Custom Built Home With Shop Overlooking Pond And Timber

Located in Davis County, Iowa, this approximately 40-acre Southern Iowa acreage offers a combination of country living, recreational opportunities, and functional design. The property features a custom-built home, approximately 32 acres of pasture, 7 acres of timber, a large stocked pond, established trails, an attached heated garage, a heated shop, a livestock shed, a fenced garden area, and beautiful views overlooking the surrounding countryside. The property is located approximately 8 miles northwest of Troy, 12 miles east of Bloomfield, and 24 miles southeast of Ottumwa, providing a convenient location and less than 3/4 of a mile to a hard surface road. The custom home was built in 2011 and offers 3,631 total square feet and just short of 3,200 finished square feet of living space. It includes three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, and features in-floor heat in the basement and the garage. The home was designed with functionality and efficiency in mind, with quality finishes and thoughtful features throughout. From the two-stall heated garage, you enter into a large mudroom with a half bathroom and closet. Down the hallway is the main-floor master suite, which features a large shower, whirlpool tub, and generous closet space. The adjacent laundry room includes built-in hanging racks and additional functional space. The main level opens into a spacious great room with an eat-in kitchen, abundant natural light, and an open layout. The living room features an entire wall of windows, beautiful woodwork, and a vaulted ceiling. The large windows provide views across the acreage and toward the timbered hillside, offering a scenic backdrop throughout the seasons. A large wraparound deck extends from the main living area and provides additional outdoor space for entertaining, grilling, relaxing, and enjoying the views across the property. The upper level includes two additional bedrooms, each with a large closet and a built-in desk area. A full bathroom and additional living space in the loft provide flexibility for family members and guests. The walkout basement adds another level of finished living space and includes in-floor heat, a full bathroom, a living room, an additional kitchen area, and abundant storage. One of the property's unique features is a full-size vault room located behind a false wall. The vault measures approximately 9.5 feet by 16 feet and is completely encased in reinforced concrete. It includes shelving and storage space along with a ventilation system. Since 2025, the house has also received some upgrades, including a new roof and portions of siding. The land offers a diverse combination of pasture, timber, water, and recreational features. Approximately 32 acres are in pasture, while approximately 7 acres consist of timber. A large stocked pond provides fishing opportunities and includes multiple fish houses and structures. The pond is equipped with a dock and is around 18 feet deep when fully filled. It comes fully stocked with bass, bluegills, red ears, catfish, and a few grass carp. An established trail system winds through the timber, along the creek, and around the property. These trails provide opportunities for walking, ATV riding, accessing different areas of the property, and enjoying the outdoors. There is an easement in the far SW corner of the property, for the neighbor to the south to access a portion of their farm by crossing over a small portion of the property in the SW corner. For the whitetail hunter, the property's timber provides recreational and hunting opportunities. The timber connects to a larger block of timber in the surrounding area and contains several funnels and pinch points. The combination of timber, pasture, creek corridors, and neighboring habitat creates a diverse environment for Southern Iowa whitetail hunting. Near the home is a large fenced garden area with multiple fruit trees, asparagus, blueberries, and plenty of room for additional annual garden vegetables. This area provides the opportunity for gardening and producing food directly from the property. The improvements continue with a 30-foot by 48-foot shop. The shop includes an insulated workspace that is heated and cooled for year-round use, while the remaining portion is currently utilized as cold storage. The building provides useful space for equipment, recreational vehicles, projects, and general storage. A 16-foot by 32-foot livestock shed is also located on the property. The building is divided into two sections, with a chicken coop on one side and a cattle shelter on the other. The building also provides water and feed storage. The adjacent pasture area has potential for multiple paddocks to rotationally graze cattle and has plenty of space to be able to raise your own livestock on the property. This Davis County property offers an opportunity to own a functional Southern Iowa acreage with a custom home and a diverse combination of land and improvements. The combination of pasture, timber, stocked pond, recreational trails, hunting opportunities, garden area, shop, livestock facilities, and a well-designed home provides numerous potential uses. Whether you're searching for Southern Iowa hunting land, recreational property, a country home, a hobby farm, or acreage with room for livestock and outdoor activities, this property offers a combination of features that are difficult to find in one package. Contact Hersh Smith at 641-931-6884 with the Southeast Iowa Land Team today to schedule a private showing and take a closer look at this Davis County acreage.