2452 262nd St, Independence, IA 50644

This exquisite property is a hidden gem tucked away on 50 acres of pristine natural beauty that borders the Wapsipinicon River. With its blend of timber and CRP ground, it offers a unique opportunity to embrace nature while seeking peaceful seclusion. Deer and wild turkeys are just some of the visitors you can expect to encounter. Come inside this beautiful home and fall in love with the spacious great room adorned with a soaring beamed ceiling, fireplace and a wall of windows showcasing nature’s beauty. The wonderful kitchen space offers tremendous cabinet and counterspace with breakfast bar, wine rack and adjacent dining area. Additionally, a formal dining room, convenient half bath, laundry room and the master bedroom are all found on the main floor. The master bedroom has a private bath with jetted tub and a unique spiral staircase leading to a loft, offering a perfect space for an office or quiet retreat. Upstairs you’ll discover two generously sized bedrooms that are so spacious they could be divided to create even more sleeping quarters. The 2nd floor’s open design above the great room allows an abundance of natural light to filter in. The basement is a versatile space featuring a bedroom, second laundry room and a partly finished rec room perfect for game days. The basement also offers substantial storage space and a workshop area with outside access via overhead door. The exterior boasts a welcoming front porch, rear screened porch with patio underneath, a side deck, cedar siding, new roof and an oversized 2-stall attached garage. For comfort and efficiency, the home is equipped with geothermal heating/cooling supplemented by an LP furnace. Two electric water heaters (one for the geo), rural water runs to the house, while a private well is in place for outside use and to supply the shed. The 50x72x14 machine shed built in 2016 is ideal for those seeking ample work and storage space. Inside you’ll find a solid concrete floor, storage loft and an impressive 32x50 shop equipped with geothermal in-floor heat, window a/c and a ¾ bath. A 20x72 lean-to with gravel floor was added in 2018 offering additional space to keep the tractor. There’s Honeycrisp apple, pear and plum trees and several hardwood trees have also been planted. 23.8 acres in CRP. Fall 2023 payment of $5,255. Buyer must agree to honor CRP contracts.