E13804 Compton Road

This artisan-designed home offers tranquility and refuge in the heart of the Driftless. Nestled into the hillside on 17 acres, this south-facing home is nature-lovers paradise, designed with passive solar and energy efficiency in mind. The exquisite surrounding gardens, along with the 11 acres of hardwood forest, offer a sanctuary for people and wildlife alike. Enjoy the incredible sunsets, stargazing, fall colors and views of Black Hawk rock. The low-maintenance interior features a lofted bedroom with two large closets, a chef’s sink and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, and a bathtub fit for a queen. House set up with electric as primary energy source with excellent potential for solar and wind power supplement. Exterior features a spiral herb garden, fruit trees, watershed terraces, hand-laid patio area and wood fired grill. Outbuildings said to be part of the original 1880s homestead. Not organic certified, but previous 2 owners have avoided pesticides on the prairie.