OVERVIEW
Bob's Run Forest is a small property with big potential and big views! From this property, you are looking down at a fantastic view of the Greenbrier River. The rock formations around the small creek that runs through the property make wonderful places for adventure, exploring, nature viewing, bird watching, or watching for the citing of the abundance of animals that live in the area. The property has numerous benefits for a family retreat and a place to get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy life with great spots to build that getaway cabin.
HIGHLIGHTS
Wild and Wonderful Summers County
7.5 Acres +/-
Excellent cabin site
Excellent ATV property
Near the Greenbrier River
Shopping is nearby
Excellent hunting in the area
Confluence of 3 rivers is nearby at Hinton
Bluestone Lake, boating, skiing, fishing
Bluestone Wildlife Management public area is nearby
Easy drive to Winterplace ski resort
Golfing is nearby at the Elks Country Club at Willowood
Bluestone and Pipestem state parks are an easy drive
LOCATION
Google Coordinates: 37.699414(N), -80.678660(W)
Address: Bobs Run, Alderson, WV 24910. No 911 address is assigned to a property without structures.
Elevation Range: 1685 ft. to 1910 ft. +/-
Drive Times (approximate)
Highways/Towns
I-64 Alta-Alderson Exit 161: 20 minutes
Alderson: 5 minutes
Athens and Concord University: 50 minutes
Beckley: 50 minutes
Hinton: 25 minutes
Princeton: 50 minutes
Airports
Mercer County Airport, Bluefield: 1 hour 15 minutes
Raleigh County Memorial Airport, Beckley: 1 hour
Recreation
Golf - Willow Wood Country Club and Golf Course: 15 minutes
Golf - There are several other golf courses nearby
Historical Park - John Henry Historical Park and Monument: 10 minutes
Lake - Bluestone Lake: 30 minutes
Lake - Summersville Lake: 1 hour 30 minutes
National Park - Grandview National Park: 1 hour
National Park - New River Gorge National Park and Preserve Visitors Center, Sandstone: 45 minutes
Resort - Glade Springs Resort: 55 minutes
Resort - Pipestem Resort State Park: 45 minutes
Skiing - Winterplace Ski Resort: 1 hour
State Park - Bluestone State Park: 30 minutes
State Park - Camp Creek State Park and Forest: 1 hour
State Park - Little Beaver State Park: 1 hour
State Park - Pipestem Resort State Park: 45 minutes
WILDLIFE
Bob's Run Forest is the ideal wildlife preserve. Nature is providing an overall wildlife habitat. There are many animals, including whitetail deer black bear, wild turkey, squirrels, raccoons, opossums, and other game species. One can occasionally see a beautiful bald eagle as they nest in the cliffs of the near Greenbrier River. Many other varieties of birds can be seen on a daily basis.
WATER
There is an intermittent stream along the eastern side of the property that should have periodic water flow, especially during rain events and periods of snow melt.
MINERAL RESOURCES
All rights the owner has will convey with the property.
BOUNDARIES AND SURVEY*
The maps provided by Foxfire Realty are for informational purposes only and are not to be relied upon in making a decision to purchase. A survey is recommended to accurately determine the location and boundaries of the property. The property is being sold by the boundary and not by the acre.
UTILITIES
Water: A well could be drilled
Sewer: A private septic system could be installed
Electricity: Onsite
Internet: Available through Starlink, HughesNet, or other satellite provider
Cellphone Coverage: Excellent
ACCESS/FRONTAGE
The believed location of the property is accessed by the road named Bobs Run.
ZONING
Summers County currently has no known zoning or subdivision regulations. However, all prospective buyers should consult the County Government and also the Health Department for any changes and details regarding zoning, building codes, and installation of water wells and septic systems.
PROPERTY TYPE/USE SUMMARY
The property is comprised of forestland.
(This is an estimation of current property use as determined from aerial photography. It is made subject to the estimation of property boundaries and any errors in the interpretation of land use type from the aerial photography utilized.)
To follow-up with your interest, please contact Bill Zimmerman, 304-667-7026
Contact the Foxfire listing agent to visit this property.
From Alderson: 4.2 Miles +/- (approximately 5 minutes)
From the Big Wheel Restaurant in Alderson, travel Rt 12 South away from Alderson for 4.1 miles; turn right onto Bobs Run; travel 1/10 mile to the property.
*The information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not warranted or guaranteed by Foxfire Realty, its Agents, or the Seller. The location of the property, tax map references, access to property, access to utilities, or any measurements including but not limited to, acreage, frontage, and mapping boundary lines shared herein have not been independently verified and are for purposes of marketing only. A survey of the property is recommended in order to determine the exact location, boundaries, and acreage of the property.