223 Delargy Lane , Hinton, WV 25951(Summers County)

In the mountains of Wild Wonderful West Virginia, with magnificent mountain views, sits a 680 sq ft house with full basement situated on an approximately 45-acre homestead farm with fields and wooded acreage. This beautiful property can be used as a cattle, goat or horse farm, or with its abundance of wildlife, it can be a hunter's paradise. Elk Knob Little Farm offers spectacular views of the surrounding farm fields and gorgeous mountains and creates a secluded and peaceful environment that must be experienced to appreciate. Only minutes from the mighty New River and the Hatfield and Mccoy Trails, it gives you the opportunity to spend your day fishing, boating or riding your ATV on the trails. The small spring-fed creek lends to the peaceful atmosphere. This property has a mixture of hardwood ready to be harvested. There is so much potential to this property. While the house does need some work, it has potential for a hunters cabin or remodeled into a forever home. Elk Knob Little Farm is a must see for those that are looking for those amazing views and peaceful atmosphere of the mountains of Wild Wonderful West Virginia.

LOCATION

Google Coordinates: 37.671304(N), -80.866753(W)

Address: 223 DeLargy Lane, Hinton, WV 25951

Elevation Range: 2212 ft. to 2530 ft. +/-

FOREST/TIMBER RESOURCES

This property has approximately 30 Acres of desirable timber which is composed of some high-quality Appalachian Hardwoods. This well-maintained timber resource can provide a great deal of flexibility to the next ownership in the terms of potential harvest revenue and can be managed to provide cash flow opportunities to offset holding cost and long-term asset appreciation.

AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES

There are approximately 10 acres of open ground suitable for multiple use including:

The grassland is suitable for yearly livestock grazing or for making hay.

The open land has historically been used for grazing cattle, sheep, livestock forage.

The land is very suitable for growing row crops such as corn, oats, wheat, pumpkins and all kinds of vegetables

A fruit orchard would also flourish here. Some scattered fruit trees can be found dating back to the early days of the farm.

The production of Maple Syrup is popular in this region, and the farm has the maple tree resource to produce gallons of high-grade syrup.

Growing hemp is also gaining ground as an agriculture crop.

Making honey is also a well-established Industry in the area.

WILDLIFE

Elk knob little farm is an ideal wildlife preserve. The property is surrounded by farm fields, and there is a stream that runs along the edge of the property with several springs on the property. Also, the Appalachian hardwood forest and the use of constant and adherence management goals have promoted overall wildlife Health. The property has a mixture of mature hardwood species. The diversity of tree species, coupled with the abundance of water supply and numerous fields around the property create a perfect wildlife habitat. The edge effect created between creeks, hollows, ridges, and rock outcroppings on and around the property benefit all the residential wildlife. Whitetail deer, black bear, wild turkey, squirrels, rabbits, bobcats, raccoon, foxes and many species of songbirds, owls, and raptors make up a resident wildlife population. The hardwood forest provides the essential nutrient source and produces tons of hardwood mass which include acorns, Hickory nuts, Beechnut. a hunters or a nature enthusiast paradise.

WATER FEATURES

There are several springs on the property which could be developed. One spring feeds a small pond. This pond would need to be cleaned out.

SELF-SUSTAINING LIFE OFF THE GRID

Just like 200 years ago, when the first mountaineers settled the area, the property can be self-sustaining in times of necessity - even without on-grid electricity.

Fresh water for drinking and cooking could come from drilling a well (hand drawing water from the well using a cylinder well bucket) and developing mountain springs.

Solar or wind could also be a source of off grid electricity.

The nearby rivers, creeks and forest would provide fresh food (fish, deer, and turkey).

There is plenty of land that could be cleared up and used to raise livestock of all kinds (chickens, pigs, cows, sheep, goats, rabbits etc.) and could be farmed with horse drawn equipment. The land would support vegetable gardens, berry patches, fruit orchards, and row crops of corn, oats and barley.

Beehives would provide honey and beeswax for candles.

The forest would provide building lumber, firewood for heating-cooking, and pounds of nuts and mushrooms.

FOREST FARMING

The most common crops are medicinal herbs and mushrooms. Other crops that can be produced include shade-loving native ornamentals, moss, fruit, nuts, other food crops, and decorative materials for crafts. These crops are often referred to as special forest products.

Here are some specific examples of crops in each category:

Medicinal herbs: Ginseng, goldenseal, black cohosh, bloodroot, passionflower, and mayapple

Mushrooms: Shiitake and oyster mushrooms

Native ornamentals: Rhododendrons and dogwood

Moss: Log or sheet moss

Fruit: Pawpaws, currants, elderberries, and lowbush blueberries

Nuts: Black walnuts, hazelnuts, hickory nuts, and beechnuts

Other food crops: Ramps (wild leeks), maple syrup, and honey

Plants used for decorative purposes, dyes, and crafts: Galax, princess pine, white oak, pussy willow branches in the spring, holly, bittersweet, and bloodroot and ground pine (Lycopodium)

MINERAL RESOURCES

All rights the owner has in title will convey with the property.

BOUNDARIES AND SURVEY

The property is being sold by the boundary and not by the acre.

UTILITIES

Water: Well on property

Sewer: Private septic system has been installed

Electricity: On the property - Appalachian Power

Telephone: Available through Frontier

Internet: Available through Frontier, or satellite provider

Cellphone Coverage: Very good

ACCESS/FRONTAGE

The property is accessed by DeLargy Lane that connects to Elk Knob Road Rt. 9.

ZONING

Summers County currently has no known zoning or subdivision regulations. However, all prospective buyers should consult the County Government and also the Health Department for any changes and details regarding zoning, building codes, and installation of water wells and septic systems.

PROPERTY TYPE/USE SUMMARY

The property is comprised of the farm home grounds, some farm fields, and forestland.

(This is an estimation of current property use as determined from aerial photography. It is made subject to the estimation of property boundaries and any errors in the interpretation of land use type from the aerial photography utilized.)

DEED and TAX INFORMATION

Deed Information: Part of DB 202 Pg. 589

Summers County, West Virginia

Acreage: 44 Acres 10 Poles +/- (44.06 Acres)

Real Estate Tax ID/Taxes:

Summers County (45), West Virginia

Greenbrier District (2)

Tax Map 6 Parcel 69; Class 2

Account 02-9999-00000502; Class 3

2025 Total Real Estate Taxes: $489.90

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Summers County School District

Public Elementary School:

Hinton Area Elementary School

Public Middle School:

6-12 Summers County Comprehensive High School

Public High School:

6-12 Summers County Comprehensive High School

Colleges:

Concord University, New River Community, WVU Tech

ON-PROPERTY RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

The property offers unparalleled recreational opportunities. Numerous soft recreational activities are anchored by the proximity to the Greenbrier River, New River, Bluestone Lake, Lake Moomaw, Lake Anna, Bluestone River, and Summersville Lake.

Nature viewing is first in line of recreational activities. Attentive wildlife management has been geared not to just game animals. Equal consideration has been extended to increasing the numbers and diversity of species including neo-tropical songbirds, butterflies, turtles, frogs, rabbits, chipmunks, dragonflies, owls, and hawks.

Stargazing-Planet Observation

Complete or near darkness can still be found on most of the property, thereby affording the opportunity to view the night sky in all its brilliant wonder.

Water-sports enthusiasts will find the nearby Greenbrier River and New River ideal for swimming, canoeing, fishing, kayaking, tubing, snorkeling, paddle boarding and windsurfing.

Shooting-sports devotees find all the land and privacy needed to enjoy:

Paintball-Airsoft-Laser Tag-Archery tag

Shotgun sport shooting including Skeet, Trap, Double Trap and Sporting Clays

Rifle & Handgun shooting: bullseye, silhouette, western, bench rest, long-range, fast draw

Archery and Crossbow competition shooting

Plain ole plinking: Grandpas old 22 single shot rifle and a few tin cans make a fun day

All Terrain Motorsports

The property is perfect for experiencing the property from an ATV or UTV. Riders are welcome to ride all public roads that do not have a painted dividing line and there are miles and miles of open roads in the area. These exciting machines handle the wide variety of the forests terrain.

Dirt bikes can also be a lot of fun and they come in all sizes and horsepower to fit anyone who enjoys the adrenaline rush offered on forest trails.

Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding and Hiking

The land may be used for mountain biking, hiking or horseback riding and the area offers several state and national parks geared for these activities.

Hunting is a first-class experience. White tail deer, black bear, red/gray fox, bobcat, wild turkey, grouse, duck, squirrel, raccoon, fox and rabbit make up the resident wildlife population. It is hard to find a property that has a better mix of wildlife.

CARBON SEQUESTRATION

The property is a tremendous producer of Oxygen and a the capturing Carbon. Carbon Sequestration is the act of processing carbon dioxide through sinks and stores and releasing them into the atmosphere as oxygen. The vigorously growing forest is sequestering thousands of tons of Carbon Dioxide each per year and producing thousands of tons of Oxygen as well. The grasses in the pastures offer the same benefits as the forest do.