Old Enon Plantation 1330 +/- Acres – Hardeman County ...

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Old Enon Plantation 1,330 +/- Acres – Hardeman County, TN

Old Enon Plantation Located 1 Hour from Memphis Old Enon takes you back to a time when sharecropper shacks dotted cotton fields and cypress-clad mule barns stood stately at pasture edges. Upon your arrival at Old Enon, your mind immediately relaxes as you take in the surroundings. From the moss covered oaks lining old Enon Lane, to the bluffs overlooking McKinnie Creek, the landscape welcomes you with a vast greeting. Available for the first time in generations, Old Enon is one of the finest plantations in West TN. The current owners have been dedicated to wildlife conservation and preserving the vast natural resources of the property. By leaving the towering oaks and limiting recreational access, the family has developed a peaceful refuge with some of the finest sporting opportunities in the area.

The Hickory Valley area is well known for its fertile soils which produce strong crop yields and an abundance of wildlife. These natural characteristics are further enhanced by the like-minded neighbors surrounding Old Enon. There are approximately 10,000 contiguous acres controlled by 6 families. It is extremely rare to find such large tracts of private ownership in West TN and it clearly has a positive impact on the quality of the wildlife. During an afternoon deer hunt it is not uncommon to see 30-40 deer while on the stand and opportunities at deer in the 140” to 150” class are a real possibility. The vast hardwood stands provide a scenic place to turkey hunt and help hold flocks on the property year round. As an investment, Old Enon is a Class “A” asset with a stable annual income stream from row crop operations. One of the largest farm fields has been improved with pivot irrigation to increase productivity and the current tenant, who owns the pivot, has a long history on the property. With over 500 acres of hardwood timber and 539 acres of cropland, the farm boasts tremendous natural resources. The hardwood timber could also be harvested to generate income or remain for future generations. From a conservation standpoint, the property has noteworthy ecological significance. Old Enon sits in the heart of the Wolf River watershed. McKinnie Creek, the main waterway on the property, is one of the largest tributaries of the N. Fork of the Wolf River. The positive impact to water quality coupled with the large size of the property makes Old Enon an excellent easement opportunity that should attract conservation organizations. The tax benefit related to a conservation easement is a great wealth building tool that should be considered.

There are other less publicized benefits that Old Enon could provide as a family investment: In the ever changing world we live in with escalating social issues, terrorism, and natural phenomena many families are seeking properties to hold as a safe refuge outside of the major metropolitan areas in case events should escalate. Old Enon offers a private environment with significant water resources and large acreage of fertile cropland where you could develop a sustainable farm operation and live independently. The added security of knowing your family has a place to go with scale to be selfsufficient is quite valuable to many families. In summary, Old Enon offers the chance to own one of the largest plantations in Hardeman County. The property has significant farm income, unlimited recreational opportunities, and vast hardwood timber stands. The area surrounding the property is known for quality wildlife and the large landownership patterns truly provide the opportunity for trophy wildlife management. Call 901 871 4450 to arrange a private showing today! Property Statistics: 1,330+/- total acres  539 +/- acres of tillable  520/- acres hardwood timber  195+/- acres of CRP  71 +/- acres of pasture/open land/roads, etc  4 +/- acres of lakes/ponds  Tenant owned pivot irrigation (125+/- acres)  Excellent deer and turkey hunting  Significant hardwood timber value  Pole barn for equipment storage  Excellent home sites with expansive views  Miles of riding trails  Conservation easement potential

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