6522 W County Pike Rd #875, West Baden Springs, IN 47469

Located at 6522 West Co Rd 875 S in French Lick, Indiana, this exceptional 40 +/- acre property in Orange County offers a rare combination of historic character, modern improvements, recreational opportunities, wildlife habitat, and convenient access to some of Southern Indiana's most popular destinations. The property is ideally positioned between French Lick, Paoli, and Patoka Lake, making it an appealing option for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, recreational property, or a potential vacation rental. The centerpiece of the property is a distinctive log cabin constructed in 2007 from logs documented as having been cut in 1863 and relocated from Spencer County. The historic logs give the home a character that is difficult to replicate, while the 2007 construction provides modern functionality. The cabin features beautiful Ash hardwood floors throughout the primary living areas, with travertine tile in the newly remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. One of the most impressive features of the cabin is its 34-foot-long covered front porch. The porch provides an expansive outdoor living area where the surrounding landscape can be enjoyed throughout the seasons. Views extend from the porch and are also captured through the cabin's windows, creating a strong connection between the interior living spaces and the surrounding acreage. Inside, the cabin features a spacious eat-in kitchen and a comfortable living room. At the same time, the finished upper level provides additional living space and room for a second bedroom, home office, gym, or library. The kitchen underwent a complete renovation in 2023, including fully custom cabinetry, leathered granite countertops, and travertine flooring. The kitchen was designed with both function and character in mind and serves as one of the property's primary gathering spaces. The property is being offered turnkey, providing an especially convenient opportunity for the next owner. According to the seller, virtually all furniture in the cabin was purchased new beginning in 2022. Mattresses, linens, pillows, and housewares were also purchased new. This furnishing package allows the property to be used with minimal additional setup, whether as a private retreat, full-time residence, or potential short-term rental. Recent exterior improvements add to the cabin's appeal. The exterior timber was stained, and chinking was painted in 2024. The property also features a built-in lightning protection system, a large cellar for additional storage, and access from the cellar to the crawlspace. The crawlspace has been completely spray foamed. Fiber optic internet service is another important modern amenity for anyone looking to combine a rural setting with today's connectivity requirements. The acreage offers an equally compelling outdoor component. A 2.4-acre food plot has been established with four different perennial clover varieties. Fruit-bearing persimmon trees are prominent throughout the food plot, providing additional seasonal forage and adding another attractive feature for wildlife. The property has abundant wildlife, and the combination of acreage, established food sources, timber, and surrounding habitat creates a strong setting for wildlife observation and recreational enjoyment. For boating and water-based recreation, the location is particularly attractive. The property sits between two fingers of Patoka Lake, with two boat ramps within approximately five minutes. Patoka Lake is an approximately 8,800-acre reservoir surrounded by nearly 26,000 acres of land and water managed as a major Southern Indiana recreation destination. The surrounding area adds another layer of recreational appeal. Orange County and the French Lick area provide access to Patoka Lake, the Hoosier National Forest, French Lick Resort, French Lick Scenic Railway, Paoli Peaks, and numerous other attractions. Patoka Lake is an 8,800-acre lake offering boating, swimming, hiking, biking, and camping, while the French Lick area provides a wide range of resort, golf, dining, and outdoor activities. French Lick is less than 15 minutes away, putting the restaurants, entertainment, shopping, golf, resort amenities, and other attractions of the French Lick and West Baden area within a convenient drive. The location also provides access to Paoli, making this property well-positioned for enjoying the broader Orange County area while maintaining a rural setting. The property's location between French Lick, Paoli, and Patoka Lake is one of its strongest assets. It offers the opportunity to own acreage in a recreationally rich part of Southern Indiana without giving up convenient access to nearby communities and amenities. Whether you're searching for Southern Indiana land for sale, an Indiana hunting property, recreational acreage near Patoka Lake, a log cabin near French Lick, a weekend cabin in Orange County, or a property with potential vacation-rental appeal, this offering deserves a close look. The combination of 40 +/- acres, a historic log cabin, extensive recent improvements, turnkey furnishings, a renovated custom kitchen, established food plot, persimmon trees, abundant wildlife, nearby Patoka Lake boat access, fiber optic internet, and proximity to French Lick and Paoli makes this a highly distinctive property in Southern Indiana.