If nature lovers dream of owning a simple cabin with a large forest backdrop in Oswego County, this rustic cabin on a land of about 5 acres in Amboy is an example they might find useful. It is priced at $84,900 and includes a charming cabin that was built in 2004, combined with a large natural backdrop and the opportunity for outdoor activity. It is primarily thought to be a recreational property that is not meant to serve as a permanent home. Therefore, this property suits individuals who enjoy hunting, snowmobiling, hiking, or simply going away from the city life.
The building covers 20 feet in length by 16 feet wide and offers a total floor area of around 384 square feet. The cabin interior consists of a living/kitchen combo area and a bathroom with some extra sleeping space on the second floor. An 8′ x 12′ bedroom can also be included. The entire area is warmed by an old-fashioned wood stove while the walls and ceilings are in Knotty Pine which brings forth a sense of the old camps. A big open veranda around the house which is covered gives you plenty of space where you can set up some gear, take the morning coffee while gazing at the tree tops, or spend the whole evening enjoying the surroundings.
Setting and Outdoor Access
The land with mature trees is natural screening and privacy. At 38 Fisher Trail Road, Amboy is one of the more remote areas of Oswego County where you have plenty of time to relax. One of the best things is that you will hardly come across your neighbors and the woods right outside your house will make you feel very secluded.
This kind of property is a must for the kind of people who enjoy the outdoors. The cabin is right next to a well-maintained snowmobile trail that is easily accessible and riders will be able to make their snowmobile trips without trailer travel. On these same snowmobile and ATV trails, you can probably also go biking, hunting, or walking during the rest of the year. It is the kind of place that will probably make its way back through the seasons just as well as the others without getting lost.
Practical Details to Know
There is a generator to supply power to the cabin but you will not have a septic system installed or water well hook-up. Before the sale, the current owner is not going to connect them. So, it is better that if the person is a potential buyer is made aware of these items beforehand.
This recreational cabin is provided to the public without being a completely turned key and connected home with water/electricity/wastewater/septic services already there or a full septic system that has been prepared and worked out. People who like the idea of managing the generator, planning their water and waste systems and maybe doing this for the first time, will see the current situation as something of a starting point they can manage on their own. Those who want a move-in-ready, ready-to live house, will have to take the extra works and the money required into account before they decide to get this thing.
All the same, the cabin is already very attractive in its state and the bare minimum to live is there. The knotty pine interior, a living space on a high level, a bathroom, and a wood fire make it much more pleasant than most hunting huts that are simply empty. The big veranda is a sheltered space that can be utilized especially in rain and snow. In such price range this property is actually a pretty good example of owning a land with structure and place where you can go and get private nature retreat.
Besides the fact that these details might make some people think twice before purchasing it, there is definitely a great amount of fun and the potential of a really nice house which is also a camp for nature lovers, in the way of this little cabin with some woods.
Who would like to buy this property?
This type of cabin would be ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who want just a simple base without the burden of maintaining an expensive property. Snowmobilers, hunters, and hikers will likely be drawn to this area because of the trails and woods nearby.
A small group or a couple that doesn’t want to get too deep into their time away could probably find the loft and open floor plan quite convenient without much work. People who like doing projects hands- on could see in the well system and septic requirements something to improve over time.
This cabin is not suitable for someone looking for year-round, low-maintenance living with municipal connections. A house here would require some generator-powered electricity plus a well system and septic which would mean quite a bit of owner involvement. This is something that owners in rural New York do often and it’s the reason why buyers who care more about getting away from the crowds and enjoying the great outdoors usually go for it.
Location Context
Amboy is situated in a much quieter corner of Oswego County, just at the right distance from bigger towns for shopping without having to be around heavier traffick for most of the year. A diverse range of activities is possible in the area. Hunting, trail riding, and general outdoor recreation are just a few of them. The snowmobile trail right next to the cabin will definitely be a draw for those who look to go on winter excursions. The five acres of wooded land will also provide easy access to nature.
It’s fairly rare to come by cabin-and-land combo real estate at this price point here. A lot of similar listings either feature raw land, require big investment, or are already completed in the costly way. It is the best kind: it is affordable, private, and just needs minor improvements to become the recreational getaway.
Final Considerations
Prospective purchasers are advised to come down to see first-hand: cabin integrity, woodland ambiance, distance to the snowmobile trails, and others. Verification of well condition, generator set-up, and local codes for septic and electricity will help in establishing realistic expectations. Besides that, the rustic knotty pine interior, and enclosed balcony are also factors to consider whether they will be to their taste the way it is or the camp-style atmosphere that the cabin has will resonate with them.
The 1875 square footage camp on 5 acres in Amboy comes at $84,900 and provides a definite opportunity for one to own a woods retreat in privacy at a very manageable cost for a woodland buyer. Besides offering great seclusion and some personality the cabin also provides solid access for outdoor activities. Those buyers, on the other hand, who are willing to get started with power and system improvements and still get a great camp will find this one as an attractive choice. Call Jeffrey Abulencia if you want to know more about the property or set up a visit to view it. You can reach him at 315-430-3479.
Source: nyoutdoorrealty.com
