Welcome to one of the most elite sporting properties in the American South, Sweet Apple Farms. A remarkable 2,887± acre contiguous estate located in the heart of the legendary Alabama Black Belt in Sumter County, Alabama. Nearly four decades of intentional stewardship, disciplined wildlife management, and trophy genetics cultivation have transformed this property into a true legacy holding where scale, water, habitat, and infrastructure converge in rare harmony. Conveniently located less than two hours from Birmingham and under three hours from Mobile, Sweet Apple Farms offers both seclusion and ease of access, an increasingly uncommon combination for a property of this magnitude. This is not simply land; it is a generational sporting estate built with purpose and vision.
Renowned for first class trophy whitetail deer hunting, the property has been meticulously stewarded to consistently ...
Renowned for first class trophy whitetail deer hunting, the property has been meticulously stewarded to consistently produce exceptional deer, positioning it among the most respected private sporting properties in the region. Complementing its deer program is extraordinary bass fishing across more than 200 acres of water, including 20+ ponds and five intensively managed trophy lakes ranging from 20 to 40+ acres. These waters have produced multiple bass exceeding 12 pounds, reflecting decades of disciplined management.
Beyond deer and bass, Sweet Apple Farms offers a well rounded wingshooting experience. Wild coveys of quail thrive across the property, supported by ideal habitat. Dove hunting is excellent, turkey populations are strong, and waterfowl opportunities further diversify the sporting appeal. An additional 8-acre duck impoundment with riser boards and controlled flooding capability further enhances waterfowl habitat and seasonal hunting opportunities.
The agricultural component is equally compelling, with 150+ acres of irrigated fields supporting a multi-use cattle operation creating a productive balance between income generation, conservation, and recreation.
At the heart of the estate stands a stunning 9,000± square-foot custom-built lodge designed for both luxury and functionality. Featuring 10 bedrooms, 6 full baths and 1 half bath, a commercial kitchen, walk in freezer and cooler, dedicated BBQ pits, a deer processing facility, and a professional walk in game cooler, the lodge is ideally suited for private family use, corporate retreats, or hosting elite hunting parties. Additional improvements include a manager’s home, multiple guest cabins, large metal equipment buildings, a conference center, horse stables, a 12-station sporting clays range, and multiple grain bins making this a fully turnkey operation.
Sweet Apple Farms represents the rare intersection of size, water resources, wildlife quality, agricultural productivity, and refined accommodations. SAF is an estate nearly impossible to replicate in today’s market. For the serious sportsman, land investor, or legacy minded buyer, this is a once in a generation opportunity to own a cornerstone property in one of America’s most storied sporting regions.
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