Retreat with Lodge & Three Cabins Bordering Shawnee State Forest

Imagine this: in the hills of southeastern Ohio, you have a retreat like no other-a place that evokes the nostalgia and beauty of iconic vacation spots like Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The only noises you'll hear are those of nature. This 3,600 square foot barndominium is split between a large workshop and a cozy one-bedroom, one-bathroom living quarters with top-of-the-line finishes. It comes fully furnished and equipped, including two ATVs, a New Holland tractor, a finish mower, and many attachments. It's as turnkey as it gets. This serene residence offers the peace and quiet of the mountains, situated over 225 yards from the road. Trail cameras have captured abundant wildlife at your doorstep, with a rich history of white-tailed deer, turkey, and other creatures. This property has recently served as both a retreat and a wildlife sanctuary, with no hunting allowed by the current owners or any lessees. Across the road, you'll find the contiguous 52,000+ acres of Shawnee State Forest, with a lodge just down the road and Conley's Run trailhead as your neighbor. This area is notable not just for backpack hikers but also for significant horse traffic, showcasing the beauty of southeastern Ohio. The property begins with a gated entry and a convenient bridge crossing, leading you to what is referred to as the "front 10." This quiet area, with grassy spots perfect for tent camping and peaceful relaxation, is where the stone-covered driveway leads towards the lodge and cabin areas. Additional camper parking is available in the vicinity of both the cabin and lodge areas. Beyond the potential for a hunting retreat, this property spans approximately 145 acres according to modern technology but is recorded at 128 +/- acres through county records. It lays large, with perimeter trails accessible by any 4x4 vehicle and also horse accessible. The current owners are no strangers to hard work, having created all trails with their own hands and equipment. Meticulously maintained is no understatement: as a tree falls, it gets cut up, picked up, and repurposed through the sawmill. Outside of constructing some small trees during the trail system creation, no standing timber has been cut in over ten years, leaving most trees with great maturity. The shop serves as functional storage, a workshop, and a gathering place. The barndominium's interior boasts custom-tailored features such as a rock wall backdrop, rustic-themed rough sawed boards, and granite countertops with full-height cabinets that extend to the ceiling. It also includes a large supply room/pantry, embodying the design ideals of homesteading and off-the-grid living in the peace and quiet of nature. For those seeking a family hunting retreat, the current owners envisioned this property offering three additional cabins and a shower house. The first cabin is fully operational with a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. The second cabin includes a coffee bar, service bunk space, and enough room on the ground floor for a full-size or bigger mattress or a bunk bed set. The third cabin is a designated bunkhouse, while the fourth is a designated shower house. This four-cabin setup is relatively close together, featuring a community dog kennel, fire pit, and picnic area, just a few hundred feet from the main lodge. Other key features of the property include topography that presents no extremely challenging terrain for most 4x4 riders, while also leveling out in multiple places, making it great for gardening or deer habitat enhancement alike. The serenity and distinct location of this property, combined with all the features included, create a great opportunity to generate income through short-term stays or venue and event rentals. It could serve as a camp for youth or team-building events, a wedding retreat, or a hunting camp. Currently, it serves a cherished family getaway. Additionally, it features a family-style shooting range and an abundance of marketable timber.