Premier Whitetail Farm With Ample Road Frontage
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Farms, Recreational Land, Timberland, Undeveloped Land, Hunting Land
- Road Frontage
- County Road
- Road Surface
- Pavement, Blacktop/Asphalt
Land Details
- Timber
- Tillable
Features/Improvements
- Small Game
- Big Game
- Creek/Spring
Description
Located in the heart of Franklin County, just northwest of Louisburg, this 83± acre tract on Strange Road offers a highly desirable combination of accessibility, rolling topography, and premier wildlife habitat. Conveniently positioned less than 15 minutes from Louisburg and under an hour to Raleigh, the property provides both privacy and proximity, ideal for a weekend retreat, full-time residence, or investment-grade recreational farm.
With over 800 feet of road frontage and approximately 8 acres of open, tillable ground along the front, the property is well-suited for a homesite, small farm, or future development. The landscape transitions into gently rolling terrain featuring two creeks and a beaver swamp, creating a natural water system that supports wildlife year-round while enhancing the property’s scenic and recreational appeal. An old farmhouse is located on the property and offers potential for restoration or use as a hunting cabin.
A key feature of this tract is the internal access, highlighted by a central path that runs from the front to the back of the farm, allowing for efficient navigation and future expansion of trails or stand access. The timber has been strategically thinned, with mature hardwoods and pines removed to promote early successional habitat, widely recognized as one of the most beneficial environments for whitetail deer.
This regeneration will create dense understory growth, providing exceptional bedding cover, security, and natural forage. Whitetails are naturally drawn to thick, transitional habitat where they can move, feed, and bed in close proximity without exposure. The current habitat conditions on this property encourage daytime movement, increased holding capacity, and the potential to grow and sustain mature deer. The combination of thick bedding areas, natural browse, edge habitat, and open ground creates an ideal layout for establishing food plots, stand locations, and strategic hunting setups.
In addition to whitetail deer, the property supports healthy populations of turkey and small game, making it a well-rounded recreational tract. The diversity of habitat, water features, and topography offers long-term value for both hunting and land ownership.
This property represents an excellent opportunity to own a well-balanced farm with strong habitat fundamentals, solid access, and an outstanding location. Whether your goal is to develop a premier hunting property, build a private residence, or invest in quality land in a growing region of North Carolina, this tract checks all the boxes.
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Details
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Less than 15 minutes to Louisburg, under 1 hour to Raleigh
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Approximately 8 acres of open/tillable ground
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Rolling topography with excellent usability
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Two creeks and a beaver swamp providing year-round water
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Old farmhouse with potential for restoration or hunting cabin use
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Established internal path from front to back
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Timber recently thinned to promote early successional habitat
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Strong populations of turkey and small game
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Excellent opportunity for hunting, recreation, or homesite development
Other
Coordinates
36.0931, -78.2226
Annual Taxes
$3,794
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