1870 Highway K

About This Property

Set on an impressive 10-acre estate along the Meramec River, this exquisite residence offers over 4,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space and a rare blend of refined elegance, breathtaking views, and serene countryside living. From its striking curb appeal to the inviting front porch, every detail welcomes you into a home designed for both comfort and sophistication. Surrounded by natural beauty, the property features its own private nature trails winding through the landscape—perfect for morning walks, peaceful escapes, or exploring your own slice of riverfront paradise. Whether you’re enjoying coffee overlooking the water or unwinding with sunset views across the tree-lined grounds, this setting delivers a truly unmatched sense of tranquility. Inside, rich hardwood floors and soaring vaulted ceilings define the main level, where an expansive open-concept design creates a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The gourmet kitchen is a true showpiece, appointed with quartz countertops, a generous center island with a breakfast bar, premium stainless steel appliances, and abundant custom cabinetry. A spacious walk-in pantry and adjacent laundry room add both convenience and functionality. The grand living room is anchored by a stunning fireplace with an elegant mantel, flanked by dual sets of sliding glass doors that flood the space with natural light and open to a private balcony—perfectly positioned to capture the stunning views of the surrounding landscape and river below. The primary suite is a luxurious retreat, featuring a walk-in closet with custom built-ins and a spa-inspired en-suite bath complete with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. A secondary bedroom with a full bath and an additional powder room provide thoughtful accommodations for guests. The walkout lower level is designed for elevated living and entertaining, offering three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious family room highlighted by a second fireplace and expansive sliding doors leading to a covered patio that spans the length of the home—seamlessly blending indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. Additional flexible spaces include a bonus room, storage area, and utility room. A two-car attached garage and ample additional parking complete this exceptional offering—an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy privacy, space, private trails, riverfront access and timeless luxury in one of the area’s most picturesque settings.

Rolling working farms and hardwood timber on the metro's rural edge.

Franklin County is where the eastern gateway becomes real country. Rolling countryside carries genuine working farms, pasture, and hay ground, threaded with hardwood timber along the ridges and creek bottoms. The Missouri River runs the county's northern edge, and the land south of it climbs into wooded hills that hold whitetail and turkey. This is prime territory for the buyer who wants a working or hobby farm, a cattle place, timber, or a recreational tract with room to breathe — all while staying within practical reach of the metro. The mix of productive ground, water, and cover gives Franklin an honest agricultural character that the counties closer to the city have largely traded away. It is countryside you can still farm and hunt.

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