Abel Island is Northeast Iowa's drive-in, boat-in and fly-in...

Abel Island is Northeast Iowa's drive-in, boat-in and fly-in residential oasis located two miles north of Guttenberg, Iowa. All of the 95+- homes on Abel Island have water frontage, with the Mississippi River channel fronting the island on the east and Bussey Lake providing water frontage and boat access from the west shoreline. This lake front raised ranch home is located near the north shoreline of Bussey Lake, was built new in 1996 by the present owners and includes approximately 1,793 square feet of finished area on both levels of the home. An additional 515 square feet of the first level is 90% finished and is currently in use for laundry facilities, storage and utility areas. The upper level of the home includes the kitchen/dining area, living room, full bath and both bedrooms, while the first level consists of a large family room, full bath, laundry room, storage & utility room directly off of the two car attached garage. Converting a portion of the storage area to a third bedroom appears to be an option on the first floor. This quality built home features Anderson casement windows throughout and has scenic views of the lake & bluffs looking west from both levels of the home, as well as from the two wood decks fronting the lake. With 80' of shoreline, the lot is 135' deep which slopes from the home gently to the lake. Boat access to the river channel is quick and easy along the Bussey Lake shoreline. Wildlife abounds as this area lies within the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, a haven for migratory birds, fish and wildlife. The refuge stretches 261 river miles from Wabasha, Minnesota to Rock Island, Illinois. It's important to note that a three phase US Army Corps of Engineers project is currently underway on Pool 10 with the intent to reestablish targeted areas of shoreline habitat and ecosystem health. Part of the project is designed to enhance fish & wildlife habitat in Bussey Lake, primarily in the northern 10+- acres of lake near the subject property shoreline. Once completed, the 10+- acres will be dredged to a depth of 8', which will support overwintering fisheries habitat. The dredging on Bussey Lake is scheduled to begin this fall and will improve lake conditions off the property's waterfront. On Abel Island, you'll find amenities designed for relaxation and recreation, including boating, kayaking and fishing, all virtually from your doorstep. Abel Island is also home to the only airpark along the Mississippi River, featuring a 2,600-foot turf airstrip for private planes, so pilots, take note! This unique amenity also hosts an annual fly-in event, drawing aviation enthusiasts from across the region. Explore the scenic views of the Mississippi River and Bussey Lake at your leisure with easy golf cart access throughout the community. Despite being on the banks of the Mississippi, the living area in this home has never flooded. The home has been the the seller's full time residence for the past 29 years and due to relocation, is now awaiting new owners . The sellers are motivated, so don't hesitate to call to schedule your showing.