Located just 3 miles north of Menlo and less than 35 minutes from West Des Moines, this 106.6-acre property offers a rare combination of privacy, recreation, and quality improvements. A winding driveway leads past a nearly 1.2-acre stocked pond and through mature oak and hickory timber to a custom 1,955 sq. ft. log home positioned in a secluded hilltop setting. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a distinctive Southwestern-inspired design with custom details and warm finishes throughout. Large windows provide views of the surrounding timber and rolling landscape, creating a comfortable retreat in every season. A 32' x 60' heated and air-conditioned shop adds exceptional versatility with a full bathroom and an additional finished room that can serve as a guest bedroom, office, den, or game room. The timbered landscape provides excellent habitat for whitetail deer and wild turkey, while the stocked pond offers fishing and scenic enjoyment. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, hunting property, or short-term rental opportunity, this property offers a unique setting with convenient access to Interstate 80 and the Des Moines metro. Selling fully turnkey, all furnishings, décor, and personal property shown in the listing photographs will transfer with the sale, allowing the next owner to begin enjoying the property immediately.