8323 Herpel Rd, Mountain View, AR 72560 listing details

This is one of those unique properties that captures everything the Ozark Mountains have to offer. With everything going on in the world today, many buyers are placing a priority on the need for live water and being self-sufficient. For the buyer whos interested in living such a rewarding lifestyle, this 55+/- acres has many features needed to do just that. Rocky Bayou is a year-round creek and meanders its way through this peaceful setting. This tract is on both sides of the creek so you can take advantage of all the creek frontage. If that isnt enough water there are 2 springs that pr...oduce enough volume to supply all the water needs on the farm. The main house is cedar log sided with approximately 1954 sq/ft. It has an open living/dining/kitchen area. The living area has 25? ceilings with an 8? wide floor-to-ceiling Rumford fireplace. The custom kitchen has hickory cabinets with pull-outs and lots of counter space. There are 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a loft that could be used for office or sleeping area. The flooring is a combination of hardwood, carpet and tile. The laundry room has lots of storage and a built-in ironing board. The finished basement is a great space with a safe room and a bonus room that could be used for another bedroom, office, storage etc. Large covered porches are on 3 sides and are a great place to relax or have morning coffee. Home is very energy efficient and has CH/A. In the event of a power outage, theres an outside hookup for a generator. One of the most interesting features of this property is a working Grist Mill. Seller says its one of two undershot waterwheel mills in Arkansas. The mill is powered by a spring and the water is reclaimed back into the spring branch. The upper floor of the mill is where the corn is fed into the 24? stones. The lower level has the wood peg gears that drives the mill. This is really something to see! Across the road is a large workshop thats approximately 30? X 60?. The seller has it divided with wood working tools on one side and metal working tools on the other. Shop has electricity, water and concrete floors. It has two covered areas for parking tractors, an ATV or mower. Above the shop is a 24? X 30? living quarter apartment with 1 bedroom and 1 bath with an open living/kitchen area and lots of storage. Sellers lived here for two years while building the main house. The shop and apartment are heated with a forced air central wood burning furnace. Beside the shop is a chicken coop and pen and another lean-to for storage. Theres a barn that is approximately 30? X 40? with a storage loft, half bath, 12? X 28? loafing shed with head chute and attached corrals. It also has a 15? X 30? three sided storage building with corral. The pastures around this barn is fenced and cross fenced. There is also a 300? deep well. This property would make a great permanent residence for the family that loves the outdoors and is seeking a quiet and rewarding lifestyle. It would also make a great church camp or corporate retreat. The opportunities are only limited by your imagination! Show more