6306 E 1st St Newton, KS 67114

Listing details for 6306 E 1st St, Newton, KS 67114 : This is what you have been waiting for! Welcome home to 6306 E. 1st in Newton. As you approach the property you will only notice the long driveway, the home is not visible from the road. It will be difficult to find a more private, secluded, home than this one! As you approach the home you will notice space perfect for horses, cattle, or any other animals you may have. The animals will love the naturally fed pond. This beautiful homestead sits on 7.5 acres and it has been wonderfully updated over the years. The 30 x 50 shop/outbuilding has a concrete floor and it can be used in several different ways. The ceiling is insulated and can be heated by installing a propane tank. Heaters are currently installed, just not connected to a gas source. As you stand back and take a deep breath you will notice how peaceful it is here. You have 4 Mulberry trees and an Apple tree! The landscaping is gorgeous and you have a variety of plants, flowers, and shrubs. In the backyard, your view consists of open fields and hills. There is a HUGE composite deck and a pergola located on the East side of the property, the perfect location to enjoy the sunrise in the morning and cool evenings. The access to the deck is just off of the dining room. Upon entering the home, you will notice the vaulted ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and the open floor plan. As you step into the living room you will immediately notice how well maintained the home is. On the south side of the home, you will have the Largest bedroom with vaulted ceilings and the en-suite. The second and third bedrooms are also on the main floor. The majority of windows have been replaced in 2019 with triple pane windows and extra insulation has been installed in the attic. These improvements have really helped keep the home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. You have an open staircase leading to a loft area which is cooled by a separate ac unit. Kids will love this space, and it is filled with natural lights, perfect for plants to flourish. The views from the loft are breathtaking! You will notice the dining area heading towards the kitchen, large enough to house your large dining room table. The kitchen has beautiful granite countertops, maple cabinets, and a stunning view from the kitchen sink area to the back yard, under-mount cabinet lighting, sliding drawers in the pantry, and 2 lazy susans. The kitchen will come fully equipped with a refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher. Just off of the kitchen, you will find the den with another electric fireplace and the laundry room. In the basement, you will find two good-sized bedrooms, both with egress windows and large closets. The home has been updated with a drain system with 2 sump pumps. There is a high-efficiency furnace and the ac-unit which is only 3 years old. The basement walls 2x4 and the walls on the home are all 2x6 and both the basement and above grade walls are insulated. The current owners primarily heat the home with the wood-burning stove in the family room in the basement. They have opened the floor just above the stove, which allows the heat to naturally heat the entire home. They are also leaving all the firewood (approximately 2 seasons worth) which is near the shop outside. Outback you also have a garden area with rich soil, and another storage shed/ or kids' playhouse. The owner started to build a treehouse, and any material will pass to the new owner. Don't wait to schedule your appointment and call your favorite Real Estate Agent today!