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Illinois River Retreat
A Legacy Riverfront Lodge Estate | 6,737± SF | 74± Acres | 1,700± Ft of Private Illinois River Frontage
A retreat where mornings begin with river mist rising through ancient hardwoods, fly line casted over clear water, and sunlight spilling across native prairie. Where evenings end with glowing fireplaces, stars reflecting off sandstone shelves and rippling pools, and silence broken only by the river’s gentle cadence.
Welcome to The Illinois River Lodge — one of Oklahoma’s most compelling luxury properties. A handcrafted mountain-style log estate set on 74 private acres with 1,700± feet of premier Illinois River frontage, sculpted creeks, native grass pastures, and protected views that stretch across the hills.
A Lodge With a Spirit All Its Own
Crafted from massive hand-peeled logs, native stone, and sculpted plaster, the residence blends Western lodge architecture with Southwestern artistry:
· 6,737± square feet of luxury living
· 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 half baths
· Grand vaulted great room with panoramic glass walls
· Kiva-style fireplaces with timber mantels
· Custom chef’s kitchen with dual ovens and stone counters
· Warm pine floors + artisan woodwork throughout
· Private office + loft
· Bar and entertainment level
· Owner’s retreat with private fireplace + terrace views
Every space draws the outdoors in — light, texture, timber, and earth working in harmony.
Outdoor Living Designed for Connection
· Elevated creek-view deck
· Lower level stone terrace with outdoor kitchen
· Covered swing overlooking natural rock creek beds
· Path to riverside sandbars + swimming holes
· Expansive lawns rolling to timber and water
Sunrise coffee. Golden hour wine. Firelight reflecting off glass and wood. This lodge is crafted for moments, not just for living.
Land That Feels Wild and Untouched
· 74± acres of hardwood timber, native prairie, and water
· Privately-accessed Illinois River frontage + sandbars
· Spring-fed creeks with exposed rock shelves
· Wildlife habitat: deer, turkey, songbirds, river species
· Trails for hiking, UTVs, and horseback riding
· Big-sky prairie overlooking the Cherokee County hills
· 80’ x 40’ Shop
A Lifestyle as Rare as the Property
Fly-fish gentle river pools at first light. Wade gravel bars and cast through mist. Read by the fire, canoe at sunset, explore shaded creek canyons, or simply sit and breathe where the world feels untouched.
Whether as a family estate, private retreat, or generational legacy property — this is a place meant to be cherished, celebrated, and passed forward.
Directions: From Hwy 62 go north on Hwy 10. Go roughly 4.7 miles north to entrance that is on your right.
