Location: This property is nestled in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest in a beautiful valley setting between Lenox Ridge and the Winding Stair Mountain Range to the North and the majestic Kiamichi Mountain Range to the South. The North property boundary is Billy Creek, which is a year-round source of crystal-clear water that provides recreational opportunities for fishing and kayaking. The East property boundary fronts a paved county-maintained road (Billy Creek Road). This property is less than 1/4 mile from the 1.5 million acre Ouachita National Forest, which provides direct access to hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, eastern wild turkey, black bear, wild hog and other small game as well as direct access to an impressive network of ATV, hiking and horseback riding trails that are operated and maintained by the US Forest Service. This property is 1 mile southwest of...
Location: This property is nestled in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest in a beautiful valley setting between Lenox Ridge and the Winding Stair Mountain Range to the North and the majestic Kiamichi Mountain Range to the South. The North property boundary is Billy Creek, which is a year-round source of crystal-clear water that provides recreational opportunities for fishing and kayaking. The East property boundary fronts a paved county-maintained road (Billy Creek Road). This property is less than 1/4 mile from the 1.5 million acre Ouachita National Forest, which provides direct access to hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, eastern wild turkey, black bear, wild hog and other small game as well as direct access to an impressive network of ATV, hiking and horseback riding trails that are operated and maintained by the US Forest Service. This property is 1 mile southwest of the Billy Creek Campground area. Nearby towns include Broken Bow, Hochatown, Talihina and Poteau, which is the county seat. Broken Bow Lake, which offers some of the best fishing in Oklahoma, is only a short 30 minute drive away to the South. Sardis Lake, Cedar Lake and Wister Lake are only minutes away as well. The Talimena Scenic Drive is five miles North of the Cabin. The property is a 1.5 hour drive from Fort Smith, Arkansas and about 3.5 hours from Dallas, Texas. Physical address for the property is 58215 Billy Creek Road; Muse, OK 74949.
Services to Property: Electricity, rural water, telephone line, propane delivery and conventional septic system.
Land: The cabin sits on 1 acre (m/l) of level land that is covered with mature trees that are native to South eastern Oklahoma including redbud, hickory, white oak, sweet gum, red oak, eastern red cedar and native shortleaf yellow pine. Wildlife are frequently seen on this property.
Access: This property has legal and all-weather access by means of a paved county-maintained road (Billy Creek Road).
Cabin: The cabin was originally constructed in 1987 according to the County Assessors records and includes 965 square feet of heated and cooled living space with a large bedroom, bathroom, living room, kitchen, dining room and office space. The exterior of the cabin has new low maintenance 26 gauge coloured metal on the roof and exterior walls with vinyl siding in the soffit areas. The cabin has a new dual head mini split HVAC system, new PEX plumbing, new electric tankless on-demand hot water heater and new wood colored vinyl wood flooring through out. Approximate room dimensions are given below:
Living Room: 15 feet x 15.5 feet This room would be a cozy place to spend the evening. There is a free-standing wood burning radiant type stove in the corner. The walls are covered in rustic wood coloured panelling and the floors are covered in wood colored vinyl wood flooring. This area has a built-in entertainment centre. The living room is open to the kitchen area.
Kitchen: 8.5 feet x 15 feet - The kitchen has nice solid oak cabinetry with Formica counter tops. The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator, microwave oven, dish washer, gas stove, vent hood and trash compactor. There is a bar area open to the living room with room for two bar stools. There is a wine rack and custom wood shelving in the kitchen/living room area.
Kitchen Table Area: 8 feet x 7.5 feet There is a room for a small kitchen table. This room has two sets of windows with views toward Billy Creek.
Bedroom: 15.5 feet x 14.5 feet The bedroom has rustic tongue and groove white pine on the ceiling and the walls are covered in wood colored paneling. There is a wood burning stove in the corner of the bedroom and several windows with wood blinds that can be opened for a view towards Billy Creek. The bedroom has doors that open to a new back deck that measures 8 feet wide x 24 feet long and also a set of doors that open to a 6 foot x 21 foot front porch. There is a 5.5 feet x 6.5 feet walk-in closet with loft storage area at the side of the bedroom.
Back Deck: 8 feet x 24 feet - The bedroom has a set of doors that open to a back deck. This deck is new construction. This is a great place to set in the early morning and evening. The sound of flowing water down Billy Creek is very relaxing and peaceful.
Office: 7.5 feet x 14.5 feet - There is an office area at the side of the bedroom. There is a window in the office area with blinds that can be opened up to view Billy Creek. There is built-in wall shelving and lighting.
Bathroom: 8 feet x 8 feet The bathroom has a corner shower unit with glass doors, sink and wood vanity with lighting and toilet.
Front Porch: 8 feet wide x 24 feet long The front porch has a view toward Billy Creek Road. There is a wooden porch swing.
Comments: This is the ideal setting for a relaxing and peaceful weekend getaway from city life or even a full-time residence. No traffic, no hurrying, just simple life away from the hectic city. This is a very unique property that provides access to both Billy Creek and the Ouachita National Forest Recreational Area. This cabin offers Off the Porch access to the 4-wheeler, side by side and hiking trails on the National Forest. This cabin can easily be rented out on a part time basis for a secondary source of income if desired.