An exquisite setting of grazing and galloping horses surrounds this expansive estate in Monroe Center, Illinois. Situated on 40 acres, the 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home was designed to allow formal entertaining and casual family living alike. Enjoy cooking and conversation in the country kitchen, which features cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large eat in area. The formal dining room, with french doors leading to the living room, is ideal when hosting larger gatherings. The family room features a wood burning fireplace and amazing views of horse pastures in the distance. The primary bedroom suite, an additional bedroom, a full bath and half bath, and the laundry room complete the main level. Three additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a massive, multi-use space over the garage occupy the second level of the home. The outdoor living space includes an expansive deck overlooking an inviting in-ground pool and spacious pool house. The location of this property is ideal in that it is close to Routes 39 and 90 and is 17 miles from Rockford, 30 miles from DeKalb and 95 miles from Chicago. The equestrian portion of the property includes 7 paddocks, an outdoor roping arena, a 10 stall horse barn + 9 portable stalls, a pole barn with living quarters, and 12 pens! Combining function and form, this property was designed to impress!