Crawford County
Scenic Driftless Retreat Along The West Fork Knapp Creek
42243 S Knapp Creek Ln Gays Mills, WI 54631
Description
If you have been looking for an escape to Wisconsin’s Driftless area, then you need to take a look at this new listing! This beautiful 18.9 acre country retreat is located on a private road, overlooking a winding trout stream, in a quiet valley near both the Kickapoo and Wisconsin Rivers with the gentle rolling hills of the Ocooch Mountains in every direction.
The 2,044sf custom-built, lodge-style home features three large bedrooms, three full baths, tall ceilings throughout, with a large masonry wood- burning fireplace, providing warmth and comfort alongside the in-floor heated ceramic tile floors. The open concept kitchen features granite countertops, stone backsplash, soft-closing cabinets and drawers, a huge walk-in pantry and high-end stainless steel appliances. The master suite offers a spa-like experience with two separate vanities, a large walk-in shower, a corner jetted tub, and a spacious walk-in closet. Pella windows overlook the surrounding valley, providing beautiful views to enjoy.
The attached heated and insulated 2-car garage features tall ceilings and storage space , while the separate 25’ x 40’ insulated, heated outbuilding is perfect for a workshop, ATVs, tractor, boat or any additional storage space. The finished loft above the outbuilding provides a great flex space, with internet access and electricity. Sit down on the porch swing to relax and gaze upon eagles, herons and hawks soaring through the hollow, deer grazing in the tall grasses along the creek and frogs and birds singing a peaceful melody. The home is fenced and gated, perfect for animals and privacy. The property features multiple raised garden beds, an insulated chicken coop and apple trees for a more self-sustainable lifestyle. A wood-burning custom-built cedar sauna is tucked behind the home alongside an outdoor shower, which is perfect on a clear crisp night or after a day of swimming or fishing in the creek. For added peace of mind, the home is equipped with a whole home Generac generator.
The 18.9 acres is accessible by hiking or UTV with well-maintained trail systems leading you to the West Fork Knapp Creek, a Class II trout stream, which has had extensive time and money invested to provide outstanding fishing right out your front door. UTV trails will lead you to the wooded hill behind the home, with a mix of hardwood to timber, maples to tap and mushrooms to forage, as well as some great turkey and deer hunting, or just to hike your way up to cool off under the peaceful canopy.
If you are looking for a private home tucked away from traffic and light pollution, that prioritizes comfort and efficiency, with unparalleled beauty, excellent access to outdoor recreation and abundant wildlife, this is a property you do not want to miss! Give me a call to schedule your private showing.
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- Private setting on a dead-end private road
- Custom-built 2,044+/- sqft Lodge-style home
- 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms
- Open-concept floor plan with tall ceilings
- Masonry wood-burning fireplace
- In-floor heated ceramic tile floors
- Granite Countertops and stainless steel appliances
- Large walk-in pantry
- Spacious primary suite with jetted tub and walk-in shower
- Pella windows with scenic valley views
- Heated and insulated attached 2-car garage
- 25' x 40' heated and insulated outbuilding with finished loft
- Whole-home Generac backup generator
- Fenced and gated homesite
- Multiple raised garden beds
- Insulated Chicken coop
- Custom cedar wood-burning sauna
- Well-maintained hiking and UTV trail system
- West Fork Knapp Creek, Class II trout stream
- Hardwood timber with maple trees for tapping
- Excellent mushroom foraging opportunities
- Deer and turkey hunting
- 20 minutes to Boscobel, >1.5 hours to Madison, 3 hours to Milwaukee
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