DO NOT DISTURB OCCUPANTS!! ALL VISITORS MUST CHECK IN AND BE ESCORTED BY LISTING AGENT! Discover a rare opportunity to own an expansive 8.75-acre estate in the serene landscape of Benjamin, Utah. This remarkable property boasts an 8,554 square-foot custom-built residence designed for both grand living and versatile function. Since 2012, it has been the home of Maple Lake Academy, a specialized program for boys with verbal and non-verbal learning disabilities. Step inside to find a two-story great room, a gourmet chef's kitchen, and five generously sized bedrooms, each offering comfort and privacy. Six well-appointed restrooms cater to both residents and guests. The former six-car garage has been transformed into dedicated office spaces, classrooms, and a library ideal for a corporate retreat or a bespoke educational venture. Just steps away from the main residence, an expansive 1,492 square foot freestanding workshop, equipped with a custom shop vacuum system for efficient dust collection, offers exceptional space for hobbies, projects, or storage perfect for cabinet making or other wood projects. The outdoor space is equally impressive. Enjoy a private basketball court, a thriving garden, and a vast covered patio complete with outdoor restroom access perfect for entertaining or enjoying Utah's stunning sunsets. The property's expansive grounds offer endless possibilities for expansion or customization. Key Features: 8,554 SF Custom Residence (Built 2007) 1,492 SF Freestanding Workshop with Custom Shop Vacuum System (Built 2013) 8.75 Acres 5 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms Gourmet Chef's Kitchen Two-Story Great Room Converted 6-Car Garage (Offices, Classrooms, Library) Private Basketball Court Established Garden Covered Patio with Outdoor Restroom Potential for Corporate Retreat, or Bespoke Educational Venture Shown By Appointment Only. Please Do Not Disturb Current Residents.
Don't overlook the opportunity to explore this exceptional residence located on 9.21 acres in the sought-after town of Benjamin, just outside Spanish Fork, boasting the best in country living. Highlighted features encompass vaulted ceilings, a covered front porch, a wood-burning fireplace, oversized windows, and an expansive kitchen equipped with a large island, walk-in pantry, abundant cabinets, and ample counter space, all bathed in natural light. The primary suite is comprised of a spacious walk-in closet, generously-sized bedroom, and a gorgeous custom bathroom showcasing an oversized double-door shower. Additionally, the formal dining area and a 900-square-foot bonus area above the garage provide ample space for entertaining and relaxation. A sizable mudroom includes a work counter with deep stainless-steel sink, a custom bath, and loads of storage cabinets. Completing the property are a detached single-car garage for yard equipment and an extended attached double-car garage with a U-shaped workbench, offering plenty of room for tools. The home sits on approximately 1.5 acres of manicured landscaping featuring a picturesque front yard with a pond and fountain, fruit trees (cherry, apple, and apricot), ornamental trees, shrubs, flowers, and bushes. The fully fenced backyard offers a fire pit, trampoline, sandbox, fully irrigated 30' x 50' garden area, berry patch, chicken coop, shed, fenced storage area and a large grassy area. Surrounding the home are acres of alfalfa fields capable of yielding around 300 bales per crop or 900 bales per season, potentially earning $8-10 per bale or rent the fields to a local farmer if you desire to not utilize the fields. This countryside property includes 2 fully-fenced horse pastures with loafing sheds and 3 pens for small livestock plus a separate livestock entrance on the side of the property. The stunning property comes with 9 shares of Strawberry Irrigation Water and offers flood irrigation from the back of the property and all fields are laser-leveled. This property is in the Greenbelt which offers great property tax savings. With ample space to build your dream barn or shop, turn one pasture into an arena, add a racetrack and the list goes on the opportunities are endless with the layout of this beautiful property come make this your new home!
Benjamin is located in Utah. Benjamin, Utah has a population of 1,018. Benjamin is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 44.66% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 50.01%.
The median household income in Benjamin, Utah is $72,000. The median household income for the surrounding county is $82,893 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Benjamin is 34.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 92.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 21 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 19.5 inches per year, with 51.1 inches of snow per year.
