Welcome home to this inviting zero-entry, earth-contact ranch on 9.85 private and peaceful acres just minutes from Perry Lake. This rustic-style home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and an open floor plan. It is well-maintained and provides comfortable country living with plenty of room to enjoy the rural lifestyle you've been dreaming of. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous countertop space, and includes all appliances. The adjoining 24' x 16' living room creates a spacious and comfortable gathering space. The primary bedroom features its own updated private bathroom, and the home has been thoroughly updated over the past few years while maintaining its warm country charm. The laundry area is conveniently located just off the kitchen in the same room as the home's mechanical systems. Enjoy quiet mornings on the screened porch or unwind on the newly added covered deck overlooking the peaceful countryside. The outbuildings offer flexibility for hobbies, projects, animals, and storage. A custom-built 16' x 12' garden shed can also serve as a partial greenhouse, while the 32' x 50' shop features a concrete floor, electricity, 220-volt service, and includes a Titan vehicle lift. Additional buildings include a 20' x 23' three-sided machine shed and a versatile 24' x 12' concrete-floor building that has served over the years as a brooder house, dog kennel, and chicken coop. The pasture/hay meadow is fenced on three sides with no current farm tenant, offering flexibility for horses, hobby farming, or livestock. A garden area with its own water spigot can be made ready for your next growing season. The layout of the property also provides excellent space for recreational activities including target practice and archery, with approximately 150 yards of shooting distance. Recent updates include a brand-new 2.5-ton air conditioner and new furnace with humidifier. Additional features include a tankless water heater, water softener, water filtration system, and a durable 26-gauge, high-impact metal roof. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the location—just 5 miles from the nearest Perry Lake boat ramp with easy access to boating, fishing, camping, and miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking, and biking. Conveniently located only 10 miles from Topeka and 25 miles from Lawrence, this property offers the perfect balance of rural tranquility and easy access to city amenities. Whether you're looking for a hobby farm, horse property, workshop space, or simply a peaceful country retreat, this versatile acreage is ready to welcome you home.