Nestled on a peaceful 24.3-acre tract in Newark, Missouri, this lovingly restored century home blends historic charm with modern comforts. Featuring hardwood floors, custom woodwork, and large windows, its architectural style highlights classic design with French doors leading to a cozy covered porch and hot tub. Built decades ago, recent renovations include a new shingle roof installed two years ago and upgraded stainless steel kitchen appliances. The 3-bedroom, 1 full and 2 half-bath home houses an efficient heating system with a forced air furnace and wood stove. The property offers abundant native landscaping, garden beds, a root cellar, workshop garage with art studio, pond, chicken house, and captivating wildlife surroundings. Priced at $410,000, this serene Missouri retreat is ideal for hunting, gardening, and birdwatching.

Front Yard and Porch

A two-story house with an earthy, neutral color palette nestled amidst lush greenery. The front porch stretches across the facade, sheltered by an extended roof supported by exposed beams. Large windows and a central brick chimney add character to the home’s exterior. Mature trees provide shade and a natural canopy over the lawn, which is dotted with vibrant flower arrangements near the walkway. A winding stone pathway leads to the porch, inviting a warm and serene outdoor atmosphere. The overall aesthetic combines rustic charm with peaceful, verdant surroundings, emphasizing a harmonious connection with nature.

Backyard and Porch

A cozy two-story house sits amid lush greenery, framed by large mature trees. A relaxed, homely feel is enhanced by a hammock stretched between two sturdy trunks. The backyard is spacious, with a well-maintained grassy lawn offering a soft and inviting outdoor space. The house exterior is simple, with earth-tone siding and a covered porch that runs across the back, equipped with a couple of chairs and a small charcoal grill suggesting a space for casual outdoor gatherings. The natural setting, combined with the home’s rustic charm, creates a peaceful and inviting retreat.

Front Porch Patio

Wooden planks form the spacious front porch flooring, extending under a sturdy, timber-framed roof with visible beams. A brick chimney adds rustic charm to the left side, next to sage green vertical siding. Two cushioned wooden swings hang invitingly, capturing the essence of relaxed outdoor living. Potted plants and flowers with vivid reds and greens line the edge of the porch, blending nature with the structure. Beyond the porch, a large, grassy lawn stretches out, dotted with mature trees. A hammock is suspended between trees, enhancing the tranquil, pastoral vibe. Outdoor furniture and a round charcoal grill complete the serene, country setting.

Backyard Patio Area

A rustic backyard space with a covered wooden patio attached to the house. The house exterior is painted muted gray with vertical wood siding, blending naturally with the lush greenery around. There is a stone-bordered garden bed adjacent to the patio, containing leafy plants and small decorative elements. A black charcoal grill and a round fire pit stand on the well-maintained green lawn, suggesting a cozy outdoor gathering area. The mature deciduous trees provide ample shade, creating a peaceful, nature-immersed atmosphere perfect for relaxation or socializing outdoors. The porch includes chairs and a small table enhancing its inviting character.

Living Room with Fireplace

A cozy living room with honey-toned hardwood flooring extends across the space. A beige upholstered sofa faces a wooden built-in entertainment center housing books and a TV, positioned near a large window that invites natural light and greenery inside. The room includes a comfortable recliner near a desk and computer area, emphasizing a mix of relaxation and functionality. Double glass doors open to a patio, framed with dark wood, complementing the warm tones indoors. A black wood-burning stove sits on a tiled hearth beside a small ornate rug, adding a rustic, historical feel. Earth-toned artwork and simple decor accentuate the inviting hearth wall.

Living Room with Spiral Staircase

A cozy living room characterized by warm hardwood flooring and light-colored walls. A beige sofa with colorful throw pillows faces a wooden coffee table and an entertainment center made of rich wood, housing a flat-screen TV, books, and decorative items. To the left, a black metal spiral staircase with wooden steps provides a distinctive architectural element. Large wooden-framed glass doors on the right open to a deck space with outdoor chairs, inviting natural light and offering a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. A large window framed with wood showcases greenery outside, enhancing the calm ambiance. Comfortable seating, framed artworks, and a wood-burning stove on a tiled hearth add to the lived-in charm.

Living Room and Patio Doors

The room opens to a spacious living area with warm-toned hardwood floors extending towards large glass doors that lead to an outdoor patio furnished with a table and chairs, framed by a wooden pergola. Natural light floods the room through the floor-to-ceiling windows beside the entertainment center and the patio doors. The entertainment wall includes open wooden shelves surrounded by a corner cabinet, housing a flat-screen TV and decor items. A wooden coffee table with subtle curves sits in front of a cushioned sofa. An office desk with a computer and an office chair occupy the far side near the window seat. The overall aesthetic blends natural wood finishes with neutral and earthy tones, creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere with a blend of function and comfort.

Living and Dining Area

This open-plan space combines a cozy living area and a rustic dining nook. Warm honey-toned hardwood floors stretch across the room, complementing the natural wood dining table and chairs with simple spindle backs. A ceiling fan with wooden blades centers above the dining set. The living area has a soft gray sofa adorned with a patterned throw, facing a dark wood entertainment center beside a pair of glass-paneled patio doors. A black tile hearth anchors a traditional wood stove, framed by sliding windows that provide a view of the lush garden outside. The walls are light and adorned with framed pictures and trailing indoor plants, enhancing the warm, inviting, and nature-connected ambiance.

Dining and Living Area

Open-concept space combining dining and living areas with warm honey-colored hardwood floors throughout. A solid wood dining table with matching spindle-back chairs anchors the foreground, topped by a small floral centerpiece. The living area beyond includes a neutral-toned upholstered sofa facing a flat-screen TV nestled in built-in cabinetry beside a black wood-burning stove. Large sliding glass doors along one wall provide a seamless indoor-outdoor connection to a covered porch with wooden swings, overlooking expansive green lawn and mature trees. The ceiling fan with dark blades and simple light fixture contributes to the cozy, functional ambiance.

Kitchen Island and Cabinets

Centered is a spacious kitchen island with a sleek grey countertop, accompanied by three wooden stools suggesting a casual dining spot. Surrounding the island are rich reddish-brown wooden cabinets extending to the ceiling, creating ample storage and warmth. Stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator and microwave, blend modern functionality with classic cabinetry. Above the sink, a window lets in natural light, complemented by a skylight overhead that brightens the entire space. The walls are adorned with small framed pictures and decorative plates, adding personal and eclectic charm. The floor contrasts softly in light neutral tones, balancing the wood’s richness.

Central Kitchen Island

Rich cherry wood cabinetry lines the walls, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern stainless steel appliances including a refrigerator, microwave, and oven. A prominent white countertop island stands in the center, complemented by a simple wooden stool, offering both workspace and casual seating. A skylight overhead floods the space with natural light, enhancing the warm tones of the wood. The walls are painted a muted sage green, harmonizing with the natural wood trim around doors and windows. Accent decorations like small framed art, a clock, and a vintage cat wall clock add character, creating a cozy and inviting kitchen atmosphere.

Cozy Sunroom Nook

A sunroom area characterized by large windows with wood trim and an arched transom window above, allowing natural light to flood the space. The floor features white square tiles with gray grout, creating a clean and bright foundation. A patterned area rug with neutrals and subtle leaf motifs adds warmth and softness. A wooden rocking chair with a crocheted throw sits beside a floor lamp with a classic beige shade. Built-in wooden shelves filled with books and decorative items align one wall, while a wood-paneled door and an open doorway lead to adjoining rooms. The decor embraces a simple, inviting, and functional aesthetic with a homey touch.

Bedroom with Wood Ceiling

The room centers around a bed covered with a quilted gray bedspread, flanked by matching wooden nightstands holding lamps and personal items. Two windows with wooden frames allow natural light to flow in, offering views of greenery outside. The ceiling is vaulted and clad in warm-toned wood planks, adding rustic charm that contrasts softly with the light beige walls. A textured, multicolored rug lies partially under the bed, complementing the wooden floorboards. Decorative elements include feather hangings on the wall above the bed and a tall, narrow, arched mirror mounted beside one window, enhancing the room’s cozy yet simple aesthetic.

Bathroom Details

A compact bathroom with a white toilet and wooden vanity topped with a rectangular sink. The walls are painted light gray above a unique hand-painted green grass motif extending halfway up. A wooden-framed mirror hangs above the sink, illuminated by two classic wall-mounted sconces with frosted glass shades. A medium-sized wooden-framed window allows natural light in, complimenting the natural theme. Opposite the vanity, a sliding glass door encloses the shower area, framed in metal. A simple white rectangular rug lies on the pale beige floor, and rustic art adds a touch of character to the space.

Bathroom Corner

A compact bathroom with white walls and light tan floor tiles arranged in a grid pattern. A pedestal sink with a chrome faucet is positioned next to a white toilet. Above the sink is a simple rectangular mirror under a vintage-style chrome light fixture. Various decorative items adorn the walls, including framed artworks, a small washboard with a sunflower, and a decorative plate. A wooden towel holder with a white hand towel is mounted beside the toilet. The room is finished with wood trim along the floor, creating a warm contrast with the neutral colors.

Laundry Room Details

The laundry area presents a compact layout with white tiled flooring and soft beige walls. A front-loading washer and dryer sit side-by-side beneath natural oak cabinetry that offers ample storage space. A single wood-framed window allows natural light to brighten the room and offers a view of green trees outside. The adjoining room is accessed through a six-panel solid wood door with a polished brass knob. The warm wood tones of the door and window trim contrast gently with the white appliances and tiles, creating a clean yet inviting utilitarian space.

Attic Bedroom

A cozy attic bedroom with sloped ceilings lined in natural wood paneling, adding warmth and rustic charm to the space. The bed, covered in a quilt with a geometric pattern in muted red and cream, is nestled beneath a long rectangular window that floods the room with natural light. Soft beige walls contrast with the warm wood tones, while simple bedside tables covered in floral cloths hold small lamps providing soft lighting. A ceiling fan with a light fixture is mounted on the angled wooden ceiling. Two wooden doors lead to other spaces, complementing the neutral carpeted flooring and creating a quiet, inviting atmosphere.

Cozy Bedroom Corner

A wood-paneled slanted ceiling with a warm honey tone creates a cabin-like ambiance. The room centers around a full bed draped with a patchwork quilt in soft earthy hues, complemented by white walls and a neutral carpeted floor. Small black side tables flank the bed, each holding a classic black lamp. A horizontal rectangular window near the ceiling allows natural light to flood in. Opposite the bed is a mid-century style wooden dresser covered with a vibrant southwestern textile runner, a large mirror above it, and modest wall art enhancing the quaint, rustic charm of the space.

Bedroom Interior

A modest bedroom with a warm, rustic feel created by the natural wood paneled ceiling and matching wooden trim around the window, baseboards, and doors. The beige walls and carpet provide a neutral backdrop, balancing the wood tones. Simple furnishings include a small wooden table under the window, a floral-patterned bedspread adding a touch of color, and a sofa draped with a vibrant orange and black textile. A ceiling fan with light hangs centrally, while framed artwork adorns the walls. The door leads to another room with visible wooden furniture, suggesting continuity of historic charm throughout.

Upstairs Hallway

This narrow upstairs hallway has warm beige walls contrasted by a richly stained wood ceiling with visible knots, creating a cozy, rustic atmosphere. The carpeted floor adds softness and warmth beneath foot. The wooden railing features black iron spindles with a classic swag design, enclosing a rounded stairwell that adds architectural character. A collection of framed photographs and artwork adorns one wall, contributing a personal touch, while a small wooden cabinet topped with framed pictures and a small decorative item sits in the corner, enhancing the intimate, homey feel of the space.

Root Cellar Entrance

A rustic wooden door, slightly weathered and secured with a simple metal hook, leads to a traditional root cellar nestled into a lush garden hillside. The door is flanked by natural stone walls that blend seamlessly with surrounding greenery, creating an earthy, grounded entrance. The wooden porch floor transitions smoothly to the stone pathway, bordered by overgrown plants and leafy shrubs emphasizing natural growth and historic character. The siding of the adjacent building is painted in muted neutral tones, complementing the organic palette of the garden and the earthy textures, evoking a timeless, rural aesthetic.

Garage Exterior

The structure is a detached two-story garage painted in a muted gray with white trim around doors and windows. It has a single white overhead garage door and an adjacent white pedestrian door with window panes above. Two double-hung windows are positioned on the upper level, providing natural light. The roof has a gentle pitch with a small central gable. Gravel covers the driveway area in front, where a dog is resting comfortably. Surrounding the garage is lush green grass and mature trees, with a camper trailer visible to the side, suggesting a spacious rural or semi-rural setting.

Creative Workspace

Rectangular room with sloping ceiling and large windows on two walls allowing abundant natural light. A work table covered with a white cloth is centered with three wooden chairs around it. The space serves as a creative or art studio, evidenced by cluttered desks and surfaces filled with papers, tools, jars, and art supplies. Walls surrounding the workspace are decorated with pinned photographs, sketches, and inspirational notes. The floor is covered with patterned linoleum tiles in muted beige and cream, complementing the wood-framed windows and trim. The room balances functionality with a lived-in, artistic charm.

Art Studio Workspace

Rectangular room functions as an art studio with a practical, creative atmosphere. The floor is covered with vintage patterned vinyl tiles in beige and white tones, adding a nostalgic touch. White walls are adorned with various artworks and frames, some leaning against the wall, contributing to a relaxed, in-progress vibe. Multiple wooden tables are arranged for workspace, cluttered with papers and art supplies. Shelves along one wall hold various materials, jars, and tools, with windows providing natural light. The space has an informal, utilitarian charm suited for painting, crafting, or design activities.

Workshop and Tool Storage

A functional workshop space with a rustic, utilitarian aesthetic. The back wall is covered in pegboard and wooden shelves, densely packed with various tools and small containers, organized for easy access. A large, well-used workbench spans the width of the wall, cluttered with tools and materials. In front, heavy machinery including a motorized saw and air compressor occupy the concrete floor, adding to the industrial vibe. Coiled yellow hoses and wooden planks lean against the walls. Lighting is provided by adjustable task lamps clamped to surfaces, casting practical illumination over the busy workspace. Overall, the space conveys a hardworking, workshop environment focused on woodworking or mechanical tasks.

Listing Agent: Debra K Scoggin-Myers of Fretwell and Associates, LLC via Zillow