RT 9 Box 935 , Gatewood, MO 63942(Ripley County)

304 acre ranch, 266 of which is in grass adjoins several thousand acres of state forest with 7 ponds and several live creeks crossing the land make this tract well watered and a great cattle operation. Multiple springs on the farm, one of which feeds a crystal clear pond just steps away from the 4000 ft cement floor barn. Pasture has been well manicured and fertilized. All fencing is in great shape, along with the 2 working corrals. Journey back in time to 1867 and you will instantly appreciate the american spirit involved in the construction of this authentic, hand hewn log home that has been outiftted with todays modern amenities, but with such detail as to stay era-specific. The 2635 square foot home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, as well as central electric heat and air and an auxilary forced air wood burning stove tucked away neatly in the barnwood embossed mechanical room. Combined with modern insulation and andersen windows, the utilties average a modest 65.00 per month. This one of a kind home is quite the conversation piece, and the owners have went to great lengths to make it comfortable as well as authentic\. Tons of detail everywhere you look. This is truley a rare find, and whether continued to be used as a primary residence or an immaculate guest house, you will fall in love. 'Dry Creek' as it is known to the locals runs through the property most of the year. It has several springs feeding into the stream and offers many great swimming holes for cooling off. Several points on the ranch offer breath taking views and the opportunity to build your dream home. Currently there are 156 head of cows on site, all of which are well documented. Possibilty of negotiating the personal property to make for a turn-key cattle operation. Located in the hills of southeat Missouri and a mile from the nearest neighbor, you can spend your days off on some of our nations finest riverways like The Current and Eleven Point Rivers just a few miles away. Both offer some of the most scenic settings in the world, as well as first class smallmouth bass and trout fishing. Set up your own personal refuge as this property backs up to Fourche Creek conservation area. Enjoy some of the finest deer and turkey hunting, or take a hike right in your back yard. High speed internet available. Taxes were a whopping 645.00 in 2009. 126 foot well has it's own pump house that currently pulls double duty as a workout room. Enjoy the sunset each afternoon on the weatherproof back deck. Good gravel fond in all creeks.

Please note. Listing agent must be present to show. Pre-qualification certificate required to schedule a personal showing. Listing agent has many photos available for email upon request.