972 County Road 357

Situated at the end of a quiet dead-end lane, about three-quarters of a mile off of the gravel, sits this charming 80-acre (more or less) slice of Ozarks heaven, hugged on three sides by the Mark Twain National Forest. You won't find many like this one anymore -- private, peaceful, and downright pretty.The home's a quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bath farmhouse with about 1,456 square feet, full of that old-country charm. It's got an attached carport to keep you dry and a screened-in patio that's perfect for summer nights -- or close it up and make yourself a cozy four-season hangout. Out back you'll find a handful of outbuildings: an old red barn that's seen its fair share of stories, a big ol' shop (no concrete floor, but plenty of room for projects), and a smaller workshop for tinkering or storing your gear.The land rolls gently, dressed in a mix of pasture and timber, with trail systems weaving through like ribbons. There's abundant wildlife -- deer, turkey, and all sorts of critters -- though the current owners don't hunt, so the place has been a quiet sanctuary for years. Two ponds sparkle under the sky, and near the house you'll find a greenhouse/atrium-style building and a large garden area just waiting for your green thumb.If you've been dreaming of a place where the world slows down, where you can sip your morning coffee while the woods wake up around you, this end-of-the-road retreat might just be your kind of paradise.