Gage County
Birch Road Lake Home
1767 E Birch Road Cortland, NE 68331
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Situated on a quiet corner of Indian Creek Reservoir in Gage County, Nebraska, this property pairs a custom-built home with acreage that draws wildlife right to the doorstep. Located at 1767 East Birch Road in Cortland, it sits at the end of the development, giving it a level of privacy that's hard to find this close to Lincoln. The property offers a mix of lake frontage, open ground, and adjacent acreage that supports consistent wildlife activity — deer and other wildlife move through the property regularly, making this a strong fit for buyers who want hunting or wildlife viewing without going far from a luxurious home. That activity, combined with the reservoir access, gives the property real utility for outdoor-focused buyers in addition to those looking for a primary or secondary residence. The main residence was custom-built for efficiency and finished with attention to detail throughout. One of its standout features is the sunroom, where floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights fill the space with natural light and frame open views of the surrounding countryside and reservoir — a spot that works equally well for morning coffee, entertaining, or simply taking in the lakeside view. That same emphasis on natural light and high-end finishes carries through the rest of the home, including a kitchen with ample counter space and a large island that opens into a living area anchored by a stone fireplace. The finished basement adds functional living space, a bedroom, a home gym, as well as an F5-rated storm shelter — a practical addition for anyone weighing year-round livability in this part of the state. With 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in the main home, there's room for a family, guests, or a mix of both. Beyond the main house, the property includes a pool alongside a 3-bedroom guest house complete with its own kitchen, laundry, and cathedral ceilings — a setup well suited to extended family and guests. A detached workshop with an exterior overhang provides an additional covered area for those pool goers seeking shelter from the sun. Access is straightforward: the property is roughly 2 miles from Highway 77, providing a quick connection to regional routes, about 5 miles from Cortland for local services, and approximately 29 miles from Lincoln, putting the state's capital and its amenities within a manageable commute. That balance — quiet, wildlife-rich, water-adjacent acreage with a fast connection to a major highway and city — is a big part of what sets this property apart. Whether the intent is a full-time residence, a weekend property, a multi-generational setup using the guest house, or outdoor enjoyment and recreation on and around the water, this property offers a combination of infrastructure, land, and location built to support a range of uses. *Acres are approximate; a survey will be conducted to determine the final acres. *Additional acres available for purchase*.
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- Lakefront property on Indian Creek Reservoir, 22± acres in Gage County, Nebraska
- Abundant wildlife on-site and on adjacent acreage
- Custom-built 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home designed for efficiency
- Sunroom with floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights, framing countryside and reservoir views
- Kitchen with large island and ample counter space; living area with wood-burning fireplace
- Finished basement plus F5-rated storm shelter
- Detached workshop with exterior overhang for equipment or hobby use
- Pool with attached 3-bedroom guest house, including kitchen, laundry, and cathedral ceilings
- Located at the end of the development for added privacy on a quiet section of the lake
- Convenient access: Roughly 2 miles to Highway 77, 5 miles to Cortland, 29 miles to Lincoln
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