Rare Rochester acreage offering exceptional versatility just minutes from I-5! Set on 1.78 acres, this property combines a comfortable single-level home with outstanding space for animals, hobbies, equipment and outdoor pursuits. The fenced yard, pasture, animal shelter and mature apple trees create a well-equipped country setting, while the impressive 40x40 insulated 3-bay shop with RV hookups provides substantial workspace and storage. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate Scatter Creek Nature Preserve, with riding access approximately 100 feet away. Enjoy convenient access to trail riding, bird hunting and other recreation—a particularly appealing location for equestrian and retriever enthusiasts. The 1,872 sq ft home offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, including a non-conforming third bedroom in the converted garage. The garage also features a dedicated dog-kennel setup with high intensity lighting, an additional water heater and five covered 7-foot exterior runs beneath a covered patio, offering an adaptable space for grooming, boarding, breeding or other specialty uses.. Two laundry areas and a cozy woodstove add convenience and country charm. Updates include a 2022 furnace/heat pump, 2020 water heater, 2014 roof and electrical panel, and 2023 well pump and casing. A rare combination of acreage, infrastructure and recreational access in a convenient Rochester location.