18.74 Acres in Mena, AR - $675,000

Shady Outpost

Located just 15 minutes south of Mena in the Shady Mountain. Property is 18.74 acres nestled in the breathtaking mountains, bordered by the Ouachita National Forest, and has the Cossatot River along its edge.

The original home was built in 1950, but the owners have put a lot of love and care into every detail of remodeling and updating this modern cabin. Offering 3 bedrooms, each with its own bath, plus a half bath for guests. The 2512 square foot home allows open space for gatherings yet is also comfortable and cozy for quiet relaxation if desired. So many extra touches making this a special place to relax and enjoy nature.

Living room has an amazing rock fireplace with rustic wood mantle. Walls and ceilings are beautifully covered in wood planks, some natural and others with nice light finish that goes so well with the natural colors in flooring and cabinetry. Color scheme is carried out throughout home, giving it a streamlined, clean, and inviting feel. Spacious eat-in kitchen allows for family gathering without the cook being separated from their family and guests. Master suite is downstairs with a sitting area, master bath and an exterior door leading out to deck. Two bedrooms and 2 baths upstairs with a walkway for an upstairs coffee bar. In each room of the house there are many large windows allowing for natural light as well as visual access to the beauty and nature outside.

Exterior access to steel framed deck from living room allows for enjoyment of about an additional 1000 square foot of living space. A wonderful spot for morning coffee and evening sunsets. An inviting and relaxing spot to catch up with family and friends, an opportunity to enjoy the serenity of listening to the birds and watching wildlife in the field. There is also an awesome front porch.

Currently known as Shady Outpost, a cabin rental on AIRBNB. Home and property offer a wide range of options suited for outdoor enthusiasts, adventure seekers and nature lovers looking to unplug in the Ouachita National Forest. Conveniently situated between the West and South trailheads of Wolf Pen Gap ATV Trails, offering more than 40 miles of trails, high mountain vistas and scenic loops. Eagle Mountain and Queen Wilhelmina are just minutes away.

Additional Features:

. Energy efficient home with on-demand water heater. As well as a 40-gallon holding tank which helps warm the 57 degree well water, helping the water heater for efficiency.

. Macerator system installed for plumbing which helps to break down waste before it is run through the septic.

. Ultraviolet whole house water filtration.

. Multiple Bosch mini-split, zoned units for heating and air. A better quality of air and better comfort control.

. Additional 200 AMP service for possible additional construction.

. Finished, detached rock garage/shop with lean-to barn and greenhouse.

. 20kw generator with transfer switch.

. 2 water wells, and a new septic system.

Directions

Hwy 375 South of Mena to Shady Mountain, take a right onto Polk Road 630, just a few feet, up the hill, driveway on right. Gate with decorative wood fencing.