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If country living is what you're looking for, then this is your chance of a lifetime. Your new homestead is located just 5 miles from The University of Kansas in Lawrence. Just minutes from 70 hwy allows for a short 30 minute commute east to downtown Kansas City, or head west 30 minutes to Topeka. This property has been in the owners' possession for decades, and the home, as well as the acreage surrounding it, has been beautifully maintained. Located only 10 minutes from the Lawrence business district, booming with shopping, entertainment, and restaurants, you will be in your own quiet haven from the world at home. As you wind back into this secluded neighborhood, the scenery is breathtaking. A long winding driveway leads you up to your new home. The home sits in the middle of 10 acres and the front portion of the property has an open flat area, great for gardening. This area includes a grape orchard, as well a apple, pear and peach trees. As you walk the property, notice that it offers everything a country home should. A large detached garage/shop building will give you plenty of space to park 2 cars and still have room for work benches and garden equipment. The interior of the building has been equipped with electrical outlets every few feet. In addition, it has an electric garage door opener and side entrance. Just behind this building is a nice sized run-in shed, allowing for extra storage of equipment or hay for the horses. Your property has rural water, a 500 gallon propane unit, and a new fenced lagoon. Towards the back portion of the land is a stocked pond with an assortment of fish. This pond is well maintained and easy to fish, with its clean banks and easy access. Continue from the pond through the wide trails leading you to an open brome field.
This portion of the property is where the hunters of the family will enjoy themselves most. The open brome field attracts many types of wildlife including deer and turkey. The acreage is full of walnut trees. The other portion of the property has rolling hills and many trails which the kids will enjoy on their bikes. Because of the many trees, you will always have wood for the homes two fireplaces. There is a storm shelter located just outside the house, giving you a sense of security during those spring storms. Your new home is built rock solid and includes a 3-year-old metal roof, masonry block walls, and lots of patio areas, both covered and uncovered, to sit and enjoy the view. There is a nice sized patio area located just off the great room which can be accessed by the sliding glass doors. The wiring has all been redone, including a new breaker box. Inside you will immediately feel the warmth and coziness of this rustic beauty. As you step into the home, the family room will greet you with knotty pine walls, a large brick fireplace, including stove insert, several windows, and new carpet. Step into the newly updated kitchen with all new oak cabinetry, beautiful refinished hardwood floors and laminated counter tops. Just off the kitchen is the spacious great room which includes stone wall accents, wood burning fireplace, stone perimeter seating and all new carpet. All three bedrooms are located on the mail level. The master has an entire wall of closet space and a door leading to a cozy screened porch overlooking the back portion of the property. A large bathroom is centrally located for all rooms to use. The bathroom features tiled flooring, double vanity and tub/shower combo. This slice of life is waiting for you, so don't wait. Call Today!
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10 Acres