Exceptional Property

This is a rare opportunity to own an exceptional property known as The House that Jack Built, or The House of Seven Gables, located on 13 acres of land in Russell County, Kansas. This historic landmark is well-known within the local community and only 9 miles away from Dorrance, KS and Interstate 70, making it an ideal location for a hunting lodge, vacation home, wedding venue, bed & breakfast, or your own personal residence.

Nestled within the magnificent Smoky Hills, this property is only 20 miles north of the renowned Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area and 15 miles south of Wilson Lake. There are thousands of acres of walk-in hunting within a 10-minute drive, making this an excellent location for any outdoor enthusiast.

The southern 4 acres of the property comprise well-established expired CRP, and a seasonal creek runs along the northern property line, adding character and terrain to the parcel.

The property was originally homesteaded in 1876 by John Chegwidden, an Englishman, and his wife Mary Ann Mitchell Chegwidden, a Norwegian. The House of Seven Gables, constructed in 1900, was built from native limestone quarried from a farm just south of the location. Its distinct seven-gable roof design and custom limestone engraving and etching make it a unique and valuable piece of history. The property qualifies as a state and national historical site if the buyer wishes to apply.

The property features a one-of-a-kind underground wine cellar, smokehouse, or bar area. It is accessible via a county road and has readily available electric and water utilities. This property is full of phenomenal stories and history, and it could be yours!