The Stalker Farm

Property Description

Where Pine Mountain meets the White River bottoms, the Stalker Farm brings together two of north-central Arkansas' most recognizable landscapes in one 521+/- acre offering. Located along paved Gap Road near Batesville, the property transitions from productive bottomland cropland and nearly a mile of White River frontage to mature timber, open pasture, and the elevated ridgeline of Pine Mountain. It is a property with agricultural substance, recreational diversity and a setting that is difficult to reproduce this close to town.

South of Gap Road, approximately 393 acres form the agricultural and riverfront component of the farm. This property contains 318.36 cropland acres per FSA. The cropland is currently planted in soybeans and has historically followed a corn and soybean rotation. Arrington and Egam silt loams make up a substantial portion of the mapped soils, with both soil types carrying an NCCPI overall rating of 86 in the available report. The farm is currently non-irrigated, leaving future irrigation improvements as a potential opportunity subject to a buyer's independent investigation.

Approximately 4,900 feet of White River frontage forms one of the property's defining boundaries. An existing trail provides vehicle access to the river, where a broad sandbar offers a place to fish, relax, and enjoy the water. Timbered river margins and interior wooded corridors add cover and travel routes for wildlife, while deer have been observed using the agricultural fields. The combination of cropland, timber and river frontage gives the southern portion value beyond its farming operation.

North of Gap Road, approximately 128 acres rise from roughly 260 feet in elevation near the road to approximately 560 feet atop Pine Mountain. The change in elevation creates a dramatic wooded backdrop and long views across the White River bottoms and toward Batesville. Approximately 15 acres are maintained in open pasture, while most of the remaining acreage is covered in mature mixed timber. Layered rock outcroppings, a seasonal creek, a year-round spring, and two ponds - including one stocked pond - give the property additional character.

An extensive ATV trail system provides access throughout the northern acreage. The year-round spring historically supplied the farmhouse and garden, connecting the property to its long family history. The older farmhouse remains standing but is not presently habitable. A distinctive barn with stone lower walls is still used for storage and is being offered in its current condition. Fencing, gates, and two existing entrances serve the north tract.

Pine Mountain offers a compelling potential homesite for a buyer willing to undertake the necessary access and site work. Along Gap Road, the property's extensive paved frontage, available utilities and proximity to Batesville may also support future homesite or division potential, subject to survey, governmental approval and buyer due diligence.

With approximately 8,000 feet of paved frontage measured along the property boundary, water and electricity available at the road, nearly a mile of White River frontage and two distinct land types, the Stalker Farm offers unusual flexibility. A buyer can continue the agricultural operation, establish a private recreational retreat, explore homesite opportunities, or hold a diversified tract on the edge of Batesville. The property may be purchased in its entirety or through the separately offered 128 +/- acre and 393 +/- acre tracts.