This private 47 acre established hunting property is located in Rathbone NY, Steuben County. This property offers a beautiful combination of open farmland, mature woods, brushy wildlife habitat including a pond, and expansive countryside views. This property provides a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, recreation, hunting, and rural living all in one location. Approximately 16 acres are open field currently being utilized for hay production, while the remaining 31 acres consist of a diverse mix of woods and brushy areas. The property features gently rolling topography with a nice mixture of hardwoods and softwoods including established stands of white pine and hemlock. The varied terrain and combination of open and wooded acreage create excellent habitat for deer, turkey, and other wildlife. For the avid outdoorsman, this is an established hunting property with four existing tree stands that will convey with the sale. A small wildlife pond near one corner of the property provides an important water source for deer and other wildlife and adds another attractive feature for hunters and nature enthusiasts. Property offers a very private setting with beautiful, expansive views across the surrounding countryside. The existing hay field could continue to be utilized for agricultural purposes or planted into wildlife food plots, while the wooded acreage provides opportunities for hunting, recreation, timber, wildlife management, and simply enjoying the outdoors. Included is a 28-foot tow-behind camper providing an immediate place to stay while enjoying the property. The combination of the camper, existing hunting improvements, open field, woods, and secluded setting makes this an appealing property for a weekend retreat, hunting camp, recreational getaway, or potential year-round rural homestead. This provides a nice balance between seclusion and access to nearby communities, shopping, restaurants, employment, and services. Tracy Creek State Forest is just a few miles down the road for additional outdoor recreation.
