1374 Park Rd, Waukon, IA 52172

Best of both worlds! Creek side country home with 2 mile proximity to town. Exceptional Construction & Year-Round Natural Beauty. Welcome to a truly special property where the peace and beauty of the country meet the convenience of being just minutes from town. Cherished by its owner for the past 33 years, this home offers a rare combination of exceptional construction, thoughtful features, abundant space, and a natural setting that is difficult to replicate. Built to last, the home features 12-inch insulated concrete forms extending to the top-story floor, a premium Fabral steel roof, Marvin windows / exterior three-point locking doors. Custom made main / upper floor cabinetry, solid core doors and trim. Comfort is equally well considered, with in-floor heat in the basement, an on-demand hot water system, an LP gas furnace, central air, and an LP gas fireplace on the main floor. One of the property's most remarkable features is its year-round spring-fed creek, which borders the entire north side of the property as well as a natural spring fed small pond. Wildlife can be enjoyed right from the home or from the expansive wraparound deck / ground level cement patio. The spacious yard includes mature shade trees, and numerous established perennial beds. The setting offers a country atmosphere with city amenities including the city swimming pool and park, grocery stores, school and NICC / Wellness center all within approximately five minutes. Over the years, this backyard has been much more than a yard—it has been a place to camp, garden, play volleyball, build a bicycle obstacle course, watch orioles, cardinals, turkeys, pheasants, the neighboring pastured horses and cows or simply sit beside the creek and enjoy the sound of the water rippling over the rocks. Inside, the main floor features an open kitchen and dining area, a living room with LP fireplace, a versatile space suitable for a piano room, and a French-door office or additional bedroom area. The upper level includes two bedrooms, each with its own separate walk-in closet room, along with a shared bathroom accessed directly from both bedrooms. The walk-out basement provides exceptional flexibility and could potentially function as a separate living or rental space. It includes a large open kitchen/living area, bathroom with whirlpool tub, utility/laundry room, and a locking mudroom/pet room (heated / air conditioned) with sink and direct pet access to a sizable area of fenced yard. The property also offers an impressive amount of storage and workspace. A 24' x 24' steel garage provides room for two cars plus additional space, with its own electrical subpanel, electric garage door opener, steel side door entry, 3 windows and built-in workbenches. A 14' x 24' wood shed (red) with a half loft provides even more storage. Additional highlights include good-tasting well water from a 176-foot-deep well drilled in 2003, a septic system inspection completed September 1, 2026, and an LP tank that is owned and included with the sale rather than leased. The included appliances are: Main-floor GE Slate kitchen appliances: dishwasher, stove, microwave, and refrigerator Basement stove and microwave Basement washer and dryer Water softener With its exceptional construction, flexible living spaces, spring-fed water features, mature landscape, substantial outbuildings, and close proximity to town, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find: the tranquility and character of country living without sacrificing everyday convenience. After 33 years of making memories here, the owner invites you to experience the beauty of this property for yourself. IMPORTANT: Interested buyers must provide a bank letter demonstrating financial means to meet the list price. Showings will be scheduled directly with the owner.