20400 280th TrailMalta Bend, MO 65339
None · Saline County
Description
The National Register of Historic Places Henry Blosser Estate features the 1878 Second Empire mansion and historic Swiss horse barn. As a private residence or for your “next big dream” over 17,000 sf of historic space blends 19th-century grandeur and modern convenience. The award- winning restoration of the home features stunning period details, soaring ceilings, handcrafted moldings, and luxurious finishes throughout. A museum collection of fine art, antique furnishings, guest linens, silver/plates and servers are included. The residence boasts a dramatic entry with grand staircase, two large Drawing Rooms, formal dining room, country kitchen, seven spacious ensuite bedrooms/bathrooms, plus a large third-floor historic “Prairie Ballroom” with a full bath—perfect for gathering, meeting or frequent guests. Four working fireplaces, a commercial-grade kitchen, elevator, fire suppression system, and all modern updates ensure comfort, safety, and worry-free living. The property includes a restored carriage house, now an ADA-compliant guest cottage, and a renovated Swiss-style barn with its own commercial kitchen, elevator, and an expansive barn loft for entertaining, large family gatherings, events, or even business retreats. Includes five acres of serene landscape and old-growth trees. Whether you are looking for a luxurious private residence, horse property, art or music studio or a historic guest retreat, the Henry Blosser Estate delivers unmatched character, comfort, and legacy. Featured in the award-winning book: Historic Style by Kelee Katillac www.historicstyle.com or visit The Henry Blosser Estate website.
Property Information
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub-type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Traditional
- Year built
- 1878
- Stories
- 3
- Living area
- 7,775 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 4.50 acres
- Garage spaces
- 4
- Ownership
- Private
- Days on market
- 121
- MLS® Listing#
- 2624793
Property Features
- Interior
- Eat-in Kitchen · Elevator · In-Law Floorplan
- Appliances
- Dishwasher · Refrigerator · Gas Range
- Cooling
- Electric · Zoned
- Heating
- Forced Air · Zoned
- Flooring
- Tile · Wood
- Fireplace
- Living Room · Library
- Basement
- Concrete · Partial · Walk-Out Access · Interior Entry
- Parking
- Detached
- Laundry
- In Basement
- Patio
- Screened
- Fencing
- Wood
- Lot features
- Many Trees
- Construction
- Brick
- Roof
- Composition
- Windows
- Window Coverings
- Other structures
- Barn(s) · Guest House
- Sewer
- Unknown
Rooms
Second
- Primary Bedroom15x15
- Primary Bathroom7x6
- Bathroom 17x7
- Bathroom 26x7
- Bathroom 37x7
- Bedroom 114x15
- Bedroom 214x12
- Bedroom 314x11
First
- Living Rm- 2nd14x15
- Dining Room18x13
- Kitchen14x19
- Living Room14x15
Third
- Bathroom 44x10
- Bathroom 55x9
- Bedroom 418x14
- Bedroom 515x8
Financial Details
- HOA
- None
- Annual taxes
- $6,639
- Parcel number
- 20-13-60-23-00-000-008.000
Directions
Enjoy town & country living at just 80 minutes from Kansas City. Take Highway 65 North (Exit 78B) toward Marshall, MO. Continue on Hwy 65 through Marshall. Turn right onto Golden Ave. (County Road 425) near the white church. Continue until the Henry Blosser Estate and Barn come into view. Turn left onto County Road 416 to reach the property. Located near Malta Bend, Missouri -- named for the steamboat Malta, which sank nearby in the Missouri River in 1841 as seen on the History Channel. The surrounding region includes historic villages with vineyards. The estate is within driving distance of notable attractions such as the Katy Trail State Park, the Battle of Lexington State Historic Site, the Nicholas Beazley Aviation Museum, Bothwell Lodge Historic Site and Missouri State Fairgrounds.
Listing Courtesy: Weichert, Realtors Welch & Co. - 816-213-8377
Last Updated: 2026-06-07T00:00:00.000Z
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