Nate Ammons

Incredible 39+/- Acre Southern Iowa Retreat offering a Hobby Farm and Cabin with a multitude of opportunities located ½ mile off paved Lake Road, minutes outside of Ottumwa.  This private and secluded Wapello County, Iowa property boasts 39+/- acres with a 1792 sq ft building, built in 2018.  Within the building you will find nearly 700 sq ft of finished living space, completed in 2022 offering immaculate high-end finishes, a functional layout and ample space making this the perfect getaway destination.  The shop area of the building presents excellent room for storage, equipment and is set up with RV/Camper electrical and waste disposal plumbing.  Full concrete, efficient high-end utilities/appliances, included home furnishings and even a “Safe Room” add to the list of extra features this property includes, but there are many more features with this “must see” property.  From the top-end finishes to the quality craftsmanship, no detail was left out with the design of this building. Across the aesthetically appealing landscape of the farm, you will find an abundance of wildlife, high yielding garden, many fruit trees, including both peach and cherry, wild berries, a pond, and native hardwood & softwood timber. The rolling terrain and dense cover brings out an astounding recreational aspect of this property whether seeking trophy game that calls this area home or simply looking for outdoor adventures on your own piece of land.  With trails throughout the wooded scenery there are multiple ways to enjoy every part of the gorgeous property! This feature-rich property is truly versatile to fit nearly anyone’s needs and offers endless opportunities located in the beautiful rolling hills of Southeast Iowa.  Whether looking for a minimalist self-sufficient homestead, hunting property with on-site living, weekend retreat or new home building site in a prime location, you’ve found a truly special opportunity in this Premier Iowa Recreational Property.

This sprawling 73-acre Iowa property offers a serene rural retreat with endless possibilities in Monroe County, near Moravia and Albia. Conveniently located just one mile off paved 645th Avenue, south of Albia, this parcel combines fertile land with comfortable living. At its heart lies a 3,360-square-foot home built in 2011, featuring 5 bedrooms, a walkout basement, and an attached garage. This dwelling is a perfect blend of comfort and functionality, providing ample space. The property's appeal extends beyond the home, with six buildings dotting the landscape. Among these structures, two recently built barns feature concrete floors, offering versatility for various endeavors. A spacious open-front shed built in 2019, measuring 40 x 168 x 12 provides ample space for equipment or projects. One of the newer barns is thoughtfully connected to a five-acre fenced area, making it an ideal setting for livestock or agricultural activities. Whether you're considering hobby farming or 4-H/FFA projects, this area is primed for your rural aspirations. Across the property, approximately 20 acres are dedicated to hayfields, and a further 3 acres serve as a productive produce patch exploding with vibrant colors of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The land seamlessly transitions into a picturesque landscape of open fields and timber, that flourishes with wildlife. Turkey and trophy whitetail deer roam these grounds, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Truly a rare find, this property offers the best of both worlds—functionality and scenic charm. Whether you envision a home surrounded by nature's beauty, wish to cultivate your own crops, or enjoy its recreational benefits, this 73-acre gem holds the promise of a fulfilling rural lifestyle. Greenhouse is not included and the property does not have electric or forced air/heat.

Iowa Investment Property with Income Producing Ag Land, CRP Land and Exceptional Recreational and Hunting Use. This Monroe County, Iowa 255 +/- acre combination farm is located near the borders of Lucas and Marion Counties offering a combination of productive ag land currently seeded to alfalfa/hay, native grass CRP with timbered fingers & draws bisecting the farm. Approximately 70% of this farm is income producing with 89 +/- acres in CRP with an annual payment of $13,810 on 3 contracts expiring in 2025, 2031 and 2034. The additional income comes from 91 +/- open crop acres carrying a 47 CSR2, a majority being alfalfa with grass hay and modest pasture acres. This property lays in an area that produces true world-class hunting opportunities and is set up with solid access to multiple natural funnels across the farm. Timbered draws break up the farm perfectly and offer several smaller fields along with larger fields, all of which create major travel corridors and offer edge habitat for hunting multiple winds all season long. There are multiple locations to convert to food plots, which would put this farm over the top. With a large section of Stephens State Forest to the south, the private and secluded location of this farm, in the middle of a large section of contiguous acres makes for a stout population of whitetail, turkey, and small game. Iowa combination farms that offer both a solid return from sustainable income and true long-term trophy hunting potential are hard to find and this one offers all that and much more.