Located directly on the banks of the Mississippi River just north of Lock & Dam #10 in Guttenberg, Iowa, the views of the Mississippi River & Wisconsin bluffs from this waterfront property on Abel Island are outstanding. The 1.5 story dwelling was designed for low maintenance & was built new in 1995. The home features an enclosed front porch, dine in kitchen & adjoining living room, two bedrooms and one bath; all on the main level & an open stairway to the large second story family room with great views of the river, vaulted ceilings, skylights along with ample storage closets and half bath. The home is bright with lots of windows to enjoy the river views. If you're an aviation enthusiast, the Abel Island private airstrip provides you with an opportunity to taxi & tie down your aircraft directly across Abel Drive. There is also plenty of additional lot space for your exclusive parking, camping or gardening on the common land directly across Abel Drive. This property has been owned and enjoyed by the same family for over 60 years, so here's your opportunity to make memories with yours. The Abel Island Airstrip is commonly owned by all Abel Island residents. *Legal Description - Lot 55, Abel Island *Lot Size - Approx. 75x88 *Approx. 75' frontage on the Mississippi River channel. *Mature hardwoods surround the cottage for summertime shade. *Total living area - 1,460 sf. *Two bedrooms, kitchen, living room and full bath on the main level. *Open stairway to upper level family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights & 1/2 bath. *Four storage closets on upper level. *Stamped concrete floors on main level with hardwood floors in second story family room *Forced air heat (nat.gas) and central air. *Stationary aluminum dock. *Ample room on the lot for addition or garage to the north. *Airstip Information - 2,600' turf - 100' wide with overuns at both ends / lighted. *Runway 35-17. CTAF 122.9, IA 23 (GAA), Windsocks on North end & SW corner. *Additional area parking, camping, gardening, aircraft tie down directly west of Abel Dr. *Property Tax - $2,970/yr. *Asking Price - $399,500 All offers submitted for seller consideration.