LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Yes, a rare home available in The Gates! Homeowners HATE to leave, job transfer forced their hand. This 4 bed, 2 1/2 bath home, with a sub-basement, offers 4 floors of living space. Large sunroom overlooking the backyard full of mature trees, 2 fireplaces, beautiful hardwood floors, two fireplaces, first floor office/guest room with built in bookcases and so much more. There is also a high efficiency Mitsubishi A/C unit. This zoned system allows you to use the minimum amount of energy needed to cool your home, rooms are cooled faster and more efficiently. Just a few blocks from one of Crystal Lake's premier destinations, The Dole, you can spend your Saturdays walking to the ever popular farmer's market, or enjoy the concerts on Thursday's, as well as all of the activities the Dole has to offer year round. This home is just down the street from Main Beach where you can swim, boat, attend concerts at the Main Beach pavilion, ice skate, ice fish, or just sit on the swing by the lake and enjoy the view! Watch the July 4th fireworks right from your front porch!! There is also an optional membership available to the CCAPOA which provides for the use of four private beaches, access to their private boat docks, moorings and gated boat launch as well as access to private parties and events throughout the summer. Close to schools and shopping...Are you looking for that perfect, forever home? Look no further!