300 S Beech Street , Leavenworth, IN 47137(Crawford County)

REAL ESTATE: A once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase a nostalgic 24.92 +/- acre tract of land that has nearly 2000 +/- of Ohio & Little Blue River frontage. This secluded property is tucked away in southern Crawford County in the small Ohio River town of Alton. This hidden property includes the original Peckinpaugh Mansion that was built in 1860 by Abraham N. Peckinpaugh of the Peckinpaugh-Harrison & Cos Mill. The home has fallen into disrepair but was a grand two-story Queen Anne style Victorian home with 3000+ SF. This estate type property lays very well, includes 950+ of Ohio River frontage, 950+ of Little Blue River frontage, easily accessible river frontage, & Walnut & Pecan groves. Modern structures include: small elevated cabin with second floor loft & covered front porch; shelter house (includes shower, commode, & sink) & observatory deck built at the corner of the mouth of Little Blue River; and small replica log built style structure. This property lends itself for the ultimate estate style home overlooking the Ohio River or an excellent candidate for a private recreational weekend getaway!

PECKINPAUGH MANSION HISTORY: Built by Abraham Nicholas Peckinpaugh (1839-1912) approximately 1860. Who lived there until the 1937 Flood, then property was sold to the Woods Family who lived there until the mid-1990s.

PECKINPAUGH HARRISON & COs MILL HISTORY: Founded at the close of the Civil War by Abraham Nicholas Peckinpaugh, George R. Peckinpaugh, John I. Peckinpaugh, & Thomas Harrison. It was situated on the Ohio River near the mouth of the Little Blue River. When built, it was one of the most extensive manufactories of its kind in the entire state of Indiana. The Novelty Dept created such things as mantels and all the material for finishing the finest houses. Later production changed to furniture, wheels for cane carts, & sent several flat bottom boats of lumber south on the Ohio River. Operation ceased approximately 1915.

TOWN OF ALTON HISTORY: The Town of Alton situated on the Ohio River was founded in 1838. By 1889 Alton could boast of a school, two churches (a Baptist church and a Methodist church), a number of business houses and residences and the Indiana Oak Mills which was the largest manufactory in the county at that time. White Sulphur Well located about six miles from Alton boasted healing properties and drew people to this area. It was stated to be one of the most romantic spots on earth in Greshams 1889 history of the county. The well resulted when an attempt was made to sink a well for petroleum, but struck a vein of Sulphur water instead. During the late 1800s this type of water was sought for its medicinal properties. People would drink and bathe in it, so many would be drawn to travel to the area for this purpose. As a result, a large and luxurious hotel, owned by the Boyd Brothers was opened to serve visitors to this resort area, which also boasted the finest fishing and hunting in the neighborhood. Altons population in 2000, per the U.S. Census Bureau, was reported to consist of 53 people.

RIVER FRONTAGE/ACCESS/POTENTIAL DIVISIONS: Property includes 957 +/- of Ohio River frontage & 958 +/- of Little Blue frontage. Access if from Beech St. Property is eligible for multiple splits. No Little Blue River restrictions in Crawford County.