18128 County Road 7520

About This Property

Discover the ultimate combination of outdoor recreation, comfortable country living, and exceptional wildlife management on this stunning 202-acre hunting property. Featuring over 50 acres of improved wildlife fields, mature timber including Walnut trees and persimmon trees, abundant game, and an impressive 2,640-square-foot home built in 2022, this property is a true sportsman's paradise with all the comforts of home. The property features over 50 acres of improved wildlife fields planted with native grasses, clover, and other desirable forage to attract and sustain wildlife throughout the year. Abundant populations of whitetail deer, wild turkey, quail, and other small game make this an outstanding hunting and recreational property. With miles of trails for ATVs UTV's and most can be driven in a truck. Thoughtful habitat management practices include timber stand improvement and controlled burns to promote healthy wildlife habitat and enhance hunting opportunities. Five elevated shooting houses provide excellent vantage points across the property, while mature timber offers valuable acorn production as a natural food source for deer and turkey. At the heart of the property sits a beautiful 2,640-square-foot home designed with an open floor plan and impressive cathedral ceilings that bring the outdoors in. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, this home offers plenty of space for family, guests, and entertaining. The custom kitchen features an eat-at island, Hickory cabinets, quartz counter tops and a spacious walk-in pantry with additional counter space, and room for deep freezers—perfect for storing harvested game and stocking up for life in the country. A spiral staircase leads to a huge loft bedroom, adding character and additional living space. The primary bedroom features a generously sized walk-in closet with convenient washer and dryer hookups, making everyday living even easier. A concrete safe room provides a dedicated space for added security. Comfort is enhanced by two Harman pellet stoves and a Heat Master outdoor wood boiler system that heats the home, domestic hot water, and the workshop, offering a practical heating solution for country living. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with a 24' x 40' carport at the front of the home and a spacious 24' x 40' rear patio overlooking an above-ground swimming pool—an ideal setup for relaxing after a day in the woods or entertaining family and friends. The property also features a substantial 32' x 40' insulated workshop with concrete floors and 220 amp service, providing an excellent space for equipment, ATVs, hunting gear, projects, and hobbies tractors, implements, trailers, and other machinery. Enjoy the privacy and seclusion of a large acreage property while remaining conveniently located approximately 10 miles from Fort Leonard Wood, 15 miles from Rolla, Near the Big Piney River and Mark Twain National Forest Whether you're searching for a premier hunting property, a private country homestead, a recreational retreat, or a combination of all three, this exceptional 202-acre property offers an impressive blend of wildlife habitat, quality improvements, comfortable living, and valuable outbuildings. With its established wildlife management practices, diverse habitat, abundant game, modern home, and extensive equipment storage, this is a rare opportunity to own a property designed for both serious outdoor enthusiasts and those who appreciate the freedom of country living.

Spring-fed float streams and grazing ridges near the Meramec headwaters

Phelps County lies on the northern edge of the Ozark Plateau, where clear headwater streams like the Little Piney and the upper Meramec cut through wooded hills and gravel-bottom valleys. The land is classic Ozark country: oak-hickory timber and shortleaf pine over thin, rocky soils that favor pasture, hay, and cattle over intensive farming. Recreational buyers are drawn to the cold, spring-fed float water and the deer and turkey that thrive in the ridge-and-hollow terrain. With Mark Twain National Forest nearby and the university town of Rolla as a regional hub, tracts here balance working ground with strong recreational appeal. It is solid country for a cattle operation, a timbered hunting parcel, or a stream-side retreat.

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