This is an overlooked value. Please call if you have any questions. Why live in a maintenance free community? Academy Woods, an environmentally-sustainable community is a small neighborhood of only 77 free standing homes. Everyone's landscaping, front and back is groomed on the same day so the neighborhood always looks amazing. Bushes are trimmed, gardens are weeded and mulched. Gardens on each cul-de-sac, attractively designed add to the beauty of the community. The ponds with waterfalls are professionally maintained adding a tranquil element for all to enjoy. Gutters are cleaned, no need for ladders. Annual exterior inspections offers a second pair of eyes to spot anything needing a homeowner's attention. Homes exteriors are painted on a maintenance schedule. Walks and driveways are plowed in the winter. There is direct access to the Middlefork Savanna with 670 acres of walking trails, birding, bicycling, cross-country skiing, hiking and self-guided trails and exhibits. Volume ceilings & walls of windows bring the outdoors in, a beautiful wooded setting. Versatile floor plan, use the formal dining room for those elegant dinner parties or convert to an office or den. The Great room offers plenty of space for all your entertaining needs. The Kitchen is complete with wood cabinetry, planning desk, granite, stainless appliances and table space. 1st floor bedroom suite has a full bath, tub, separate shower and two closets. New neutral carpeting 1st floor. Finished basement has space for your workouts, pool table and hobbies. DISCOVER LAKE FOREST: Friendly small town atmosphere; Award winning schools; Low property taxes; Historic Market Square for shopping & dining; Lake Michigan residents' beach; Active community centers; Metra to Ogilvie, Union stations; State of the art medical facility; Easy access to I-294 & Rt.41