301 Acres in Ghent, WV - $199,000

The 301+/- acre tract consists of an entire wooded valley more than 1 mile in length through which Suck Creek a significant clear water tributary of the upper Bluestone River drainage flows. The ridges and high knobs tower above the valley floor with elevations approaching 2600. Spectacular distant views from the upper reaches are reminiscent of the vistas in West Virginias northeastern highest mountains.

HIGHLIGHTS

Large 301+/- acre parcel surrounded by large farm and woodland tracts.

Has been in the same family since 1881.

Land legacy of careful wildlife management coupled with outstanding long-term forest stewardship.

Harvest-ready hardwood timber.

Beautiful blue line clear water stream flowing for 1 mile through the heart of the property.

Known as one of the premier wildlife habitats in Summers County.

Nearby are the Greenbrier River, Bluestone River, New River, and 2000 acre Bluestone Lake perfect for anglers and water recreation enthusiasts.

Spectacular long range views.

High percentage of commercially operable ground supporting forestry, recreation and potential for numerous future cabin sites.

Elevations range from 1960 to nearly 2600

Excellent year round state maintained access.

Electric and phone nearby.

Potential conservation value.

Low taxes, low population density, little or no light pollution.

LOCATION

Charleston is West Virginias state capitol and is an easy 90 minute drive from the Brothers 1881 Forest.

Beckley is a 35 minute drive, making amenities nearby. Beckley is located at the intersection of I-77, I-64 and US 19 so easy access to Charlotte, Pittsburgh, Charleston and Cincinnati is just around the corner.

Princeton, the Mercer County seat is 35 minutes drive.

The quaint village of Athens, home to Concord University, is just 20 minutes away.

Historic Lewisburg is located just 90 minutes away with all the charm of a small town and all the amenities of a larger city. The Greenbrier Valley Airport has direct flights to Atlanta and Washington, DC.

Within an hour to two hour drive are located some of the finest recreational facilities in West Virginia. Winterplace Ski Resort (20 minutes), Snowshoe Ski Resort, whitewater rafting / fishing on the Greenbrier, New River and Gauley River, 2000 acre Bluestone Lake, 3000 acre Summersville Lake, 919,000 acre Monongahela National Forest and the 80,000 acre New River National Gorge National Park. Five other area state parks and state forests offer unlimited hiking, horseback riding, ATV riding and rock climbing opportunities.

Google Coordinates are 37.5783436(N), -081.0198745(W)

Internal access is considered excellent since both sides of the property front the state road through the heart of the property along the valley floor. Several old timber trails provide access for recreational opportunities including nature viewing, hiking, horseback riding and ATV riding and access to nice stands of timber.