In the book entitled Healing Waters: Missouris Historic Mineral Springs and Spas, by Loring Bullard of Springfield. Bullard spotlights at least 120 of the more prominent mineral springs and wells in 58 counties across Missouri. According to Bullard, the area was known as Artesian Springs in 1888, when Mortimer Parks owned the springs and surrounding land. By 1890, the area had also come to be known as Crystal Springs. An early photograph shows Crystal Springs flowing from a shady glen traversed by a narrow walkway. Promoters claimed the spring benefited rheumatism, constipation and sore eyes. Visitors at that time saw only a few private residences near the spring. Sometime later, the property sold to Dr. Flavel Tiffany of Kansas City, who intended to launch a health resort. Tiffany was apparently very wealthy, living in a mansion at 25th and Troost. A 1907 plat of Tiffany Springs included a large hotel depicted in the center of town, with bathhouses and a golf course nearby. But these were never built, and the town never grew beyond a handful of homes, a store and a blacksmith shop. The area is still known as Tiffany Springs today and the name lives on in several residential and commercial developments.

THE LOCATION

Conveniently located just north of Zona Rosa/MO-152 and south of the Kansas City International Airport, this close-in acreage offers peaceful country living with all city amenities just minutes away. The property is also located within the city limits of Kansas City, Platte County, Missouri and is in the award winning Park Hill School District.

THE HOME

This newer custom-built, 4 bedroom, 4 bath, reverse 1.5 story home offers a total of 5200 sq. ft. m/l of finished living area including the main floor and finished walk-out lower levels. The main floor features custom finishes, moldings, wood floors, tray ceilings, chefs kitchen with gas range, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, breakfast bar and eating area, living room with fireplace, dining room, first floor master suite, two additional bedrooms, mud room, 3 car garage and more. The finished walkout lower level features a large en-suite with sitting room, large family/rec. room, suspended slab bonus room, hobby/garden room, storm shelter/wine cellar, mechanical room, storage room, etc. Other features include premium log siding, aggregate covered steel roof, whole house audio, tankless hot water heaters, high-efficiency gas furnace with whole house air cleaning and much more!

THE OUTBUILDINGS

The 3229 metal outbuilding with lean-to is the perfect size for indoor and outdoor storage of your tractors, equipment, recreational vehicles, supplies, etc. There is also a 3224 detached two-car garage on the property for overflow space, so you can keep your main 3-car garage clean and organized.

THE LAND

This gorgeous, mostly wooded 67-acre parcel is both private and picturesque and offers close-in country living with restaurants, shopping, entertainment, hospitals, airport, etc. only a few minutes away. The property features scenic views, rolling hills, hardwood timber, pasture, natural springs/grotto, wildlife, backs to Rush creek and is a perfect country retreat in the city.

AUCTIONEERS NOTE

We are honored to bring Ralph and Loretta Bunnells outstanding estate property and furnishings to the market for the very first time. The Bunnells purchased the property in 1951 and until their recent passing loved their piece of paradise in the country, enjoyed raising Hereford cattle, breeding their Brittany Spaniels, collecting antiques and much more. Interestingly Loretta was also an auctioneer and conducted estates sales throughout the area. We are privileged to offer their real estate and personal property assets to the highest bidder with NO RESERVE at public auction. Proceeds will benefit several local charities. Dont miss this unique opportunity to bid your price. We look forward to your participation in the auction.