Eastern Oregon Two Bedroom Overlook at Buchanan

Stunning
High Desert Home and Land

Perched
on a high point overlooking the breathtaking Harney Basin, this extraordinary
160± acre retreat offers a rare combination of privacy, craftsmanship, and
unmatched panoramic views stretching from the Steens Mountains across the
surrounding ranchlands and valley floor. Custom built in 2009, the 3,107±
square foot passive solar-designed home was thoughtfully positioned facing true
south to maximize natural light, warmth, and energy efficiency, with expansive
south-facing picture windows, vaulted ceilings, warm natural finishes, and
carefully positioned living spaces that capture the beauty of Eastern Oregon
from nearly every room. The stained concrete floors throughout much of the home
also serve as a natural heat sink, enhancing the home’s efficient and
comfortable design.

The
home blends rustic elegance with modern efficiency and comfort. Hickory
flooring and cabinetry, stained and heated concrete floors, granite tile
countertops, custom lighting, tongue-and-groove pine accents, and quality
craftsmanship are found throughout the residence. The spacious kitchen,
sunroom, and living areas flow seamlessly onto multiple covered decks, creating
exceptional indoor-outdoor living spaces ideal for entertaining or simply
enjoying the remarkable high desert sunsets. A new Amana energy-efficient and
quiet heat pump was installed in the fall of 2025, providing updated heating
and cooling comfort throughout the home. The finished basement, heated garage,
insulated concrete foundation system, Lopi woodstove, and thoughtful attention
to detail throughout the property reflect the pride of ownership and careful
planning invested into this one-of-a-kind retreat.

Beyond
the home, the property has been carefully developed to complement the
surrounding landscape while maintaining a low-maintenance and
wildfire-conscious design. Native grasses, sagebrush, fruit trees, raised
garden beds, custom rock work, livestock corrals, and a traditional
Alaskan-style cedar sauna building all contribute to the property’s unique
character. Wildlife is abundant, with deer, elk, chukar, quail, and partridge
regularly frequenting the area, while the acreage qualifies for landowner preference
deer and elk tags. Whether envisioned as a private retreat, recreational
basecamp, or legacy property, this remarkable offering captures the rugged
beauty, quiet solitude, and self-sufficient lifestyle that make Eastern Oregon
so special.

Exceptional
Living Spaces

This
beautifully crafted custom home was designed to combine comfort, efficiency,
and breathtaking connection to the surrounding landscape. The 3,107± square
foot residence features expansive picture windows that capture panoramic views
of the Harney Basin, Steens Mountains, and surrounding ranchlands from nearly
every room. The home showcases quality craftsmanship throughout, including
vaulted ceilings, stained and heated concrete floors, hickory flooring and
cabinetry, granite tile countertops, tongue-and-groove pine accents, recessed
lighting, and warm natural finishes. The spacious kitchen offers custom
cabinetry, quality appliances, a movable island, farmhouse sink, and butler’s
pantry, while the sunroom and living areas flow seamlessly onto covered decks
designed to enjoy the remarkable high desert setting. The primary suite
features vaulted ceilings, large windows, walk-in closet, and a beautifully
finished ensuite bathroom with custom tile work and dual sinks. Additional
features include a finished basement with heated floors and large family room,
insulated concrete foundation system (ICF), updated heat pump, central vacuum
system, and a fully insulated heated garage with built-in storage and
workspace.

Unique
Features and Outdoor Living

The
Tucked near the home is a beautifully crafted Alaskan-style cedar sauna
building that creates a true retreat atmosphere within the property. The fully
insulated structure features cedar-lined walls, ceilings, and benches
surrounding a traditional wood stove, offering a warm and inviting space to
relax after a long day while embracing the quiet solitude and rugged beauty of
the high desert landscape.

The
160± acre property features healthy stands of native bunchgrass, sagebrush, and
seasonal wildflowers across gently rolling high desert terrain overlooking the
Harney Basin. The owners have utilized the property for cattle grazing,
supported by perimeter and interior fencing, a functional livestock corral
system with holding pens and adjustable lead-up alley, and well-maintained
gravel road access from Highway 20. The south-facing setting provides
exceptional privacy, usability, and sweeping views of the surrounding valley
and mountain ranges.

Wildlife
is abundant throughout the property and surrounding area, including deer, elk,
chukar, quail, and partridge. The acreage qualifies the owner to apply for
landowner preference deer and elk tags, while nearby public lands provide
outstanding access to additional big game and upland bird hunting opportunities
across Eastern Oregon’s renowned recreational landscape.

Legal
and Practical Details

LEGAL: T22S, R33E, W.M. Sec 33,
Tax Lot 2000      

TAXES: $2,790.94 (2025-2026 tax year)

FINANCING: Cash or bank
financing option available for the property

YEAR BUILT: 2009

SQ. FT.: 3,107 sq ft (+/-);
single-story home with finished basement; square footage per
seller     

ACREAGE: 160 acres
(+/-)                            

HEAT/COOLING: Electric forced
air furnace, air conditioner, Lopi wood stove (certified).  New Amana energy-efficient and quiet heat pump was installed in the fall of 2025. 

LIVING ROOM: Located on main
floor with access to garage and front/side deck; stained concrete flooring,
vaulted ceiling with dual fans and lights, large picture windows with custom
wood frames overlooking Harney Valley, additional recessed lighting, forced air
vents in the ceiling, pass through bar area from the kitchen .

BREAKFAST NOOK: Area located off the
kitchen, hickory flooring, custom western light fixture, large windows
overlooking front driveway area, connected to the living room, sunroom, and
kitchen

KITCHEN: Large workspace with movable island;
hickory flooring, custom-designed hickory wood cabinets with granite tile
countertops, three-bay farm sink with window overlooking entry, lots of cabinet
and counter space, high-quality appliances, butler pantry, recessed lighting
and elegant pendant lights, pass-through into the living room 

APPLIANCES: Refrigerator,
dishwasher, propane 4-burner cooktop/stove, washer and dryer (negotiable) 

SUNROOM: Located off the
breakfast nook; hickory flooring, tung and groove pine walls and ceiling, large
windows overlooking Valley, and access to side deck

BEDROOMS: 2 bedrooms

·         1
bedroom on main level and second bedroom on basement level

·         Bedroom
1 – Main suite located on the main level down a small hallway from living room

o    Large
primary room with stained concrete and hickory wood flooring, vaulted ceiling,
recessed lighting, French doors throughout, large windows overlooking Valley,
walk-in closet with custom-style shelving and hangers 

o    Ensuite
bathroom

§  Stained concrete
flooring, duel-sink hickory vanity with Formica countertops, built-in storage,
large walk in shower with custom tile floor and sides, privacy window, vent
fan, and large windows overlooking Valley

o    Bedroom
2 (basement) – Large primary room with stained concrete flooring, recessed
lighting, large windows overlooking Valley, large closet

o    Ensuite
bathroom

§  Stained concrete
flooring, single-sink wood vanity, built in storage, tub/shower combo with
custom tile work, vent fan, and large windows overlooking Valley

BATHROOMS: 2.5 bathroom

·         Main
bedroom bathroom – as described above

·         Hallway
½ bathroom (main level) – tile flooring, single sink vanity with wood cabinet
and tile countertop, toilet 

·         Basement
bathroom – as described above

HALLWAY: This area of the
home on the main floor provides access to the garage, hallway bathroom,
laundry, main floor bedroom, kitchen, and staircase to the basement.  The
area also hosts a large storage closet off the kitchen.   

BASEMENT:

·         A
large “family style” room currently used as a workspace but could be converted
into game room, family area, etc.  The room features heated and stained
concrete flooring, large windows with tile ledges overlooking the Valley,
storge closet, recessed lighting, access doors to covered front and side decks,
large custom built work bench.

·        The
basement area also hosts a separate utility room featuring heated and stained
concrete flooring, water heater, RO water treatment system, well control for
variable speed pump, manifold for both the house water system and the heated
concrete floors, and the home central vacuum power head and collection

·         Heated
concrete floors in the basement area run off a propane on-demand hot water
system located in the garage  

LAUNDRY: Separate room located on
the main level located off kitchen and garage; hickory flooring, electric
hookups for washer and dryer, built-in storage cabinets, window overlooking
back area, and door access to main bedroom walk in closet     

GARAGE: Two-car garage, heated concrete
floor, electric auto door opener with safety features, fully insulated,
built-in storage cabinets/shelving/work bench, farm sink, and walk door to side
deck and home main hallway.  Area also hosts on-demand propane hot water
heater for heated concrete system and the homes electrical panel  

ROOF: Metal with covered
soffits/facia and gutters; downspouts from the gutters direct flow into pipe
system taking moisture away from the foundation.  In addition the roof has
snow guards installed.  All in good condition 

SIDING: Hardi plank; paint is in
good condition 

FOUNDATION: Insulated concrete
foundation (ICF); ICF foundations are a high-performance foundation system
using hollow, interlocking foam panels filled with steel-reinforced concrete to
create durable, energy-efficient walls with continuous insulation. ICF
foundations provide superior thermal performance, enhanced moisture resistance,
and significantly reduced, quieter interiors.

WINDOWS: Double-pane vinyl
windows; all in good condition

OUTDOOR SPACE:

·         The
property is mostly covered with sagebrush, native bunch grasses, and
wildflowers.  The ground sits on a south facing slope.  The home sits
on a high point in the middle of the 160-acre property providing breath-taking
views of the Harney Valley, Steens Mountains, and the surrounding farm and
ranch ground. 

·         The
property boundary features a four-strand barbed wire fence, an interior fence
around the primary residence that is also a four-strand barbed wire fence, and
well-kept gravel road leading from the highway to the home, and a primary entry
gate and a secondary home-site entry gate.

·         The
area around the home utilizes low-maintenance landscaping with no lawn space
and native plants.  The front area hosts a large gravel drive for
parking.  The side areas are also gravel with custom rock work.  This
feature provides for a protective zone around the house to mitigate wildfire
risk and dust abatement

·         Decks
are well-kept wood constructed featuring wood railings, well-built supports,
and provide access from living room, kitchen, basement, and family room areas
as well as provide for a covered hot tub and wood storage area.

·         There
is a garden area with raised planter boxes and fruit trees have been planted
around the perimeter of the home.  These include apple, pear, plumb, and
cherry.  Grape vines have also been planted and have produces fruit.

·         Frost-free
spickets are located on the sides of the home.

·         A small set of livestock handing corrals has been built on the property. 
This area features a holding pen, an adjustable livestock “lead up” ally, and
automatic head catch. (Temporary panels and livestock handling equipment are
negotiable)

·         There
is a Wilderness Wireless communications relay station which utilizes power from
the property an in turn pays a quarterly rent payment of $420.  As part of
the arrangement the owner receives free internet. 

·         Lots
of wildlife call this property home too.  The ground is home to chucker’s,
quail, partridge, deer and occasional elk passing through.  The acreage
enables owner to apply for 2 landowner preference tags for both antlered deer
and elk.  

OUTBUILDINGS:

·         Alaska
Sauna Building (10ftX15ft +/-; 150 sqft) – wood framed building, fully
insulated, wood siding, metal roof, wood floor.  The inside of the
building features an entry area and a second room which is cedar lined (floor,
walls, ceiling) and hosts sitting benches and a wood stove.  This building
is built in the Alaskan “sweat lodge” tradition   

FENCING: Barbed wire

WATER: Well; pitiless adapter;
according to well log, drilled in 2008, 358 feet deep, 25
gal/min   

SEPTIC: Permit on file with Harney
County; installed in 2008, 1000-gal poly tank, 375 feet of drain
field                   

POWER: Oregon Trail Electric
Cooperative 

OTHER ITEMS: A list of personal
property items is available to purchase outside of the real estate transaction.