$415,000

There’s a certain kind of morning that belongs only to the countryside — quiet and golden, where time seems to slow. The first rays of sunlight stretch lazily over the rolling hills, painting the world in soft amber light. From the porch, the view unfolds like a familiar story: mist still clinging to the pasture, trees standing proud and ancient, and the sound of gravel crunching beneath passing tires — a neighbor heading down the road, a simple rhythm of country life.

Coffee warms your hands as you rock gently on the screened-in porch, wrapped in the stillness. The air smells of damp earth and oak leaves. A dog bounds through the yard, trailing the laughter of children, and the goats rustle in the little barn, ready to greet the day. It’s the kind of place where seasons don’t just pass — they linger. Where life moves a little slower, and everything feels a little more like home.

This 1,500 sq ft berm home sits on 5 acres just outside of Koshkonong, Missouri — its thoughtful design nestled partially into the earth, holding the kind of warmth that doesn’t fade when winter winds blow. Inside, the kitchen glows with charm: custom white cabinetry, corner lazy Susans, and a movable island made for gathering. Whether you choose gas or electric, the kitchen is ready to meet you where you are, as all good country kitchens do.

There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a peaceful primary suite tucked away with its own en suite — a little haven after long days spent outdoors. But what makes this home truly special lies just beyond the door: a sprawling screened-in porch cradling a 20 × 24 gazebo at its heart. Evenings are meant to be spent here, around the fire pit beneath the stars, a Dutch oven hanging over the flames as stories and laughter drift into the night air.

Outside, three fenced pastures spread out under the wide sky. A small barn, worn by time but full of promise, stands ready for a new chapter. The 30 × 24 garage provides ample space for projects or storing your gear after long, enjoyable days on the land. Towering trees dot the property, each one a witness to countless sunrises — a living canopy that lends this place its quiet magic.

Here, life is less about hurry and more about moments; porchlight mornings, slow suppers by the fire, and the kind of stillness that settles into your soul. This isn’t just a house. It’s a place to belong.