665 Saddle Ridge, Crystal Lake, IL 60012

This is a home defined by scale, detail, and its rare private setting: a traditional cedar-and-stone residence offering 6,490 square feet on 1.49 wooded acres that back directly to Sterne's Woods & Fen. Arrive down a private asphalt drive to a 126-foot frontage and a two-car attached garage, then move through an interior that blends formal rooms, vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors with family-focused spaces.

The family room centers on a full masonry fireplace under a vaulted ceiling and opens to an expansive deck that overlooks the sloped, private lot — an ideal vantage for watching seasonal change along the preserve. The chef-caliber kitchen features cherry cabinetry, a sizable center island, granite counters and room for informal dining; it steps easily into adjacent living spaces for entertaining or everyday life. Notable on the main level is the first-floor primary suite, thoughtfully laid out for single-floor living and privacy.

Downstairs, the finished walkout basement adds substantial living options: a custom English-style bar, a dedicated workshop, an exercise room and a screened porch that extends living space into the landscape. Four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms give flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Practical systems include 200+ amp service, central air, natural gas forced air heating and public water; the home sits on a septic system and has a shake roof that the seller recommends be professionally evaluated as part of routine due diligence.

Outside, the 1.49-acre parcel is the property’s signature feature — heavily treed, sloped for interest and privacy, and with direct access to Sterne's Woods & Fen trails right at the rear lot line. You’re less than two miles from downtown Crystal Lake and the Metra station, with Crystal Lake Main Beach about 2.5 miles away. Prairie Ridge High School, highly rated locally, is within roughly a mile, adding to the appeal for families.

This traditional home presents a compelling blend of scale, finish and location. It’s been maintained in good condition, offers strong potential for multi-generational living or home-based work, and stands out because of the preserve-adjacent lot — a private, nature-oriented setting uncommon this close to Crystal Lake’s amenities. Buyers should confirm routine items (septic records, roof condition, lot boundaries) as part of inspection, then imagine the lifestyle possible here: quiet trails at your back door, spacious rooms for gathering, and generous scope to adapt the home to evolving needs.

Indian Hill Trails is a quiet, established subdivision prized for large lots, mature trees and direct access to Sterne's Woods & Fen. Residents enjoy a suburban pace with easy access to downtown Crystal Lake’s shops, restaurants and Metra service for commuters. The community is family-friendly — Prairie Ridge High School (9/10) draws local families — and low HOA fees keep neighborhood costs modest. Outdoor enthusiasts benefit from nearby trails, parks and lake access without sacrificing proximity to city amenities.