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Welcome to 9530 Thompson Creek, a serene apple orchard and farm nestled in the Applegate Valley of Southern Oregon. The tree lined drive crosses over the bubbling Thompson Creek guiding you to this private sanctuary. Towering cedar trees greet you as you pull up to this amazing combination of natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle set in this picturesque valley. The farm is rich with natural features, including water rights for irrigation, an organic apple orchard, over 600 feet of Thompson Creek frontage, plus a second seasonal creek that meanders the length of the property. Surrounded by lush landscaping and towering mature trees, the home welcomes you with the warmth of the wood floors and beams, elegance of the fully remodeled kitchen, and natural light with the many skylights and windows overlooking this peaceful paradise. Upon entering the home, straight ahead a skylight basks the hallway with natural light illuminating the built-in shoe storage, seating, storage cabinets and hanging racks. To the right of the entry is a short hallway leading to the laundry room with a tankless propane water heater and home office overlooking the beautiful landscape. Heading into the heart of the home and passing a guest bathroom, you enter the calming master bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite master bathroom. The bedroom with its many windows allows the natural light and serene views into the space providing a relaxing atmosphere just right for a master bedroom. The master bathroom continues this relaxing theme with porcelain tile floors, stone countertop, sunken jetted bathtub, and walk-in tile shower. Hardwood floors lead you to the heart of the home with a spacious dining room and chef's kitchen which was recently updated with all new knotty alder soft close cabinetry with built in organizers. The pentagon shaped kitchen allows for relaxing views with large windows on all 5 sides. Handmade stained glass inlaid upper cabinets offer beauty as well as functionality. The farmhouse sink sits beautifully, surrounded by quartz countertops and marble tile backsplash. The Zline six-burner with removable fiddle propane stove and double convection ovens allow for easy entertaining. The built-in wine fridge and microwave leave your countertops open for optimal counter space. A peninsula provides seating while separating the kitchen from the dining room. A large walk-in pantry with glass inlaid front provides additional storage space in this chef's kitchen.Slate tile stairs guide you up the split level living area to a spacious L-shaped living room boasting natural light from the many windows and sliding glass door which leads to the upper deck for additional outdoor living space. Exposed wood beams across the ceiling make the space feel inviting and elegant. From here you easily access the upstairs with its two large bedrooms and full bathroom. Each room offers exceptional views of the beautiful landscape, the bubbling creek below, or the blossoming apple orchard. Outside, a quick walk through the landscaped paths lead you to the west art studio which is surrounded by even more delightful landscaping. Inside the studio boasts relaxation with 13-foot high ceilings, a full bathroom, and a sunroom. Stained concrete floors and a copper railing lead you to the spacious upper loft that brings warmth to the space, while the double farmhouse sink and wooden countertops provide great functionality. Sliding glass doors lead you to the back covered porch with its shade garden and bubbling seasonal creek and multiple bridges. The east art studio offers an open floor plan with 20-foot ceilings with exposed wood beam. A bathroom with a mosaic tiled jetted tub, madrone branch and copper wire hand railing, and painted cement flooring bring the whimsical and natural to life in this beautiful space. The upper loft area has opening skylights that allow both the natural light and fresh air in, while the outdoor shower overlooking Thompson Creek brings the functionality outside.The fully finished 1,920 square foot shop compliments this property. An attached office overlooking Thompson Creek, with its separate entrance, benefits from 16 foot high ceilings and heated engineered wood floors. The shop also includes two 12 foot high by 16 foot wide insulated bay doors and additional garage door with space for two vehicles deep. The expansive, open shop is heated by a wood stove and has an optional generator plug-in panel to run the shop office and well. The cidery totals 2,400 square feet, and includes a large walk-in cooler plus ample storage space and floor drains. Stainless steel counters, sinks, and knee-activated handwashing station, along with one of the largest on-demand propane water heaters on the market, round out the high producing cidery.The property also has a small detached office with 16 foot ceilings, small meal prep area, and full bathroom. Multiple storage sheds, covered woodshed, and covered equipment shed round out the many useful buildings located on the property.Historically farmed as an organic apple orchard, the fruit has been used in the production of local, organic cider. The orchard is woven throughout the gently sloping hillside, bringing picturesque views all season long. The orchard also has water rights from Thompson Creek, which feeds the multi-zoned irrigation system. The gravity fed irrigation flows from the secluded shared pond at the top of the property. The beautiful views from the knoll above the orchard, the blossoming apple trees, winding landscaped walking paths throughout and ample outdoor entertaining space on the deck attached to the home allow you enjoy the beautiful valley this property is nestled in. With its inviting home, sprawling landscaping, agricultural capabilities, and variety of supporting structures, this is an amazing opportunity for the discerning buyer. The Applegate Valley is a region characterized by beautiful landscapes, a well-known Wine Trail, great outdoor recreation, and the Applegate River. Centrally located on the I-5 corridor in a region known for its beautiful rural estates, vineyards, and beautiful mountains. The climate is highly sought after with four distinct seasons and a mild winter. The area is also an outdoor recreational paradise, with access to thousands of acres of public lands, hiking, great camping and RV'ing, horseback riding, a multitude of rivers and lakes plus Crater Lake National Park. The business is not included.
