11999 CR 153 , Wheatland, MO 65779(Hickory County)

Some folks crave the country life. A place you can plant a garden, raise some chickens, shoot grandad's guns, ride horses and ATVs, and watch the wildlife from your back deck with a glass of cold ice tea. If you're this kind of person, you'll want to look closer at this property. Just a short drive north of Wheatland, Missouri, you'll find this fantastic timber farm. 172 +/- acres of gently rolling hills offer room to roam, and the home, shop, and additional out-buildings provide a place to hang your hat in style. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home is rock solid and was built in 2003. At about 2,000 square feet, it offers plenty of room and so much to love. An open concept kitchen/dining area transitions to the spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace perfect for keeping toasty on a chilly evening. The large family room offers additional space for relaxation, and could also serve as a perfect spot for setting up a home office, formal dining room, kids' playroom, or game room. The master bedroom has plenty of room, with a bonus sitting area. In addition to plenty of room, you're also sure to enjoy the energy efficient 2x6 exterior walls and extra insulation, both in the ceiling and under the floor, altogether perfect for keeping the home cozy and the energy bills low. A west facing front deck overlooks the treed yard, and an even larger, covered and screened-in back deck is the perfect setting for entertaining guests or eating outside without worry of bugs or rain. And if the weather turns threatening, you'll appreciate the concrete storm shelter just outside the back door.

Just a short distance from the house is an amazing shop, set up for multiple uses and plenty of storage and workspace. With 1,500 square feet of open space, the front of the shop is a fully finished entertainment showcase. In addition to the concrete floor, you'll find a bar sink, insulated walls and ceiling, cedar plank walls, huge storage closet, mechanical room, and a full bathroom, all of which is climate controlled with the option to heat with wood or propane. Beyond the finished floor space is another 1,000 square feet of workshop space with workbenches, shelves, and a concrete floor, just right for the serious woodworker or car enthusiast. And if that wasn't enough, there's still another 1,500 square feet of covered, enclosed storage for your boat, side-by-side, tractor, and other equipment. West of the home is an older 850 square foot wood framed house that could be made into an additional workshop, man cave, or kids' playhouse, and just beyond that is another 700 square foot, fully enclosed machine shed.

The acreage on this property is heavily wooded, and consists primarily of oaks and hickories, with other hardwoods and some cedar thickets as well. Meandering through the gently rolling hills are more than 4 miles of well-maintained trails, perfect for getting some exercise or accessing one of the many deer stands situated throughout the woods. Four small ponds are tucked away in the woods as well, and an abundance of tracks suggests regular use by the many deer found here. Turkeys are regularly seen strutting in the yard during the spring, or gobbling and patrolling one of the ridge tops nearby. This is a great country home and acreage with plenty of outdoor recreation options and amenities to suit a rural lifestyle. To learn more about it, or to schedule a private showing, call listing agent Scott Sudkamp at (417) 321-5427.

Property Features

-3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2,000 sq. ft. home

-Covered and screened-in deck

-Super nice finished barn ready for entertaining

-Additional out-buildings for storage and workspace

-Storm shelter

-4 ponds

-Beautiful setting with lots of mature trees

-Seclusion and privacy

-Timbered ridges and valleys

-Extensive trail system

-Food plot locations

-Abundant wildlife

-Just 7.6 miles from Wheatland

-Just 8.1 miles from Fairfield boat ramp on Truman Lake

-Wheatland R-2 schools