Exceptional Five-Plus-Acre Setting | Four Bedrooms | Extensive Recent Improvements | Picturesque Pond and Waterfall Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully situated four-bedroom home on more than five acres in the highly desirable Galena Territory. Encompassing two original lots, this distinctive property offers an appealing combination of privacy, natural beauty, generous living spaces, and substantial recent improvements. Whether envisioned as a full-time residence, a relaxing weekend retreat, or a gathering place for family and friends, this home captures the charm and tranquility of country living. One of the property’s most outstanding features is its expansive setting of more than five acres, providing a wonderful sense of space and seclusion. The beautifully landscaped grounds are enhanced by a picturesque decorative pond and waterfall, creating a peaceful outdoor environment that complements the surrounding natural beauty. The waterfall has been seasonally shut down in preparation for the approaching winter months and can be enjoyed again with the return of warmer weather. The combination of two original lots, generous acreage, and attractive landscaping makes this property particularly appealing. Inside, the home offers four plus bedrooms and comfortable, spacious living areas designed to accommodate both everyday living and entertaining. The inviting interior provides ample room for family members and guests, while the screened porch offers an ideal setting to relax, enjoy the fresh air, and appreciate the peaceful surroundings without the intrusion of insects. A particularly noteworthy aspect of this property is the extensive investment the owners have made in improvements and maintenance over the past several years. These updates contribute significantly to the home’s appearance, comfort, and long-term enjoyment. Improvements completed in 2023 include attractive and durable Diamond Kote exterior siding, replacement of glass in more than 15 windows, updated carpeting, installation of Kohler toilets, and rescreening of the screened porch. These improvements have enhanced both the exterior appearance and interior comfort of the residence. In 2024, the kitchen received a new range and microwave, providing updated appliances for everyday convenience. Improvements completed in 2025 include installation of a new furnace and air-conditioning system serving the west side of the residence, along with skylights and replacement of the primary bathroom roof ridge cap. In 2026, the owners continued their improvements with the addition of a new kitchen trash compactor. Collectively, these substantial improvements reflect the owners’ ongoing attention to the property and provide meaningful value to prospective purchasers. Beyond the residence itself, ownership in The Galena Territory provides access to an outstanding collection of recreational amenities. Residents can enjoy the scenic 220-acre Lake Galena, the Owners’ Club facilities, indoor and outdoor swimming, fitness facilities, tennis, pickleball, and miles of trails through the beautiful rolling countryside. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby championship golf courses associated with Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, while historic downtown Galena offers exceptional dining, shopping, entertainment, and year-round activities. 29 Cedar Rim Drive represents a distinctive opportunity to enjoy the best of Galena Territory living. With its four-bedroom residence, more than five acres encompassing two original lots, picturesque pond and waterfall, screened porch, extensive recent improvements, and access to outstanding recreational amenities, this property offers an exceptional combination of natural beauty, comfort, privacy, and lifestyle. Experience the setting, appreciate the improvements, and discover everything this remarkable Galena Territory property has to offer.
Once you start down the lane to this expansive 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath ranch you will soon realize you are not at a typical home. The parklike setting, the very nice landscaping, the large front lawn as well a huge back yard you know you are in one of the most isolated private settings in The Galena Territory. This property offers 2 large lots with a total acreage of over 5 acres. The property has a number of it's own nature trails for your own private hiking and walking right in your own back yard. There are many unique features to this house such as: Multi level decks with sitting areas, flagstone patios, screened porch and 4 season room with its own heater, and a pond/waterfall in the front yard. The entryway is enclosed with the use of patio doors. As you walk in the front door you will notice the post and beam construction of this home. The main and original area of the home is a Timberpeg home. If you are not familiar with this type of construction it is a combination of traditional and post and beam construction. The post and beams give the home a log cabin look and feel but yet the tradition construction techniques and finishes are applied so you get the best of both worlds. If you have heard the expression "it's built like a barn", well, it is. This makes for a very solid house. On the main level you will be first notice the sunken living room with a floor to ceiling limestone wood burning fireplace. The sunken living room ads to coziness of the place when friends and family gather. The kitchen has been upgraded with stainless steel appliances and Corian counter tops. The dining area is large enough to entertain a nice size group on those special occasions. The master bedroom is huge with over 400 sq. ft. It has plenty of windows and a skylight. It has 2 small closets but also has a large walk-in cedar lined closet as well a large master bath with whirlpool, shower and one vanity sink and one pedestal sink with another vanity sink and granite countertop in the closet area. There are 3 windows up high in this area that are remotely controlled to open and close. These Window will automatically close went it gets too humid or start to rain. In the home office area there has been added built-in bookcases and a desk made from an oak tree that was on the property. There is a vault/ gun safe in the lower level bedroom/family room which could easy be converted to a closet. One of the main floor bedrooms has a Murphy Bed in the closet area. Did you notice the full 3 car garage. There is also a large work shop area in front of the 2 car garage. The work shop has it's own heating and cooling system, ceramic tile floor and 1/2 bath. All the bedrooms should pass for rental licensing. The septic system will need to be upgraded for rental licensing but is in good working condition now and has been maintained and pumped on a scheduled basis. The Driveway will pass for rental licensing. This home could be a 7 bedroom home with some minor adjustments and upgrades. A new roof was installed in 2017 with a transferable warrantee to new owners.
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Property tax
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2025
$11,352 (−21.0%)
$9,899 + $235,375
$245,274
2024
$14,362 (+5.0%)
$9,899 + $235,375
$245,274
2023
$13,677 (+17.8%)
$6,125 + $281,671
$287,796
2022
$11,613 (+5.1%)
$5,353 + $246,173
$251,526
2021
$11,054 (+2.1%)
$3,995 + $179,849
$183,844
2020
$10,827 (+2.0%)
$3,705 + $166,789
$170,494
2019
$10,610 (+1.5%)
$3,351 + $165,506
$168,857
2018
$10,457 (+1.9%)
$3,295 + $162,739
$166,034
2017
$10,265 (+1.5%)
$3,335 + $164,732
$168,067
2016
$10,116 (+0.4%)
$3,335 + $164,732
$168,067
2015
$10,078
$22,587 + $146,468
$169,055
2014
$10,081 (+1.3%)
$23,773 + $154,162
$177,935
2013
$9,952
$24,086 + $156,192
$180,278
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2.55 Acres
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Jo Daviess County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 29 & 27 Cedar Rim Trl
$636,812
$10K under list price of $647K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $410K to $875K.