Gorgeous views abound in this Bridges of Rivermist beauty. This 5 bedroom, 3.1 bath home has so much to offer its next owner. The foyer and living room have cathedral ceilings and you will feel and see the "wow" factor upon entering this home. The floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace is highlighted by 3 tiered windows on each side. What a warm and inviting way to enter a home. The windows allow for much sunlight and one can see the gorgeous views from this room. The dining room with a tray ceiling overlooks the front yard and has large windows for viewing the lovely porch setting. The private first-floor primary bedroom also with tray ceilings is located on the north side of the home. Views of the pond and trees can be appreciated here and the en suite has a stand-up shower, soaker tub, double vanity, and walk-in closet. What a perfect place for a staycation. The spacious kitchen is fully applianced with newer stainless steel appliances. If entertaining and cooking are your hobbies, this is the perfect kitchen for you. It has an abundance of counter space and cabinets for storing all of your dishes and food, solid surface countertops, a pantry, an island, and a desk area to meet all of your entertaining and cooking needs. There is also an eating area and a sunroom where one can enjoy the views this home has to offer. Such a calming and relaxing place to start and end your day. There is also a first-floor laundry room with a sink, closet, and cabinets. The garage entrance is a great place for shoes and coats and has convenient access to the half-bathroom. All corners are rounded in this home. Upstairs are four nice-sized rooms all with great views of the yard and neighborhood. Bedroom 2 has a built-in office area and the desk in the closet space can be used as a custom closet (no doors exist for this area). Bedrooms 3&4 both have walk-in closets. All bedrooms have ceiling fans. The basement has a 5th bedroom and LARGE private bathroom for the teenager who seeks privacy or the guest who desires their own space. There is plenty of closet space for shoes and clothing for that teenager or guest. There is a utility room that has storage racks for extra pantry space. The game room and recreation room are great spaces for guests or kids to hang out. The basement also has a large storage area with a stainless steel sink. Outdoors is a lovely deck overlooking the ponds and mature trees. A lovely way to wind down at the end of a long work day. There are also garden beds for those who enjoy fresh veggies from their home-cooked meals. The three-car attached garage has plenty of room for cars, toys, and yard machinery. Refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher replaced in 2017. Furnace and central air replaced in 2020. You will not lack space or serenity in this beauty. Close to shopping, schools, NIU, medical care, rec centers, and easy access to I-88 or I-47 via Peace to Plank Road. Located in the lovely Bridges of Rivermist Subdivision where ponds greet you at virtually every entrance. Schedule your showing today.