The very mention of Southwest Georgia to a sportsman immediately brings to mind visions of quail hunting and longleaf pine. The plantations here are famous for providing the best quail hunting in the country and are visited by sportsmen from around the world. These plantations rarely come on the market and when they do, they attract a lot of interest. Plantation Services is pleased to have the opportunity to offer this fine property for sale.

LOCATION

River South is a hunting plantation situated on the beautiful Alapaha River, one of the most pristine rivers in Georgia.  With it's headwaters in south central Georgia, the Alapaha eludes all cities and meanders primarily through large natural wooded areas.  It is one of the purest and most scenic rivers in the South and the water remains a beautiful "ice tea" color even in the rainy seasons.  The river enters the property over a beautiful stretch of rapids and thereafter flows placidly through the plantation with numerous beach sandbars and inviting coves waiting to be fished and explored.  In the winter "sloughs" invade the low oak and cypress areas of the plantation where ducks provide sporty shooting.  The plantation has over 2.3 miles of frontage on this wonderful stream with roads and trails along the banks.

River South is about 20 miles northwest of Valdosta, Georgia and the city's commercial airport is about a thirty minute drive away.  The plantation has a lighted helicopter pad.  The property is approximately 90 miles west of the well known Sea Island Resort.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

The plantation is comprised of 1,350 contiguous acres of which approximately 1,264 acres are in woodland and 86 acres in fields, open land and ponds.  The woodland contains a mixture of longleaf pines, loblolly pines, beautiful moss hung live oaks and other hardwoods indigenous to the area.  Those many acorn-bearing oaks provide food for all game, including quail, deer, turkey and duck.  There are several fields which can be planted in small grains such as millets and sunflowers for doves and other game.

IMPROVEMENTS

The main hunting lodge is located on a bluff that overlooks the river.  The lodge, built in 1989, contains 6,400+ square feet and includes six bedrooms and six full baths, two half baths, a formal dining area, study, large living room with stone fireplace, large kitchen, laundry and utility room, and a three car garage.  It is completely and tastefully furnished including large leather chairs, sofas, built-in entertainment center and other amenities included in the sale.

Other improvements include a caretaker's house containing 1,140 square feet, stable, dog kennels with bird dogs, trap range, two hunting jeeps, one jeep station wagon, two tractors and other equipment all included.

TIMBER VALUE

The timber has been evaluated (cruised) by a registered forester.  The merchantable (salable) value is approximately $965,687.  A copy of this cruise is available from Plantation Services.

TAX ADVANTAGE

Presently without conservation easments, this exceptional property offers an outstanding investment opportunity.  Substantial tax incentives exist for a buyer willing to restrict future development of such property.

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