5353 N. US 231, Spencer, Indiana 47460 , Spencer, IN 47460(Owen County)

Ever dream of living a peaceful, simple life off the grid? Then this mixed use residential, recreational, and farm property is for you. Zoned for agricultural use, this 43 acre property, once the site of the Sweet Owen Campground, provides many opportunities to fully experience this lifestyle just minutes north of Spencer, Indiana, in beautiful Owen County. The tract contains 35 acres of beautiful woodlands, 26 of which are under forest reserve classification, perfect for hiking trails and bird watching. The woodlands were selectively logged in 2014. It serves as a forest habitat boasting tulip poplars, red oaks, beech, walnut, and sugar maples. To say that it hosts trophy whitetail deer, turkey, and small game would be an understatement. The homestead and related outbuildings are situated adjacent to a 5-acre pasture, which allows you to grow your own vegetables or easily maintain livestock. An Amish-built 48x56 pole barn is the perfect place to store all farm equipment, as well as home grown hay. It also provides ample room for the much-needed workshop. Also on-site is a 720 sf greenhouse, which the current owner has used year-round to grow and maintain vegetables. An 11x32 bunkhouse, a 13x21 woodshed, and the 12x12 solar shed rounds out the set of outbuildings. The sole source of farm power comes from a state-of-the-art solar power system, supported by (8) 230-watt solar panels. This power source supplies power to the home, the pole building, and the bunkhouse. So no electricity bill every month! The dwelling is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1144 sf manufactured home that could easily be converted back to having conventional electrical and heating systems if desired. The owner has added a 26x32 multi-purpose room on the end that houses the wood-burning water heating system. Water is heated via a wood-burning unit, where the water flows into the main 40-gal holding tank. The water is then diverted into a 120-gal auxiliary pressurized holding tank. The owner is willing to provide a propane water heater if requested. An herb garden near the residence supplies an interesting assortment of herbs, which includes sage, basil, oregano, garlic, and comfrey. So if you've ever dreamed of living and experiencing a truly satisfying, simple, peaceful life away from the hustle and bustle of suburban living, this is your chance. Call Mark Boswell at 765-720-2166 for a private showing. It's move-in ready for you!