A strong candidate for those seeking to diversify their portfolio, while taking advantage of a recreational opportunity in the southern Finger Lakes this home with large acreage deserves a look. Minutes from Watkins Glen, this sprawling property includes a three bedroom, two bath raised ranch home with a large sun light filled family room and open kitchen. Below grade is a spacious walk out family room and several other rooms that could be used as bedrooms. The home is secretly perched above the valley below where you can find recreational opportunities at Cliffside State Forest or the trout-stocked waters of Cayuta Creek. Throughout the scenic and serene land there is a diverse mix of hard and soft wood stands of trees that include oak, maple, birch, beech, ash, aspen, poplar and numerous conifers. Several open grass fields create excellent spots to develop food plots for deer hunting with excellent positions for treestands or blinds. Leading up the topography from the house is an brushy hillside in various stages of growth, perfectly suited as habitat for a wide variety of wildlife including deer, bear, turkey, small game and songbirds. Several trail systems snake their way through the property to provide excellent access to its various reaches. Close to the amazing amenities and various opportunities provided by Watkins Glen, Ithaca, Horseheads/Elmira giving a feeling to respite while not being too far out from significant advantages of civilization. The sellers have done extensive research into the viability of natural gas production and storage as well as salt mining presenting possible investment opportunities. Home is being sold as is and is in need or some renovations. Contact us today to learn more about this unique offering. Please note: seller requires all buyers to present proof of funds or proof of pre-qualification to schedule a showing and also requires a licensed real estate agent be present for all showings.