This exceptional 180 acre property, known as the "Crown Jewel" of Iowa County, has been meticulously developed over three decades into a natural paradise. The landscape features strategically placed food plots, vibrant wildflowers, and a diverse array of treesincluding apple, pine, spruce, cedar, oak, plum, dogwood, cranberry, hazelnut, and approximately 25,000 other carefully selected plants, trees, and shrubs.
Located within the coveted Core Area of the DNR Southwest Wisconsin Savanna, this property transforms agricultural land into protective prairie and waterways. It boasts freshwater springs and marshlands and serves as a vital migration flyway for numerous bird species.
Wildlife enthusiasts will be captivated by the diverse inhabitants of the property, including majestic Bald Eagles, rare songbirds, elegant Sandhill Cranes, elusive Whitetail Deer, Wild Pheasants, Turkey, Badger...
Wildlife enthusiasts will be captivated by the diverse inhabitants of the property, including majestic Bald Eagles, rare songbirds, elegant Sandhill Cranes, elusive Whitetail Deer, Wild Pheasants, Turkey, Badgers, and more. Notably, this area is home to some of Wisconsin's first F1-reintroduced Wild Pheasants. The Laxey Creek Watershed, designated as a Class 1 Trout Stream, runs the entire property length, enhancing its ecological significance.
Financially, this property is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, generating over $27,000 annually from the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), providing a reliable income stream. The farm has three CRP contracts expiring in 2032, with an annual income of $27,520. The first contract consists of 7.70 acres, with a yearly payment of $2,274 or $295.26 per acre. The second contract comprises 60.74 acres, with an annual payment of $19,128 or $314.91 per acre. The final CRP contract consists of 24.59 acres, with an annual payment of $6,118 or $248.82 per acre.
The property is ideal for hunters to pursue Whitetails, Turkeys, Pheasants, and other small game. It offers a well-managed habitat conducive to consistent hunting success with open areas for food plots, diverse cover, water sources, and heavily timbered draws. Multiple access points and varied topography allow numerous hunting setups tailored to different wind directions.
Nature lovers will relish the property's versatility, experiencing the beauty of all four Wisconsin seasonsfrom blooming trees and wildflowers in spring to vibrant fall colors and serene winter landscapes.
Prepare to fall in love with this rare opportunity. Properties of this caliber in Iowa County are a true findconsider yourself fortunate, as such remarkable real estate rarely reaches the market!