Mature Managed Timber Investment Property
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Recreational Land, Timberland, Hunting Land
- Road Frontage
- County Road
- Road Surface
- Pavement, Blacktop/Asphalt
Land Details
- Timber
Approximate Distances
| 9 miles | to Corydon |
| 13 miles | to Marengo |
| 30 miles | to Louisville |
| 51 miles | to Jasper |
| 70 miles | to Bloomington |
Utilities
| Electric: | Nearby |
| Cable: | Nearby |
| Telephone: | Nearby |
| Water: | Nearby |
Features/Improvements
- Small Game
- Big Game
Description
Hickman Woods is a heritage-managed timberland property that has been passed down generationally for over 60 years. Located in a remote part of the county and sitting along a quiet paved country road with frontage on 3 sides; you’ll find this amazing property offers an incredible glimpse into what this area must have looked like over a century ago. Managed specifically as a productive timberland property for the last 100 years, this property offers old-growth poplars, impressive White and Black Oak stands, and dense groupings of Hard/Sugar Maples; a testament to the custodial care taken by the current and past owners. The historical relevance of this property cannot be understated. Previously owned by notable local conservationist and veneer timber buyer Dewey Hickman; this property has been loved and appreciated by multiple generations of the Hickman family. In addition to its historical value, this property also offers a legitimate investment opportunity. Professional timber buyers have put current estimations at around $150K in immediate return with a very selective harvest. Overall the timber stand is said to be in excellent shape and; if properly managed, it will provide a renewable source of income for years to come. The topography of this tract is mostly rolling terrain with beautiful rock-lined wet weather drainages. A grassy bottom on the southern end of the property shows signs of once being an old field with several areas able to be opened back up with a little fieldwork. An old logging road trail system lies within the property and with a little tractor, time could easily be opened back up to access the furthest reaches of the property for all your needs. The wildlife presence on this property is undeniable. Deer trails are prevalent almost everywhere you look, winding in all directions. We have no doubt that, with a little work, this property could offer some incredible hunting. Although this property offers you plenty of room to roam, you’ll find tons of additional outdoor activities within a short drive. Harrison County is quite simply one of the best destinations for outdoor recreation. Canoeing, Hiking, exploring caves, and horseback riding are just a few of the activities that can be found within a short drive of the property. Step back in time to charming small towns, quaint eateries, and welcoming lodging in virtually every direction. Southern Indiana is also home to the Hoosier National Forest, much of which is accessible within a short drive. Regardless of your intended use or interest, If you appreciate the sights, sounds, and smells of the natural world and wish to reconnect, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better-situated property to do it at. We’re confident once you’ve spent some time on the property with us, you’ll come to appreciate all that Hickman Woods has to offer. So put on your hiking boots and come spend a few hours exploring this once-in-a-lifetime property with us before it's gone.
The information contained herein is deemed reliable but is not warranted or guaranteed by the Broker, its Agents, or the Seller. Access to property, access to utilities, or any measurements including but not limited to, acreage, square footage, frontage, and mapping boundary lines shared herein has not been independently verified and is for purposes of marketing only. If exact measurements, access to property, or access to utilities is a concern, the property should be independently measured or investigated by the prospective buyer.
Buyer’s agents must be identified on the first contact with Broker/Agents and must accompany the buyer on showings to receive full fee participation. Otherwise, the fee participation will be at the sole discretion of the seller, broker, and Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC.
