Escape to your own private retreat on 27.06 picturesque acres in Holt! This 1.5-story home offers peaceful country living, recreational opportunities, & everyday convenience in Clinton County, known for lower property taxes, while remaining in Kearney School District, less than a mile off I-35. Surrounded by mature timber, this property is a nature lover’s dream. Enjoy two stocked ponds, established riding trails, a creek, excellent hunting opportunities, & breathtaking Midwest sunsets. Inside, the home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, & 2 half bathrooms. The main level features a spacious primary suite with private en suite bathroom & walk-in closet, along with a formal dining room & convenient main-level laundry. The all-seasons porch provides the perfect place to relax & enjoy peaceful views year-round. Upstairs, you’ll find 2 additional bedrooms & a full bathroom, offering space for family, guests, or home office. The finished lower level expands the home’s living & entertaining space with a large family room featuring a cozy wood-burning furnace, kitchenette, & half bath. This versatile area is ideal for multigenerational living, extended guests, recreation, or add’l living quarters. Step outside to a newly painted deck leading to a shaded patio overlooking the beautiful acreage. Whether hosting gatherings, watching wildlife, enjoying sunsets, or taking in the quiet surroundings, this outdoor space was designed to be enjoyed. A 30’x50’ outbuilding adds functionality with concrete floors, water, electricity, & wood-burning stove—perfect for equipment, hobbies, a workshop, & recreational vehicles. Create the homestead lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of! There is room for chickens, goats, pigs, horses, gardens. The combination of open land, timber, water features, trails, and outbuilding provides endless possibilities for hobby farming, homesteading, equestrian use, recreation, or simply enjoying the privacy & freedom of country living. Ref MLS # 2635238