Dreaming of peaceful country living without giving up the convenience of town? This 4-bedroom, 4-bath ranch sits on 19.5 acres at the quiet edge of Sheldon, offering a rare combination of space & versatility for livestock &/or workshop needs. The beautiful brick exterior, newer metal roof, newer HVAC provide low-maintenance appeal, while the attached 2-car garage makes coming home easy during inclement weather. Drop your bags inside the back door & gather around the open kitchen/dining area, where bar seating, abundant cabinetry & counter space, along with a multi-tier pull-out pantry make busy family life extra enjoyable. Picture everyone chatting about their day while dinner is prepared, then gathering in the inviting living room with its impressive vaulted ceiling, oversized windows & gas fireplace. As the seasons change, cozy up by the fire & watch the fall colors unfold outside. Three bedrooms & 3 baths are located on the main level, each with spacious walk-in closets. Approximately 1/2 of the walkout basement is finished with a SECOND KITCHEN, eat-in dining area, family room, bedroom & full bath-ideal for separate living quarters, guests &/or hobbies. The unfinished area provides storage & living space expansion opportunities, along with a concrete storm/safe room ready for a door to be added. Step outside & discover 5 additional outbuildings: a 40x60 metal shop/barn with electricity, concrete floor & drive-through doors for large equipment; metal machine shop w/elec; metal hay barn; traditional barn with upper hay loft; metal loafing shed; & small tool/gardening shed. Bring your horses & livestock!! The acreage is fenced & cross-fenced with an automatic waterer, frost-free hydrant, small pond & a wet-weather creek. An old covered well may offer potential for restoration for livestock &/or gardening use. This property is the perfect home & acreage to spread out, grow together, enjoy the changing seasons & truly love country living, while close to town.