HIGHEST AND BEST ARE DUE BY NOON WEDNESDAY 8/9/23 - Ready set go... This gem has it all! Nestled at the edge of a super quiet and friendly neighborhood, on a very spacious lot, which backs up to a field for a peaceful and private yard that you can enjoy from the attached deck or the fire pit patio! On the surface, it evokes a cottage feel with its mature trees, shutters and screened porch. The interior has so so much to offer. The main floor, kitchen and bathroom have a fresh and modern color palette with loads of natural light and a view of the entire backyard. A lovely gas fireplace in the main floor living room provides the very best Midwestern fall and winter weekends at home. There is original hardwood floors on the main level that have all been professionally refinished and sealed. Every wall on both levels of this home has a fresh and neutral color palette. Have your people over and head down to the lower level for all the fun; that's where you'll find a custom built bar, full bathroom, two extra rooms and a second full-size kitchen. That's right... This home offers two full kitchens and with an oversized driveway there's plenty of space for guests off street parking. If there's a chance you are a hobbyist of any type you'll appreciate the huge and well suited 2.5 car garage because it includes a hand built wrap around work bench! There is storage galore and would you believe above it all there is a storage attic with pull down steps in the garage that you can stand up in! Located in the midst of Heritage Harbor, both the Fox & Illinois Rivers, the I&M canal, Starved Rock, the touristy town of Ottawa, and minutes from Skydive Chicago '408 Oakdale' is simply thee perfect gem for a first time buyer, a couple, a family, an investment and / or a weekend retreat property!