1492 Madison 455 , Des Arc, MO 63636(Madison County)

Solitude on The St. Francis

This property is one that can only be found on rare occasions! The Solitude on the St. Francis is an isolated tract of woods, springs and bluffs located in Madison County, Missouri. The unique cabin is in Firebaugh Hollow and sits in front of the ancient Firebaugh Spring, a frequent stop-over for a horse driven carriage making a trek to Fredericktown many many years ago. There are traces of early American habitation also.

The property consists of 260 acres M/L with over 1/2 mile of river frontage. The log cabin itself is breathtaking boasting 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with a full basement and loft. Large windows captivate the beauty all around.

The Solitude is magical in the spring. Virginia bluebells pop up in the shade of the trees of the riverbank. Morel mushrooms are abundant in the spring, chanterelle and several other mushroom species can be easily found. Ginseng is also abundant. Wild rh...