1497 255th St, Manchester, IA 52057

Saddle up your horses and bring them home to this beautiful 4.05-acre retreat. Perfect for a modern self-reliant lifestyle offering the ultimate blank canvas to build a small dream farmstead, grow your own food and raise your own livestock. Experience the unparalleled quality and craftsmanship of this premier timber frame home. A true embodiment of rustic elegance and modern comfort with the use of the finest materials and attention to detail. This home was custom crafted by the current owner and features a unique design offering many spaces for an ultimate lifestyle experience. This home emulates a traditional barn of our rural heritage using full-cut rough dimensional timbers, with post and beam construction anchored by steel plates. This stunning one-of-a-kind timber frame structure can be yours! Upon entry you are welcomed by soaring vaulted ceilings and a breathtaking influx of natural light that highlights the open post and beam structure and the stunning full frame staircase and second level loft. You can feel the strength and quality of your structure in every room. The main level has an open floorplan featuring an attractive kitchen with large center island, a spacious dining area and a large living room showcasing the floor to ceiling gas fireplace with natural stone accents. The oversized master bedroom, a full bathroom with a new walk-in tile shower, an attractive guest room and a convenient laundry room are also located on the first floor. The walk-out lower level enhances the charm of this home with a cozy living room, a large game room with wet bar and a nice bathroom with walk-in tile shower plus room to finish a 4th bedroom if needed. The outdoor spaces are just as appealing and are perfect for any gathering. The large wrap around deck with pergola, a covered front porch, lower-level patio and permanent firepit create intimate spaces for all to enjoy. Conveniently located on a hard surface road, this extraordinary property is situated amongst the beautiful backdrop of Iowa farm fields offering breathtaking views that can be enjoyed throughout every season. This is your rare opportunity to own a legacy property built to stand the test of time.