A RARE FIND?a slice of heaven?an Iowa acreage! This beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 3 bath American Foursquare home is filled with character and is situated on 8.22 acres m/l just minutes south of Hudson on a hard surface road. A wrap-around front porch provides a gracious welcome to your guests as they enter the inviting living room accented by French doors and a large fireplace with custom mantle and enjoy meals in a formal dining room straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. Preserved throughout are the original hallmarks of the era?glowing hardwood floors, built-ins, panel doors, and deep casements and base trim. The large, updated, eat-in kitchen boasts granite counters, tile back splash, accent lighting, and ample cabinets and storage. In addition to a main floor master suite, there are 3 bedrooms on the upper level & a 4th non-conforming guestroom in the lower level. This property is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast and mechanically inclined. TWO MORTON buildings with oversize doors will meet all of your storage needs: one is 5, 292 sq.ft., heated, AC, bath, office and loft area too w/ partial concrete floor, the other is 1, 944 sq.ft of space also with concrete floor. Additional housing amenities include a parlor filled with built-ins; main floor laundry; finished lower level with family/rec room, office, and updated bath with shower and large whirlpool tub; upgraded gutter guards; and extensive landscaping including a water feature, recreational fire pit, raspberries, vegetable garden space, and windbreak. This is truly a one-of-a-kind property!