Buhler Road Retreat provides the ultimate in luxury, room to spread your elbows and picturesque views of famed Kansas sunrises and sunsets. The 4722 square foot home sits behind an automatic security gate and is located on +/-78 serene acres, featuring a large +/-2.5 acre pond and native prairie grass. There is also a three part, multi-use outbuilding that measures a total of 6892 square feet. Come explore all the amenities on this property. The nearly 78 acres are anchored by a beautiful +/-2.5 acre spring fed and well stocked pond. This pond has it's own island, sitting area and a small beach that also acts as a paddle boat launch. The pasture grasses roll out like carpet over the very gentle sandy soil dunes that are typical of this area and they shimmer in greens, reds and tans, dependent upon the season and time of year. These grasses have historically been hayed each year for some extra income. The property is nearly all fenced, with a large, programmable, automatic opening steel gate at the property entrance. The balance of the property has solid, 4 strand barbed wire. The front entrance to the property is filled with mature and trimmed trees that overlook the multiple gravel pathways that lead to and from the home. The trees provide extra privacy and homes for wildlife, including wood ducks that regularly make their nests in the tall timber. The landscaping around the home is manicured fine fescue grass and is irrigated by multiple water wells and a Wi-Fi enabled sprinkler system. THE HOME - This stunning home is absolutely filled with awesome woodwork throughout. Crown moulding spans the entire main floor, built-in furniture and cabinetry highlight nearly every room and heavy baseboards and decorative touches abound. Class and attention to detail show in every direction you look. From the moment you walk into the home from the expansive covered front porch, you are immediately met with westerly views through large picture windows showcasing the beauty of the exterior landscape. Those windows are anchored by a gas fireplace and quartz topped cabinetry. Well maintained wood floors run through the main floor. Positioned between the siting area and the kitchen sits the formal dining room, complete with a large built-in cabinet for storage and display. The kitchen has recently been remodeled and it is stunning. The quarter-sawn oak cabinets, extra large granite island, imported tile, absolute top of the line appliances and an entire wall of built-in storage make this kitchen a show stopper. It's awesome. Appliances set to transfer include refrigerator with large digital screen, gas cooktop, double ovens and wine cooler. The entrance to the master suite features an inviting stained glass accent above the door and the suite is large enough to accommodate a sitting area, complete with that same, incredible view of the pond & western landscape. The bathroom features an extra large glass shower and a therapeutic, jetted tub. The double vanities are topped with quartz countertops and the walk-in closet is large enough the get lost in. The basement has two oversized bedrooms that share a Jack and Jill bathroom and each have extra large closets. The basement also has a separate television lounge that has double door access to the wet bar, billiards or poker room and walk out patio. The patio has its own wood fired, brick pizza oven/stove. This basement sets up great for entertaining guests while watching the big game or a cozy night at home. Additional home features include: Automatic, whole home back up generator Geothermal heat pump Multiple water wells Whole home vacuum Reverse osmosis system Integrated sound system New interior paint throughout Automatic window shades Oversized, attached 3 car garage Alarm system OUTBUILDING/SHOP - The outbuilding and shop area is divided into three distinct sections spanning 32x56, 55x60 and 30x60. The use of this building and its different partitions is only limited by your imagination. Using it as a workshop, family recreation space, classic car showcase garage, or even a commercial operation would all be options. The first section measures 32x56 and is insulated and is both heated and cooled. It is currently used as a workshop, complete with a half bath, sealed concrete floor, secure office area and plenty of power for any toys and equipment you may want to plug in. The southern end of this section has a two car overhead door. The middle section measures 55x60 and is affectionately known as the Jump Room. Currently set up to accommodate grandkids' enjoyment and activities, this portion is also insulated and has heated tile floors and extra high ceilings. A separate television and billiards area on the west side features a wet bar and large windows showcasing that same awesome view of the property. There is great lighting and plenty of space to use in any number of ways. Another 16 foot wide garage door opens to an exterior concrete pad area that could be used as a small commercial parking lot, additional patio or even more space for activities like a basketball court. The northern most section measures 30x60 and has two, extra tall overhead doors for pull through access. There is a floor drain, more insulation and power outlets available throughout. This area could be used as a mechanic's bay, storage with easy access from either side or anything else you can imagine. The entire shop can be serviced by the emergency generator and also has plumbed air from an industrial sized compressor. The property provides ample opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, right in your own backyard. The stocked pond provides hours and hours of fishing and attracts waterfowl as they make their way through the Central Flyway. Multiple species of ducks and geese use the pond to roost and the pasture to lounge and feed during the day. In addition to sizeable populations of famed Kansas whitetail deer and Rio Grande turkey, there are predators, furbearers and dove that make their way onto the property on a regular basis as well. There is a rifle target set up near the pond that can be utilized from the back patio of the home and there is plenty of room to shoot shotguns at clays. There is also a fenced garden area for you to grow your own vegetables. And finally, there are multiple strategically placed sitting areas positioned all around the home to watch the Kansas sunsets and sunrises. Water rights and mineral rights are both expected to transfer to new owner. Hutchinson, Kansas experiences all four seasons throughout the year. Summers are generally warm and winters are considered to the middle of November through February. Winters can bring some snow. Spring and fall are typically very comfortable and a great time to be outdoors. Hutchinson averages 32 inches of rain per year and an additional 13 inches of snow. The sun shines an average of 224 days per year. This property sits 4.5 miles to the east of Hutchinson, Kansas, which is home to the Kansas State Fair, Kansas Cosmosphere and the Kansas Underground Salt Museum. Famed Prairie Dunes Country Club is only 7.5 miles away. Hutchinson has a full range of ammenities, including a regional airport, hospital, restaurants, junior college and all other expected businesses serving a city population of nearly 40,000. Wichita, Kansas' Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport is located 43 miles from the property.
