Property Description
If you’ve been searching for the perfect Southern Iowa retreat—a beautiful, private cabin tucked away in one of the region’s most renowned trophy whitetail hunting areas—this exceptionally well-maintained homestead in Unionville, Iowa, offers the ideal blend of rustic charm, modern
comfort, and world-class outdoor opportunities. Pride of ownership is evident in every detail of this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom (one non conforming) cabin with over 2,192 sq.ft of cozy living space.
The exterior is completely maintenance-free, featuring new steel log siding, soffits, fascia, and a stone-coated steel roof. Inside, a double-insulated fireplace provides deep, comforting warmth during the winter months, while a recently added four-season room with Anderson windows and doors, plush carpeting, and a gas fireplace offers the perfect place to sip morning coffee, watch breathtaking sunsets, and observe the abundant wildlife.
The landscaping has been carefully designed and maintained, with a new retaining wall and sidewalk leading to the front door, a spacious rear deck, a welcoming front porch, and an outdoor fire pit that creates an inviting space for summer evenings. A 30x53 machine shop provides abundant storage for tools, equipment, and recreational toys, and a lean-to offers even more space. For those interested in livestock, the newly fenced front pasture is ready for use.
The property lies in a well-known trophy whitetail area and has been expertly managed for both habitat and hunting success. Premium wildlife cover has been established with switchgrass plantings and miscanthus rows, and year-round water sources are available from three strategically placed water holes.
Trophy buck attraction has been enhanced with multiple rubbing posts and hemp rope licking branches, and an orchard of five Arkansas Black apple trees and five Keifer pear trees has been planted in key locations. Diverse food plots of clover and soybeans, along with a reclaimed late-season plot, provide consistent forage, while the back third of the lower field has been left in native cover for bedding. Timber stand improvement east of the creek increases sunlight and enhances bedding opportunities, all under the guidance of a habitat management plan developed with expert Mark Luster.
The property comes fully set up with two 600 lb. Banks feeders, one 300 lb. Banks feeder, a 360 blind, and a ladder stand, making it truly turnkey for the avid hunter or wildlife enthusiast. Whether you’re looking for a private hunting paradise, a serene country home, or both, this
Unionville retreat is ready to welcome you.
KEY FEATURES:
Included with the Sale
• (2) 600 lb. Banks feeders
• (1) 300 lb. Banks feeder
• (1) 360 blind
• (1) Ladder stand
• Invisible fence with 2 collars
• Washer & dryer
• All appliances
• Amish furniture on the deck
• TV stand in the loft
• Furniture in sunroom
• Back shelving in the shop
• Refrigerator & chest freezer in shop
• All firewood with racks/storage
• Water collection system by shop
• Additional miscellaneous items
Negotiable Items
• Sectional couch
• Bedroom sets
• Recliner in basement
• Kitchen table & chairs
• Metal stools in kitchen
• Troy-Bilt Mustang 50" zero-turn mower
• Chairs by firepit
• Other negotiable items not listed
Recent Improvements:
Landscaping & Outdoor Features
• Retaining wall & walkway with volt lighting – Spring 2024
• New deck & front porch – Spring/Summer 2024
• Firepit – Spring 2024
• Fenced front pasture – ideal for small livestock
Exterior Upgrades
• New Roof & Gutters – Oct. 2023
Stone-coated steel by Erie Home
50-year limited-lifetime warranty
• New Steel Log Siding, Soffits, Fascia – June 2024 (TruLog Siding)
Interior Updates
• Four-season sunroom with Anderson windows & door, carpet, and gas fireplace
• Double-insulated stovepipe fireplace – heats home efficiently
• Enclosed & finished basement area
• Basement bathroom remodel – new shower, vanity, and cosmetic updates (July 2025)
• HVAC cleaned & serviced – April 2025
Hunting Improvements & Habitat Enhancements
• Switchgrass plantings near home, miscanthus rows, and in front of 360 blind
• Improved drainage in lower field to prevent flooding
• Three year-round water holes for wildlife
• Trophy buck attractants: rubbing posts & hemp rope licking branches
• Orchard: 5 Arkansas Black apple trees & 5 Keifer pear trees in key spots
• Clover & soybean food plots plus late-season reclaimed plot
• Back third of lower field left in native bedding cover for deer & fawns
• Timber stand improvement east of creek for sunlight and bedding
• Expert-designed management plan with Mark Luster for stand placement & mature buck
potential
• Long-term forestry plan to enhance valuable trees & remove invasive species
Directions: Head west on 180th Street. Continue straight onto Eagle Blvd. Follow Eagle Blvd to 159th Trail and turn west. Stay on 159th Trail as it curves and becomes 152nd Street. Continue on 152nd Street until you reach Arbor Blvd. Turn south on Arbor Blvd and drive 0.91 miles. The home will be on the west (right) side of the road — look for the sign.
