Farm Pond

Edgar County, Illinois

Farm Pond is located in Elbridge, Illinois, just 15 minutes from Paris, Illinois. Indianapolis, Indiana is around two hours away, perfect for a day trip out of the state.

This county was named for Irishman John Edgar, an officer in the Royal Navy who switched sides during the Revolutionary War rather than fight the colonists. This county has a population of under 18,000 people.

The closest major airport to Farm Pond is Willard Airport, around an hour and 20 minutes from the lake. Urgent care can be found 13 minutes away at Paris Community Hospital, a service of Horizon Health.

Stock up on snacks and groceries at Walmart Supercenter, less than 15 minutes away, or try a local-recommended restaurant such as Bubba Lubba BBQ, Monical’s Pizza, Los Tres Caminos, or Rocky’s Italian Bistro.

Fun on the Water

Since Farm Pond is a private lake, owning a home nearby means you'll get to enjoy the luxury of a lake without feeling crowded.

Anglers will find a variety of fish including bream/bluegill, pumpkinseed, largemouth bass, pickerel, eel, and perch here.

Entertainment Options

Hit the links at Eagle Ridge Golf Course, which claims to have one of the most challenging back nines in the area, making it a must-see for golfers.

Sutton’s Twin Lakes Roller Rink opened in 1956 and is still a great place for family fun.

Museum-lovers should go to Edgar County Historical Museum, where you can learn about the area's history during the early settler times, the Victorian years, and the twentieth century.

After a nice day at the lake, catch a movie at the nearby Paris Theatre, which opened in 1928 and offers first-run movies at great prices.

Excellent Location for Lake Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, Farm Pond is an excellent choice.