Viewing Listing MLS# 60301206

Welcome to Storybook--where dreams unfold and memories are made. This enchanting 15.9-acre estate combines lifestyle and opportunity with a proven, wedding and events venue. Rooted in charm, Storybook features a stunning 2-story 1880s barn and a Civil War-era cottage, all watched over by a custom-designed, 6-bedroom, 6-bath arts-and-crafts style residence.The temperature-controlled barn is a showstopper--soaring ceilings, exposed hand-stained beams, iron chandeliers, stained glass accents, and 100 year-old doors. It includes a spacious bridal suite, groom's room, and two ADA-compliant public bathrooms. The catering kitchen is outfitted with commercial-grade appliances, and much of the venue's furnishings and branding conveys with the sale.Outdoor amenities include a firepit area, vintage gazebo, grain silo for storage or vendors, and a pavilion--all ideal for weddings, retreats, and celebrations. The historic writer's cottage blends original pine flooring and brick fireplace with modern updates, keeping many historical details and charm intact while giving you the experience of a Tolkien or Lewis novel in real life.The three-story main estate, built just 14 years ago, features craftsmanship inspired by European travels--oak hardwood floors, custom 8' doors, tall ceilings, and panoramic windows. The main kitchen has handmade oak cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless appliances. The upper-level primary suite boasts Alder wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and a luxurious bath with soaking tub. Downstairs includes a second kitchen and open living space with black brick herringbone floors and fireplace.With generous parking, two entrances--including Longlane Road--and development potential, Storybook offers a unique opportunity to live, create, and grow.Storybook is a dreamer's lifestyle. Live in this sprawling estate while overseeing stories unfold in the unique wedding and events venue with proven success and boundless potential. True to its name and Ozark charm, Storybook preserves historic details that tell a captivating story, showcasing a perfect setting for life's special celebrations. The stunning 2-story barn has soaring ceilings built in the 1880s and a charming 2-story Civil War era cottage. Overlooking the venue is the arts-and-crafts style 3-story estate custom-designed and built with 6 bedrooms and 6 baths, two full kitchens, and masterful craftsmanship in every detail.Storybook is perfectly appointed to host weddings, corporate retreats, life events, and celebrations while presenting the untapped potential as a local creative attraction for a memorable visitor experience with generous parking and 15.9 acres for your vision to unfold.The stunning temperature-controlled 2-story barn features exposed beams, hand-stained original wood, a towering 1400 ft tall ceiling, stained glass details, 100-year-old doors imported from St. Louis, large vintage French doors from Indiana with hand-cut glass, and so much more. Storybook barn incorporates iron chandeliers, hand-blown glass, and numerous exquisitely appointed details.The spacious bridal room and groom's room each have full bathrooms with showers, separate from the additional 2 public bathrooms that are handicap accessible.The barn has a catering kitchen equipped with a stainless steel refrigerator, commercial sink, and preparation tables, as well as a commercial warmer and a separate entrance. Most furnishings and decor that bring Storybook to life, including the brand and business operations, all convey with the sale of the estate.Outside is a fire-pit gathering area, a pavilion with seating, a grain silo used for storage or vendor space, and a beautiful vintage gazebo with a story of its own. Beyond the Storybook barn is the winsome Civil War era writer's cottage with modern updates while preserving the integrity of its historic origins from the original pine flooring and brick fireplace to the many more charming details that are unique to this hand-built historical home.The cottage has a drive leading from the Storybook barn as well as a separate private drive.Across the acreage, but within walking distance to the barn, is the elevated arts-and-crafts style estate with 6 bedrooms and 6 baths designed to have captivating views from every window. At just 14 years old, the house design draws inspiration from the owner's experiences living abroad. With too many details to list, the wistful landscaping frames the unique architecture and detailed touches from the brick accents to the copper gutters.Step inside to find beautiful oak hardwood flooring, wood beams, and 8 ft custom doors set below tall ceilings with large windows anchored by the warmth of a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace. The spacious kitchen on the main floor features hand-made oak cabinets, granite countertops, a gas range, and all stainless steel appliances. You'll find the primary suite on the second floor, featuring large floor-to-ceiling windows set below tall ceilings, which overlook Alder wood flooring. The large master bath has a walk-in shower and a soaking tub with breathtaking views.The lower level of the home has exquisite styling with herringbone black brick flooring, and a second fully equipped, spacious kitchen with granite countertops and all stainless steel appliances overlooking the open living area with a large fireplace framed by windows.The natural river rock drive connects to both the venue and cottage. A private drive, named Longlane Road, winds through the acreage at a separate entrance. There is an opportunity to develop the surrounding acreage, offering potential for multiple income opportunities.