$3,250,000
Blanchard, ID 83804
MLS# 25-8155
4 beds | 2 baths | 3394 sqft
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Property Description
1906 Historic Homestead with Heart & Heritage - Step back in time and experience the enduring charm of this circa 1906 homestead, a fourth-generation estate steeped in history, heritage, and promise. Offered SOLD AS IS, this once-in-a-lifetime property has been lovingly held in the same family's care for over a century—a testament to the resilience and spirit of the early North Idaho pioneer settlers. At the heart of the estate stands a custom-poured concrete farmhouse, an architectural rarity of its era, thoughtfully designed in a timeless English cottage style. Climbing ivy gently embraces the tall concrete walls, while handcrafted wood shutters and rustic cedar shake accents speak to a bygone era of craftsmanship. Spanning 3,394 square feet across three finished levels plus an unfinished basement, the home offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and main-floor living—all graced with vintage charm and warm, inviting spaces. Inside, a spacious living room, functional cozy kitchen,
Details
Contract Information
Status: Active
Listing Type: Site Built > 2 Acres
Income Producing: Yes
Area: North (Bonner & Boundary)
Neighborhood Grid #: 410
Begin Date: 2025-08-06
List Price: $3,250,000
Short Sale: No
REO: No
General Property Description
Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Building Style: Multi-Level
Basement: Yes
Garage Type: Det Garage
Garage Stall: 4+ Car
Gar/Cpt2-#/Stalls: 4+ Car
Gar/Cpt3-#/Stalls: 4+ Car
Total Bedrooms: 4
Total Bathrooms: 2
Total SqFt.: 3394
SqFt B: 342
SqFt 1: 1531
SqFt 2: 1123
SqFt 3: 398
SqFt Source: Other
Lot Acres: 132.12
Year Built: 1906
Remodeled: Yes
Year of Remodel: 1995
New Construction: No
Lot Type 1: Residential
Lot Type 2: Creek
Lake/River Name: Blanchard Lake
Legal and Taxes
Legal: 20-54N-5W W2NE LYING S OF RD LESS TAX 42; NWSE - See Attached Exhibit A for 5 additional parcels
AIN/Tax Bill: 36326
Parcel Number: RP54N05W201502A See Attached Exhibit A
School District: West Bonner - 83
Zoning: Ag/Residential
Taxes: 1694.42
Tax Year: 2024
Taxes Reflect 1: Home Owner's Exemption
Taxes Reflect 2: Ag Exemption
Subdivision: N/A
Directions: CDA - Hwy 41N turn L on Blanchard-Elk Road, then turn R onto Rusho Lane. Locked Gate - See sign
Remarks
Public Remarks: 1906 Historic Homestead with Heart & Heritage - Step back in time and experience the enduring charm of this circa 1906 homestead, a fourth-generation estate steeped in history, heritage, and promise. Offered SOLD AS IS, this once-in-a-lifetime property has been lovingly held in the same family's care for over a century—a testament to the resilience and spirit of the early North Idaho pioneer settlers.
At the heart of the estate stands a custom-poured concrete farmhouse, an architectural rarity of its era, thoughtfully designed in a timeless English cottage style. Climbing ivy gently embraces the tall concrete walls, while handcrafted wood shutters and rustic cedar shake accents speak to a bygone era of craftsmanship. Spanning 3,394 square feet across three finished levels plus an unfinished basement, the home offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and main-floor living—all graced with vintage charm and warm, inviting spaces. Inside, a spacious living room, functional cozy kitchen,
Address Information
Street Number: 210
Street Name: Rusho Lane
State/Province: ID
Postal Code: 83804
County: Bonner
Property Subject to
CC&Rs: No
Homeowners Assoc: None
LID: No
Non-Mtg Lien: None
Flood Zone: Yes
Aircraft Flight Zone: No
Fire Protection Dist: Yes
Fire Protection Name: Spirit Lake
Miscellaneous
Sec: 20
Twn: 54N
Rng: 05
Rng Dir: WBM
Rooms per Level
Bsmt Other Rm(s): 1
1st Fl Living Rm: 1
1st Fl Dining Room: 1
1st Fl Kitchen: 1
1st Fl Mst Bdrm Suite: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
1st Fl Laundry: 1
2nd Fl Bdrm(s): 3
2nd Fl Bath: 1
3rd Fl Other Rm(s): 1
Other Rooms
Bonus Room: 1
Office: 1
Storage: 1
SunRoom: 1
Kitchen Amenities
Counter Type: Laminate
Other Structures
Barn Size: See Attached Exhibit
Shop Size: Multiple
Architectural Style
Description: English Cottage Style
Water
Est GPM: 30 gallons
Showing Instructions
Showing Service Name: ShowingTime
Property Features
Other Rooms: Main Floor Utilities
View: Mountain(s)
Lot Features: Corner Lot; Landscaped; Level; Open Lot; Pasture; Southern Exposure; Wooded
Fencing: Back Yard; Cross Fenced; Fenced; Front Yard; Partial
Interior Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Satellite; Washer Hookup
Exterior Features: Fire Pit; Fruit Trees; Garden; Horse Facility; Lawn; Paved Parking; RV Parking - Covered; RV Parking - Open; Satellite Dish; Sidewalks; Spa/Hot Tub
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Electric Water Heater
Kitchen Amenities: Walk-In Pantry
Fuel: Electric; Oil
Heating: Cadet; See Remarks
Other Structures: Barn(s); Gazebo; Shed(s); Workshop; Storage; Workshop; See Remarks
Bsmt: Part Size
Basement: Unfinished; None, Slab on grade
Foundation: Concrete
Construction: Concrete
Exterior: Concrete; Lap Siding
Flooring: Carpet; Laminate
Roof: Metal
Road: Gravel; Public Maintained Road
Water: Creek; Lake; Private System; Private Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Terms Considered: 1031 Exchange; Cash; Conventional
Showing Instructions: ShowingTime Online
Supplements
walk-in pantry/laundry room, and private office off the front porch provide a nostalgic layout ready for restoration or immediate enjoyment. This home is an ideal canvas for someone seeking a character-filled country retreat or a meaningful restoration project with historic merit. Surrounding the residence is a sprawling 132± acres of level, fully fenced farmland, presenting an extraordinary opportunity for ranching, equestrian pursuits, agriculture, or
future development. The land is subdividable and enriched with two picturesque ponds, Blanchard Creek frontage totaling 2,788 feet, irrigation rights, and active hay production. The property has been surveyed and recorded, comprising four separate land parcels one 73.12-acre tract, three additional parcels, and two shared-interest lake parcels (7% & 11%). With panoramic views of Mount Spokane and Mount Hoodoo, the setting is both tranquil
and breathtaking. An additional 14 outbuildings dot the landscape, including barns, garages, a machine shop, loafing shed, hay barns, and a well house, offering flexible infrastructure for agricultural operations, events, or agritourism ventures. And with no CCRs or HOAs, your vision can become reality unrestricted. Whether you're seeking a working farm, legacy investment, or generational homestead, this remarkable property is a rare convergence of North Idaho history, architectural significance, and boundless potential. Eligible for inclusion on the National Historic Register, it represents a unique opportunity to preserve a tangible piece of Idaho's rural heritage. Conveniently located adjacent to Stoneridge Resort and close to Blanchard Lake, Lake Sans Souci, Mount Spokane, and Hoodoo Mountain. Easy access to Highway 41 puts you just 35 miles from Coeur d'Alene, 40 miles from Sandpoint, and 17 miles from Priest River, close enough for convenience, yet far enough to enjoy the peaceful rhythm of country living. Your next chapter begins here. Own a legacy. Restore a treasure. Live the story.
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Coeur d'Alene
Last Updated: October - 26 - 2025
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