Franklin County
Premier Waterfowl Farm With Lodge In Franklin County, IL
Yellowbanks Road, Lot#WP001 Benton, IL 62812
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Description
Located in Franklin County, Illinois, this legacy hunting property offers an exceptional combination of proven waterfowl hunting, quality deer and turkey habitat, income-producing tillable acreage, and a furnished lodge. Extensively managed for waterfowl, the farm features a 45± acre slough, flooded crops, numerous blinds and pits, and a documented harvest of 873 ducks during the 2025 season. Combined with 132± tillable acres generating $18,000 annually, a 9± acre lake, timbered habitat, and excellent access, this property brings together recreation and agricultural income in a highly developed hunting setup. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath lodge provides a comfortable base camp and is offered with furnishings. An open kitchen and living area create a spacious gathering place after a day in the field, while the covered front porch overlooks the lake and provides scenic views of the property. Attached to the lodge is a large shop designed with hunting and property management in mind. The space includes hunting lockers, a workbench area, equipment storage, and a garage door for convenient access. A gravel drive and parking area provide plenty of room around the lodge, while a gated entry road adds privacy and controlled access. Waterfowl habitat is at the heart of this property. The entire farm has been extensively managed to provide the combination of water, food, and cover needed to attract and hold birds throughout the season. A 45± acre slough includes several open-water landing areas, while approximately 9± acres of crops are specifically set aside and flooded for waterfowl. Numerous blinds and pits are positioned throughout the property to take advantage of the various hunting areas. The results of that management are reflected in the farm's hunting history, including a harvest record of 873 ducks during the 2025 season. This established waterfowl component, along with the infrastructure already in place, makes the property especially appealing to buyers looking for a developed Southern Illinois duck hunting farm. A 9± acre lake provides another significant water feature and offers trophy bass fishing, expanding the recreational opportunities beyond hunting season. The agricultural component adds meaningful annual income and another important habitat element. Approximately 132± tillable acres are planted in a combination of corn and soybeans for the 2026 growing season. The tillable acreage currently generates $18,000 annually in crop income. These fields provide agricultural production while also creating extensive edge and transition habitat throughout the farm. The property is equally well laid out for deer and turkey hunting. Timbered woodlots include softwoods and mast-producing hardwoods, while areas of dense bedding and security habitat provide cover for whitetails. Transition cover is found throughout, and there are excellent locations for additional food plots. The arrangement of cropland, timber, sloughs, lake, and other water features naturally creates numerous funnels and pinch points. These terrain and habitat transitions can help concentrate deer movement and provide strategic locations for stand setups throughout the season. Gently rolling topography and a well-developed access system make it easy to move throughout the property for hunting, farming, and habitat management. Multiple entry points provide options for accessing different areas of the farm, while approximately 650 feet of road frontage and the gated lodge entrance provide convenient access from the road. With its documented waterfowl harvest history, extensive habitat management, furnished lodge, 45± acre slough, flooded crops, blinds and pits, trophy bass lake, income-producing tillable acreage, and diverse deer and turkey habitat, this Franklin County property offers a rare combination of established hunting infrastructure, recreation, and annual agricultural income.
Summary
Address
Approximate Distances
Property
Land Details
Timber
Tillable
Open
Lake
Utilities
Improvements/Features
Small Game, Big Game, Predators, Waterfowl, Fish, Wetlands, Slough, Tree Stands/Blinds, Water Control Structures, Trail Network, Internal Road System, Gated Entrance
Details
- Premier waterfowl farm with lodge and income
- Legacy property with proven waterfowl, deer and turkey hunting history
- 2BR, 2BA, lodge with furnishings
- Open living and kitchen area
- Covered front porch with scenic views overlooking a lake
- Large, attached shop with hunting lockers, work bench area, equipment storage and garage door
- Gravel drive and parking area
- Incredible blend of habitat types throughout
- 9+/- acre lake with trophy bass
- The whole property is extensively managed for waterfowl
- Harvest record of 873 ducks during the 2025 season
- 45+/- acre slough with several open water landing areas
- 9+/- acres of crops set aside and flooded for waterfowl
- Numerous blinds and pits throughout
- 132+/- tillable acres with both corn and soybeans planted for the 2026 growing season
- Tillable acreage generates $18,000.00 annually in crop income
- Gently rolling topography
- Excellent locations for food plots
- Timbered woodlots
- Softwoods and mast-producing hardwoods
- Plenty of bedding and security habitat
- Lots of transition cover throughout
- The layout of water, timber and cropland creates numerous funnels and pinch points
- Multiple entry points
- Great access throughout
- 650 feet of road frontage
- Gated entry road to the lodge
- Personal property list available upon request
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Housing
2BD / 2BA / 0HB
3072± sqft
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Annual Taxes
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