0000 Deer Run Ave Winterset, IA 50273

If you’ve been looking for a property with proven hunting located less than 35 minutes from Des Moines, this farm is a must see. Located in Madison County, IA, this 92 +/- acre farm has been producing top-end whitetails for years. The harvest photos tell the story on this farm, with the owner harvesting a 225” buck during the 2009 season. The owner describes this farm as a “deer factory” during the fall months. When looking at the habitat and topography of this farm and how it lays in comparison to the neighboring properties, this makes a lot of sense. The farm is a giant bedroom and comes alive in October and November. Turkey hunting is also excellent and numbers are high on the farm.

The diversity on this farm is incredible. The hardwood timber consists of high numbers of hickory, oak, and walnut trees. Cedar thickets, native grasses, pear trees, hazelnuts, and switch grass are scattered throughout the farm, offering ample food sources, bedding habitat, and nesting cover. Established food plots, elevated blinds, and tree stands can be found throughout the farm as well. The west end of the farm is bordered by the Middle River. The action on this portion of the river during the rut is second to none. An extensive trail system provides access to nearly all portions of the farm. The property is accessed through a 60 ft. easement allowing for utilities. The property has the benefit of being located on a hard surface road, but is also very secluded with the easement access.