
Land with Home for Sale in Manchester, Iowa
Delaware County, Manchester, IA 52057
Rare opportunity to acquire an established, operating event business in eastern Iowa, offered turnkey with a forward calendar of booked events, transferable contracts, recognized branding & the inventory needed to operate from day 1. The venue is fully built out, the reputation is established & future events are already on the calendar. The business operates from a purpose-built 34 x 70, 2-story event barn featuring a classic round-top design & a clear, unobstructed upper level with seating for up to 250 guests, plus space for 50 additional guests outdoors. Large doors open at both ends, while 2 walkout decks overlook the grounds. Amenities include sound systems on both levels, a flat-screen for photos & video, 3 indoor restrooms, a caterer's kitchen & a chair lift to the upper level. A separate heated & air-conditioned building offers a private bridal suite, groom's lounge with bar, break area & kids' area. Situated on 2.3 beautifully maintained acres framed by mature maple trees, the property also features a 2-level patio, firepit & 18-foot grain-bin gazebo. Ceremonies, receptions & photos can all take place in 1 location. Parking accommodates approximately 80 vehicles with convenient front-door drop-off. Also included is a 2,288-square-foot ranch home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an updated kitchen, newer HVAC, a 2022 roof & an oversized 2-car garage. The home offers flexible use as on-site owner housing, wedding-party lodging, a primary residence or an additional income opportunity on non-event nights. Established, well maintained & thoughtfully equipped, this turnkey venue offers a proven operating history, booked calendar & room for continued growth.
Location
- County
- Delaware County
- Zip code
- 52057
- Community
- Manchester
- School district
- West Delaware
- Elevation
- 1,060 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.55 acres
- Zoning
- Res
- MLS #
- CIBOR 70911
- Posted
Parcels
- 140050000300
Legal description
PARCEL A PT NW 1/4
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Farm
- Franchise
- RE/MAX International
Lot
- Features
- Level
Exterior
- Pool
- Deck, Patio
- Features
- Vinyl Siding
Structure
- Stories
- 1
- Basement
- Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Windows
- Window Treatments
Interior
- Room Count
- 11
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3, Den, Dining Room x 2, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Security
- Security System
- Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wet Bar
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | New listing | $685,000 | — | CIBOR |

































