Location: This "One of a Kind" property is nestled at the base of the majestic Winding Stair Mountain Range in Southeast Oklahoma in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest. Shawnee Creek runs though the western portion of the property. The South property line adjoins the 1.5 million acre Ouachita National Forest, which provides hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, eastern wild turkey, black bear, wild hog and other small game as well as direct access to an impressive network of ATV, hiking and horseback riding trails that are operated and maintained by the US Forest Service. Nearby towns include Heavener, Talihina and Poteau, which is the county seat. Broken Bow Lake, which offers some of the best fishing in Oklahoma, is only a short 30 minute drive away to the South. Sardis Lake, Cedar Lake and Wister Lake are only minutes away as well. The Talimena Scenic Drive is 2 miles South. The property is a 1.0 hour drive from Fort Smith, Arkansas and about 4 hours from Dallas, Texas. Services to Property: Electricity, rural water, septic system, and LP gas delivery. Property comes with a propane storage tank. Land: The cabin sits on 38.5 acres of level to gently sloping land. The property is covered with mature trees that are native to south eastern Oklahoma including redbud, hickory, white oak, sweet gum, red oak, post oak, eastern red cedar and native shortleaf yellow pine. The native shortleaf pine on this property are sawlog size trees that could provide the future owner with some future income from tree harvesting. Consult with your tax professional for the tax advantages associated with owning a tree farm. A near year round source of water (Shawnee Creek) runs through the Western part of the property, which provides a water source for local wildlife. There is also a large pond located west of the cabin containing bass and small pan fish. Wildlife is frequently seen on this property. The South property line adjoins the 1.5 million acre Ouachita National Forest, which provides hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, eastern wild turkey, black bear, wild hog and other small game as well as direct access to an impressive network of ATV, hiking and horseback riding trails that are operated and maintained by the US Forest Service. Access: This property has access by a county maintained private gravel driveway extending off Mineral Springs road. Cabin: The cabin was constructed in 2002 and contains approximately 2160 square feet of heated and cooled living space with 5 bedrooms, 2-1/2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen and utility room. The exterior walls are covered with rustic cedar siding and the roof is covered with low maintenance metal roofing. The cabin has a central heat and air system and also has a propane heat source. The cabin has an 8 foot x 50 foot covered front porch, an attached 8 foot x 22 foot deck and a nice 200 square foot back porch area. Shop Building: There is a nice shop building just east of the cabin that has a 30 foot x 30 foot enclosed area with concrete flooring. This area has electrical wiring and is heated and cooled. There is a large roll-up metal door as well as a metal side walk through door. This would be the perfect location to store 4 wheelers, side by sides, or a fishing boat. The shop building also has a covered 30 foot x 20 foot carport area. Realtor's Comments: This property is a horseman's dream and a hunter's paradise. This is a very unique property that provides direct access to the Ouachita National Forest with endless horseback riding and side by side trails as well as some of the best hunting in Oklahoma. The "Old Military Road" constructed in the 1830's that connected Fort Smith to Fort Towson lies just a few miles West of the property. In the 1800's this area was a part of Indian Territory and was a well-known hangout for outlaws and horse thieves trying to escape the justice of Judge Parker in near-by Fort Smith, Arkansas. Horse Thief Springs lies just a few miles West of this property in the National Forest. There are literally thousands of acres of untouched natural beauty that can be accessed from this property. Cedar Lake, where the last two State record largemouth bass were caught, is a short 15 minute drive from the property. It is the ideal setting for a relaxing and peaceful weekend getaway from city life or even a full time residence. No traffic, no hurrying, just simple life away from the hectic city. The mountain views from this property are spectacular. Price: $250,000 TAXES: $1,254
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