76-Acre Driftless Area Farm & Country Estate La Crosse County, Wi

Set just east of Barre Mills in Wisconsin's scenic Driftless Area, this 76-acre farm brings together productive cropland, rotational pasture, wooded wildlife habitat, creek frontage, historic farm improvements, and a spacious year-round farmhouse.

Approximately 50 acres of tillable ground are currently planted in a corn-and-bean rotation with some alfalfa. An additional 23.5 acres of grazing land are divided into four rotational pastures, creating a practical setup for livestock and land management.

Russlan Coulee Creek runs for an estimated 1,700 feet through the pasture, providing a natural water source for livestock and enhancing the property's appeal for wildlife. The wooded hilltop offers established habitat for whitetail deer and wild turkey.

The original two-story farmhouse was built in 1920 and, according to the MLS remarks, was stripped to the studs and extensively rebuilt approximately 20 years ago. The home now offers 3,646 finished square feet, five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, one half bathroom, and a heated three-car attached garage.

The residence includes approximately 2,995 finished square feet above grade and 651 finished square feet below grade, plus an estimated 685 square feet of unfinished lower-level space. The full stone basement has ceilings exceeding eight feet, finished living space, a bathroom rough-in, and direct access from the garage.

The main level features a 15' x 13' primary bedroom with an ensuite bath that includes a walk-in shower and separate tub. Main-floor laundry, a full bath, a half bath, a level driveway approach, and a stall shower add everyday convenience and accessibility.

Living spaces include a 16' x 12' living room, a 17' x 10' kitchen, a 14' x 10' main-level family room, a 12' x 12' dining room, and a spacious 27' x 25' lower-level family room. Four additional bedrooms and a den are located upstairs.

Interior amenities include wood floors, walk-in closets, a pantry, split-bedroom design, an expandable attic, cable availability, and high-speed internet. Outdoor living areas include both a patio and a deck.

Mechanical systems include forced-air heating with oil and wood fuel, central air conditioning, and zoned heating. The property is served by a private well, a private mound septic system, and an owned water softener.

Farm improvements include a historic dairy barn and silos, additional barn space, a pole building, box stalls, and a metal/steel building. The MLS remarks note that the Niemeier family settled the farm more than 100 years ago, and the surviving dairy barn and silos remain a visible link to that history. The heated three-car attached garage features an electric door opener and basement access, providing valuable space for vehicles, equipment, and farm operations.

This is a versatile La Crosse County property with agricultural, livestock, residential, hunting, and recreational appeal, all within the West Salem School District.

Land, Water & Agricultural Highlights

·   Approximately 76 acres

·   Approximately 50 acres of tillable ground in a corn-and-bean rotation with some alfalfa

·   Approximately 23.5 acres of grazing land divided into four rotational pastures

·   Approximately 1,700 feet of Russlan Coulee Creek frontage

·   Rural setting with wooded acreage and a wooded hilltop

·   Whitetail deer and wild turkey habitat

·   Livestock, crop, tillable-land, and pasture use identified in the MLS

·   Horses allowed per MLS

·   Exclusive Agricultural zoning

·   Portions of the property are located within a floodplain

·   West Salem School District

Residence Highlights

·   Five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one half bathroom

·   Thirteen total rooms

·   Approximately 3,646 finished square feet

·   Approximately 2,995 finished square feet above grade

·   Approximately 651 finished square feet below grade

·   Approximately 685 unfinished square feet below grade

·   Built in 1920; extensively rebuilt approximately 20 years ago per MLS remarks

·   Two-story farmhouse with stick-frame construction

·   Full stone basement with ceilings exceeding eight feet

·   Finished lower level and bathroom rough-in

·   Main-level primary bedroom approximately 15' x 13'

·   Primary bath with walk-in shower and separate tub

·   Main-level bedroom, laundry, full bath, and half bath

·   Four upper-level bedrooms and an upper-level den

·   Lower-level family room approximately 27' x 25'

·   Wood floors, walk-in closets, pantry, split bedrooms, and expandable attic

·   Patio and deck

·   Level driveway approach and unpaved driveway

Mechanical, Utility & Farm Improvement Details

·   Forced-air heating with oil and wood fuel

·   Central air conditioning

·   Zoned heating

·   Private well

·   Private mound septic system

·   Owned water softener

·   High-speed internet and cable availability noted in the MLS

·   Vinyl exterior siding

·   Heated three-car attached garage with electric door opener and basement access

·   Barns, pole building, box stalls, and metal/steel building

·   Historic dairy barn and silos

·   Oven, range, refrigerator, disposal, dishwasher, microwave, washer, and dryer listed as included appliances

·   Wood boiler and pasture fencing listed as included