The days when it was easy to find a remote patch of New York countryside with an already built cabin and good hunting are a thing of the past. Now most land-for-sale listings are either empty dirt without any structures or they are so overpriced as to be out of range for a simple weekend getaway seeker. This 5.9-acre parcel in Deer Meadows of Smyrna gives not only a secluded, well-kept cabin in wooded area of Chenango County but that, to boot, it’s priced just at $69, 900.
Visually, this piece of real estate really has that remote feeling. Most of the gently undulating land is just a thick carpet of mature hardwood trees and a seasonal road that leads to this private place keeps casual drivers away. The cabin has a nice-sized clearing around it which gives you an open space for a fire pit or even a seating area without having to clear any forest area. The land beyond that, however, remains thick covered forest that is a perfect environment for whitetail deer, turkey, and grouse. For people who prefer privacy and tranquility rather than manicured lawns, this layout would be ideal.
Inside the Cabin
This is a 16x 28-foot cabin constructed in 2005. The main livable area is about 448 sq. ft. besides the sleeping loft on the second floor.
With wood walling, ceiling fans, and cathedral ceilings, the interior space does the magic of making the place seem spacious. As for the winters, a propane wall heater comes to the rescue. However, it’s better if the heat source could be switched in case of fuel shortage.
With some beds tucked inside, the upstairs loft could serve as a common place for a family weekend or even as a hunting friend’s lodging. On the first floor, a full bath with a shower has been a rare feature in cabins that are remote. And a kitchen with everything a propane stove, sink, etc. is very functional. The water is stored in the tank and is pressure controlled. As power supply is from a generator, the cabin is entirely self-reliant.
It all adds up without being too complicated, but, as the case, the user is responsible for fuel, batteries, and the like. It’s the kind of autonomy that many will value, though.
Land, Wildlife, and Recreation
Hunting, fishing & snowmobile/ATV riding are all recreational activities that can be had within minutes of the cabin. The land of 5.9 acres with a heavy cover of hardwoods is a perfect natural sanctuary as well as hunting ground for a good range of wildlife. In this area of northern part of the southern tier it has been quite common to find deer trails, turkey sign, or small game traces. Also, being so close (minutes’ drive) to public land, you can easily reach it with no need for a lengthy drive. Depending on the season and availability, this also means that one can fish, snowmobile, or ride an ATV around.
The clearing around the cabin is small but functional. It provides area for a vehicle, a pile of logs or firewood, or you can just sit there, outside, enjoying the openness of space without feeling boxed in by trees. The current owner might like to make some minor changes such as, enlarge the clearing a bit, build a separate workshop or store the logs in the shed instead.
Location and Practical Information
Smyrna is located in relatively less populated central New York area. There are several towns such as Norwich, Hamilton, and Cazenovia that one can reach easily in a car hence groceries, hardware, and basic services become more reachable. On the other hand, the land on hand appears secluded and free from disturbances caused by people. Access during summer will be the least trouble whereas in case of heavy rains or deep snow, one may expect delays and difficulties. This sort of trade-off one usually has to make for acquiring parcels of land that have a great degree of privacy, and people who truly value seclusion are usually more than happy to accept limitations in road conditions as a matter of fact, to them it’s an insignificant concern.
The Seller Asking Price
The price of $69, 900 covers the land, cabin, the presence of utility systems in the cabin, and the location which still feels like open country. Similar properties having these features either have higher prices or they are in more developed areas. This parcel of land stays small, cheap, and still it meets many recreational buyers’ basic needs.
Who This Land Would Suit
It would not be ideal to use as a full-time dwelling with a paved road and utility connections. Rather, it serves as the basis of a hunting lodge, the headquarters of a family outing, the getaway of a couple or an isolated camp on weekends or even a self-isolated refuge if you like having the responsibility of managing your own power and water supplies. The dense vegetation that hides the cabin and the distance to the public land area will be a plus point for hunters. A big family or small group of people will be satisfied with the upstairs sleeping area as well as with the fact that, the cabin has a modern shower/bathroom and also a kitchen. A person who is just trying to get away from the traffic jams, screens, noises, will find the silence of such a place very attractive even without mentioning any other features.
Potential buyers shall definitely physically go to the property to check its condition at various times of the year, have the road conditions in different seasons checked in person and go through the systems of the cabin together with its seller. There is no other reliable way of learning that the woods and cabin are right for one except one can go there, the whole area, that is.
The person to contact for further details or to book an appointment with one of the sellers will be Jeffrey Abulencia by dialing the phone number 315-430-3479 and reaching NY Outdoor Realty. Listings of secluded woodland, a functional cabin, and a reasonable cost rarely sit on an open house for a long time in a market environment like Chenango. However, this piece of land at Smyrna will not only provide one with a quiet spot in nature but at the same time it shall be a very practical proposition for someone looking to go on a vacation or live off-grid and yet being in the midst of nature with minimum disturbance.
Source: nyoutdoorrealty.com
