3306 Lakeshore Dr., Champaign, IL 61822

This home is a hidden gem located on spring-fed Maynard Lake in a quiet residential neighborhood. Originally built in 1968 the home has undergone two major architectural renovations (the most recent renovation cost over $200,000) and has been transformed into a spacious contemporary home filled with light and stunning architectural design. The two story entryway leads to a curved oak staircase accented with etched glass panels which also frame the open, elevated dining room. All the ceilings on the upper level have been vaulted, even the screened porch, and seven skylights were added to augment the feeling of light and spacious airiness. Marvin windows and french doors were installed so every room in the home has a commanding floor to ceiling view of the lake. The home sits directly across from the tree lined peninsula of the lake where no homes are permitted; thus giving one the feeling of living in a secluded and peaceful retreat. The square footage of the home has increased to 4,264 by extending the north face of the house approximately 8 feet. There is additionally nearly 1000 square feet of "unfinished" space including two workshops and a 3 season screened porch with vaulted ceiling and tile floor and storm windows. There are two master bedroom suites each with it's own bathroom and walk-in closets. One master bedroom has french doors leading to a private balcony. A third bedroom has french doors leading to the back garden and a large den could also be converted into a fourth bedroom. The large living room measures 18'5" x 31'1" and has a floor to ceiling picture window as well as a fireplace and sliding door to the screened porch. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The kitchen includes a sitting area with a wood burning fireplace and wrap-around windows providing a 180 degree view of the lake. The family room measures 17'6" x 26'9" and has a wood burning fireplace, wet bar and french doors leading to the back garden. In total there are 3 and 1/2 fireplaces and 3 and 1/2 baths in the home. The home has extensive landscaping in both the front and the back gardens. A steel seawall was installed along the entire lakefront property line was extended out 5 feet x 80 feet which is not reflected in the lot size or plat maps. The property has a private dock. Canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and fishing are all permitted on the lake. The lake is the largest in Champaign-Urbana and has a peninsula and an island which serves as a bird sanctuary. It was once a stone quarry and is reported to be thirty feet deep in some places. Maynard Lake is spring-fed.