3187 56 Highway

Here’s an opportunity to own a well-maintained property in Morris County that has been lived in as the sellers’ “forever home.” Located just east of Herington on US Highway 56, this 11.49+/- acre tract combines a spacious residence, multiple functional outbuildings, and open ground currently in hay production. It is a must-see to appreciate all it has to offer. The home, built in 1979 by the sellers, includes 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 4,058 sq ft of finished living space. The 1,737 sq ft basement, expands the living and entertainment options and is accessible . The property includes a two-car attached garage and a paved driveway from direct blacktop frontage. In 2024, new roofs were installed on the house, the office outbuilding, and the pool house. An underground swimming pool sits behind the home, with a pool house providing convenient storage. Several outbuildings support a variety of uses: the original horse barn has been converted to a storage shed, a 60x40 fully insulated metal shed with carpeted floors and heat is currently set up as a gymnasium, and a detached outbuilding configured as an office with window AC and a furnace for year-round climate control. Inside, the home offers both a formal dining room and a dine-in kitchen. Portions of the interior feature vaulted ceilings, and finishes throughout reflect the care and upkeep the sellers have maintained over the years. A spiral staircase leads to a balcony area overlooking the large living room area below. The bedrooms are all on the second level with the master featuring an additional sitting room before leading into the master bath. The 11.49+/- acres are currently in hay production and could serve other uses depending on the buyer’s needs. Utilities are in place, and the location provides rural living with commuting options to Manhattan, Junction City, Fort Riley, Council Grove, and surrounding towns. Contact the listing agent today to schedule a showing.