15018 Scotch Ridge Rd, Carlisle, IA 50047 For Sale

Historic Farmhouse on 18.68 Acres with Pond, Outbuildings & Unmatched Warren County Views

Most properties that come to market can be replicated or replaced—this is one that cannot. Peoples Company is proud to present 15018 Scotch Ridge Road, a historic acreage boasting quite possibly the best view in Warren County, Iowa. This timeless 1860’s two-story farmhouse sits on 18.68 acres featuring a pristine pond, multiple outbuildings, century-old hardwood trees, tillable acres, and more.

A long, secluded driveway lined with mature hardwoods leads to the home, where its classic character is immediately evident. The main level offers a spacious living room with a fireplace, a kitchen with its own brick fireplace and adjoining dining area, a sunroom overlooking the property with walkout access to the back patio, main-floor laundry, a half bath, and an office. Upstairs, the second story features three large bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a porch with unmatched southern exposure—offering panoramic views that stretch for miles over Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park, the Middle River corridor, hundreds of acres of protected wildlife habitat, and vast agricultural fields.

The outdoor amenities are equally impressive. A stocked one-acre pond provides opportunities for fishing or simply relaxing by the water. A productive alfalfa field, usable outbuildings, and a detached three-car garage offer space for hobbies, equipment, and livestock. The home is connected to Warren Rural Water and MidAmerican Electric, with Starlink recognized as the best high-speed internet option for the area. Approximately 2.76 FSA cropland acres carry a CSR2 value of 77.6, making them ideal for forage production, a large garden, or livestock.

Located on paved Scotch Ridge Road, this property offers rare seclusion and tranquility while being just 15–20 minutes from all major Des Moines metro communities. Properties with this level of character and feel are extremely hard to find. When you tour this property, you will understand just how remarkable it truly is.