This hidden gem offers the ultimate in self-sufficient living, privacy, tranquility, and wow factor. Absolute end-of-the-road seclusion. Incredible setting for this east coast ranch nestled between the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains in the rolling hills and fertile valleys of Central New York State. Limitless recreational activities and numerous water resources are complimented by excellent infrastructure. Income earning potential as well. This property is unparalleled on the East Coast. You will not find anything on the market that begins to compare. This ranch has an extremely diverse topography from fertile agricultural fields and river bottom, hardwood ridges, rolling hills, river frontage, stocked ponds, and streams. This ranch has it all. Easily accessible while still being secluded and hidden from the outside world.
Over two miles of road frontage on four different roads, including Commercial Frontage on State Route 20. A long gated driveway through a massive log archway made from logs harvested off the property takes you into the heart of the ranch. Two comfortable homes. The original late 1800s farmhouse has been completely renovated with lodge-style ambiance, beautiful woodwork, hand-hewn beams, and custom features. A second guest or caretaker's home is a basic site-built rancher. Six wells on the property. Security systems are in place for additional peace of mind.
Multiple barns for livestock, equipment, and hay. It is a well-laid-out property with great functionality. Currently a working livestock ranch and hay farm. The pasture is fenced with eight-foot-tall game fencing, which is adequate for keeping exotic or domestic livestock. While currently used for beef cattle and horses it could be used for anything from cattle, horses, sheep, goats, alpacas, to most types of exotics, buffalo, deer, elk, mustang sanctuary, the possibilities are endless. Pastures have live water with multiple ponds, springs, and several creeks flowing through the property. Fertile rich soil for growing any kind of crop.
Abundant wildlife due to the thoughtful habitat and wildlife management practices that have been implemented. This ranch is home to a wide variety of large and small game. Significant populations of trophy whitetail deer as well as coyotes, bobcats, foxes, the occasional black bear, raccoons, fishers, bald eagles, turkeys, plentiful waterfowl along the river, a plethora of songbirds, and many other types of wildlife. This ranch is well known in the area for its trophy whitetail bucks. Great fishing in the river and in two stocked ponds.
There are dozens of vantage points that provide spectacular views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Unadilla River frontage, as well as ponds, creeks, and springs. Hundreds of wild apple trees, pear trees, cherry trees, elderberry bushes, wild grapes, etc. One acre garden under a high fence. Rich, fertile soil. A wide variety of hardwoods and softwoods can accommodate all your building needs. There is a Sawmill on the property; there is no need to buy lumber when you can make your own.
Located in the township of West Winfield, twenty miles northwest of Cooperstown, NY.
From a sporting ranch perspective, this property is a recreation mecca well suited for wildlife viewing, hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, dirt biking, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and 4-wheeling. The ranch has over 35 miles of well-maintained trails, making all of the property accessible and useable.
Many avenues of income potential with this property. The owners ran a successful year-round country vacation business off this property for many years. This property is still pretty much turn-key for a continuation of that business. It is set up for a hunting outfitter business as well. Income from crop production and livestock. It would lend itself well to any kind of agribusiness or eco-business and could be used as a winery or brewery, hemp farm, camping or glamping, etc. All mineral, water, wind, and solar rights are intact. A large inventory of quality well-maintained equipment and beef cattle is available by separate contract. An attractive package can be put together for turnkey operation.
Extremely diverse topography with the natural lay of the land provides the utmost feeling of seclusion and privacy. It is very hard to find a property of this caliber anywhere in the country, let alone on the East Coast. We strongly encourage anyone seriously interested to look around other properties on the market and then see this ranch. It will be very clear the difference in this property and what it has to offer; it is the true one-of-a-kind everyone is searching for. Come see for yourself, and you will not be disappointed. Because of the varied topography, the 680 acres seem much larger, so please plan on spending a good day getting a glimpse of all this property has to offer. The property is shown by UTV so you can really get a feel for the privacy and topography and see the interior land of this large acreage ranch. Property shown by appointment to pre-qualified buyers.
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