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equivalent to this home existing in the Midwest today. In fact, the kind of mill work Mr. Freeland envisioned was not available to his standards, so he built his own mill and hired the best of the best local Amish craftsmen to fulfill the creation of the impeccably beautiful woodwork.” Many Swiss Amish living in and around Fort Wayne have prospered in the construction industry, which is key to the Amish economy in this settlement. Indiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania comprise America’s Amish Heartland. Roughly 65% of the total Amish population is found in these three states. The property offers a broad range of landscapes and awe-inspiring to views, making it such a perfect place for any activity from horseback riding, wildlife watching to hiking; it is difficult to imagine that there can be so many choices. It is also rumoured that the lake is stocked with bluegill, catfish, bass and walleye. No details are left out of the first class equine area either. The pastures are all fenced with cypress wood fencing inclusive of 8x8 notched posts and the many acres of emerald green lawns are interspersed with huge towering trees and mature pines that create the lush wooded acreage. Along with the tall turrets of the main building, light and dark granite stones enhance the façades. An aura of solidness and seclusion surrounds the environment while at the same time a sense of grandeur and peace permeates everything. Self-sufficient and able to withstand the elements at any season, the estate’s multi structures consist of a total of 16 fireplaces, 16 bedrooms, 26 bathrooms, grand entertaining areas, a conservatory and a lower level entertainment wing. Three levels of the structure are reached via elevators that have been installed befitting of the old style lifts similar to the sliding cages that one finds in vintage structures. The main house features a large wine cellar and enormous walk in freezer. A kitchen fit for catering for many guests features a breakfast bar, centre island and granite/marble counters. A stupendous library area and a conservatory of lush foliage are perfect for musing. Mr. Freeland’s tropical birds and fish were usually housed in the sunny conservatory. FREELAND FARM M arilyn H offman HOFFMAN INTERNATIONAL PROPERTIES TEL – +1 214 698 1736 CELL – +1 214 674 3961 MarilynHoffman@sbcglo bal.net www.MarilynHoffmanRealtor.com 2 0 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I