the exception of the bathroom. The finished basement offers incredible versatility, including a private in-law arrangement with a bedroom, full bathroom, and direct access to the backyard and creek. An oven hookup allows for a potential kitchenette, creating an ideal setup for extended living or guest accommodations. The opposite side of the basement is separately walled off with its own access, offering excellent space for storage, laundry, or a dedicated work or craft area. This home has been meticulously maintained with major system updates already completed, including a brand new washer and dryer and high efficiency water heater in 2022, well pump, pressure tank, and softener in 2023, and a new roof, gutters, and portions of the HVAC system updated in 2024. The well was inspected within the past two years in conjunction with the hot tub permit, providing added peace of mind. Step outside to your own private retreat. A spacious deck overlooks the expansive backyard and tranquil creek, with partial deck replacements completed between 2020 and 2024. Enjoy year-round outdoor living with a wonderful hot tub and gazebo, perfect for relaxing or entertaining in every season. Stairs leading down to the river access have been newly replaced in 2025, offering easy access to the water. A large shed provides ample storage for tools and outdoor equipment. This water adjacent property is ideal for kayaking, fishing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Conveniently located near downtown Cary, the Metra, shopping, parks, and more, this home offers the perfect balance of everyday convenience and serene, nature-filled living. With extensive updates, a flexible living space, potential for an in-law arrangement, and a truly exceptional setting, this move-in-ready home presents a rare opportunity. Schedule your private showing today.

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