Hawcutt Acreage - RM of Grayson
Grayson Rm No. 184 Grayson Rm No. 184 S0A 3Y0

$437,000
Residential beds: 4 baths: 2.0 2,308 sq. ft. built: 1920

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
SK031626
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1920
Set just outside the community of Dubuc, Saskatchewan, this 1920s charmer sits on over six acres and combines timeless country character with modern updates. Natural gas service to the property is a rare find, and it fuels both the home and the detached two-car garage, which also features a loft ready for your personal finishing touches. Inside, you’ll find more than 2,300 square feet of living space. An oversized, vaulted porch creates a warm welcome, with bench seating and expansive windows framing views to the west and north. The heart of the home is a fully updated country kitchen, complete with a center island, stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and a farmhouse sink. A charming butler’s pantry doubles as a coffee bar, making mornings feel effortless. The open dining area flows into the living room, where updated flooring, exposed beamwork, and a natural gas fireplace set a cozy tone. Glass office doors lead into this oversized room, which has its own access to a deck on the north side. Multiple decks—plus a pergola—offer outdoor spaces for entertaining or unwinding. Upstairs you’ll find four distinctive bedrooms. The primary suite includes a four-piece ensuite and a walk-in closet. The main floor bathroom, a four-piece, is tastefully updated and feels ready for a dance party. And with an updated furnace, central air, low maintenance exterior, metal roof, and countless other improvements, the hard work has already been done. If you’re looking for a modern country property that’s move-in ready and full of personality, The Hawcutt Acreage in the RM of Grayson is the one to see.
Listing Area:
Grayson Rm No. 184
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Acreage
Building Type:
House
Home Style:
One ½
Year built:
1920 (Age: 106)
Total Floor Area:
2,308 sq. ft.
Bedrooms:
4
Number of bathrooms:
2.0
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$1,521 / 2025
Parcel Count:
1
Ownership Title:
Freehold
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Gas
Water Heater:
Included
Water Heater Type:
Electric
Water Softener:
Included
Water Treatment Equipment:
Included
Sewer:
Liquid Surface Dis, Septic Tank
Basement:
Partial Basement, Partially Finished
Basement Walls:
Concrete, Preserved Wood
Roof:
Metal
Exterior Finish:
Cedar, Rock Imitation, Siding, Vinyl
Air Conditioner (Central), Sump Pump
Deck, Garden Area, Lawn Back, Lawn Front, Trees/Shrubs
Heated Garage: Yes, Other Buildings: Yes, Recreation Usage: No, School Bus: Yes, Separate Basement Entry: No, Service To Property: Yes, Yard Light: No
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Porch
11'5" × 10'9"
Tile
Main
Other
11'3" × 10'3"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Kitchen
12'8" × 11'11"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Dining Room
15'10" × 12'7"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Storage
7'1" × 6'6"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Living Room
19' × 18'11"
Vinyl Plank
Main
Laundry
7'2" × 7'
Vinyl Plank
2nd
Bedroom
9'7" × 8'11"
Vinyl Plank
2nd
Bedroom
16'10" × 10'1"
Vinyl Plank
2nd
Bedroom
9'9" × 9'8"
Vinyl Plank
2nd
Primary Bedroom
19' × 12'
Vinyl Plank
Basement
Play room
10'9" × 9'5"
Laminate
Basement
Den
13'11" × 11'8"
Laminate
Basement
Utility Room
14'9" × 8'9"
Concrete
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
4
9'7" x 11'3" Vinyl Plank
2nd
Yes
4
5'7" x 8'6" Vinyl Plank
Occupancy:
Owner
Equipment Included:
Dishwasher Built In, Dryer, Fridge, Garage Door Opnr/Control(S), Hood Fan, Microwave, Reverse Osmosis System, Satellite Dish, Shed(s), Stove, Washer, Window Treatment
Lot Size:
6.26 acre(s)
Lot Shape:
Irregular, Backs on to Field/Open Space
Topography:
Flat
Sloughs:
None
Nearest Town:
Dubuc
Other Buildings List:
20 x 20 metal shed
Bush:
Shelter Belt
Garage:
2 Car Detached
Parking Places:
10.0
Parking Surface:
Gravel Drive
Date Listed:
Days on Mkt:
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