Wilsonville rewards unhurried living in the southwest corner of Furnas County, where sunrise-to-sunset skies, neighborly hellos, and plenty of elbow room define the day. Weekends often include a quick jaunt to Cambridge for everyday errands and coffee or to Beaver City, the county seat, for services and community events. Outdoor time is easy to find: anglers and boaters head for Medicine Creek State Recreation Area, where Harry Strunk Lake offers fishing, paddling, and quiet coves under big Nebraska skies. For bigger-box shopping, hospital care, and arts programming, McCook puts more options within an easy drive.
Families appreciate practical education choices. Nearby Cambridge Public Schools deliver K–12 academics, activities, and small class sizes that fit the pace of life here. Older students and career changers tap McCook Community College, a Mid-Plains campus with programs ranging from agriculture to skilled trades and healthcare. Local traditions—harvest-season potlucks, volunteer fire hall feeds, and Friday night ballgames—bring people together, while the surrounding countryside supports hunting, birding, and star-filled evenings.
With modest housing costs, space for workshops or gardens, and straightforward commutes to regional employers, Wilsonville makes country living attainable without sacrificing essentials. Whether you’re buying your first home or planning to sell, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate agent to guide every step.
Medicine Creek State Recreation Area
Cambridge Public Schools
McCook Community College