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+/-146.36-acre Premier Recreational Retreat with Lodge & Cottage for Sale in Person County, NC!
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With a Lodge & Cottage, pond, food plots and investment timber, this is a once in a lifetime offering! Call Sean Maloy at 844-412-1200 to schedule a showing today!
The Circle-L South Ranch: A Premier Recreational Retreat
Situated in the rural landscape of northern Person County, The Circle-L South Ranch spans approximately 146.31 acres, offering a one-of-a-kind recreational property for family and friends. This expansive estate features a grand lodge, a cozy guest house, a stocked pond, tillable land, and timber investment opportunities. It has served as a private sanctuary for family gatherings, hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, and even festive chili cook-offs. Perfectly situated to feel remote yet accessible, it provides an unparalleled opportunity for those seeking a private escape with modern amenities.
The Lodge: Designed for Gatherings and Comfort
At the heart of The Circle-L South Ranch is its custom-built lodge, crafted for intimate gatherings, easy entertaining, and comfortable hunting camps. With an open-concept lower level and guest quarters upstairs, it's ideal for special occasions or group stays. Key features include:
- Spacious Kitchen: Equipped with a built-in icemaker, dishwasher, refrigerator, gas range, microwave, and wine cooler. Ample cabinets and drawers, along with generous countertops for food prep and serving, surround a large farm sink. Well-lit and functional, it includes iron bar chairs, tables, and a dining set—all conveyed with the sale.
- Accommodations for All: Approximately 2,990 heated square feet, sleeping up to eight guests in an owner's suite and three (four) upstairs bedrooms (1 king, 2 queen & 1 twin beds). A large hallway connects to an outdoor balcony with scenic views on one end and a sitting area on the other. Includes 1 full bath and one half-bath on this level; all furnishings are included. All bedrooms have their own mini split and flat screen TV.
- Hunter-Friendly Amenities: The lower level boasts a mud room for gear storage, a large safe for firearms, and a washer/dryer. Set up for entertaining and relaxing with its extra-large fireplace with gas logs or can be used as a wood burner too, TV sitting area with 82” flat screen, custom pool table, and dart board. Walls are primed for displaying hunting trophies, enhancing the classic hunt camp vibe. A large full bathroom with tile shower on this level accommodates overnight guests.
- Outdoor Spaces: A large upper-level deck covered side porches on both sides, and a shaded sitting area beneath the deck provide ample room for socializing and enjoying views. A rock path leads to a firepit overlooking the stocked pond—perfect for unwinding after a day of activities, sharing stories, or roasting marshmallows. All outdoor furniture, including folding tables and chairs for large groups, are included.
- Reliable Power: Equipped with a Generac whole-house generator powered by an in-ground propane tank, ensuring uninterrupted comfort during outages.
The Mason House: A Cozy Historical Gem
Built in 1941, the Mason House honors a family legacy dating back to sharecroppers who worked the land around the turn of the century. Remnants of their original home remain near the northern border. Today, it serves as charming overflow guest housing for weekends or extended stays, featuring:
- Approximately 1,626 heated square feet
- Three bedrooms and one full bathroom
- Sunroom, living room, and den/office
- Full kitchen with a small dining nook
- Front porch, back deck, and covered parking area
- All appliances and some furnishings transfer with the property.
- Generac whole-house generator with an above-ground propane tank for reliable backup power
The Land and Features: Tailored for Recreation and Investment
The Circle-L South Ranch is a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts, blending recreation, wildlife, and investment potential:
- Wildlife and Hunting: Attracts abundant small game, deer, turkey, and even occasional bears. Three managed food plots (totaling 4.62 acres) are planted with seasonal wildlife blends. Strategically placed are three Banks box blinds and three Steel Outdoors metal feeders, accessible via about 1 mile of roads and trails to minimize wildlife disturbance.
- Timber Investment: Approximately 70 acres of managed planted pines, post-first thinning and ready for harvest in the coming years—offering strong potential for perpetual income. The remaining acreage features mixed hardwoods like oaks, hickory, walnut, and other mast-producing trees, plus wild persimmons.
- 30'x30' Workshop: Insulated with a roll-up door, steel sheathing on walls and ceiling, and a ceiling-mounted electric heater for year-round comfort. Plenty of space for tools and equipment, topped with a "running buck" wind vane for a sportsman's flair.
- 30'x36' Pole Barn: Three deep bays for storing tractors, implements, ATVs, and supplies. Features concrete floors, full electrical service, and matching build quality to the workshop.
- Skinning Shed: An extension of the workshop on a concrete pad, well-lit with water access—capable of handling multiple deer and easy to clean. Skinning shed includes a walk-in cooler to hang and age your venison
- Gun Range: A 100-yard rifle range with a shooting shed, bench, and cabinet. The backstop uses a dirt berm and railroad ties, suitable for handguns too. Downhill angle and property orientation ensure safety.
- Fuel Station: Eliminates trips to town with two 300-gallon double-lined tanks (one gas, one diesel). Bulk purchasing saves time and money.
- Pond: A 1.5-acre spring-fed pond for year-round beauty and recreation. Solid dam and floating dock invite fishing for stocked bass, catfish, and bream.
- Gates and Driveway: Two gated entrances, with the main one featuring keypad access. The paved driveway from the entrance to both houses keeps vehicles clean and simplifies maintenance.
- Tracts & Surveys: The Circle-L South Ranch is comprised of five tracts that total +/-146.31 acres. All tracts have good surveys and their own tax identification numbers. See Property Documents for more information.
- Restrictions and Utility Easement: Two eastern tracts of land are subject to the Crystal Forest Subdivision restrictive covenants and road maintenance agreement. There is also an easement for the Cyrstal Cove Waste line on one of these tracts. See Property Documents for more information.
This property is ideal for buyers seeking a private retreat for hunting, fishing, and family events—or those interested in a unique venue for private or corporate gatherings with income-generating potential.
Area Attractions
The Circle-L South Ranch is surrounded by outdoor and cultural attractions that enhance its appeal as a recreational retreat. Just minutes away:
- Hyco Lake, a large man-made reservoir in Person and Caswell counties, offers boating, water sports, fishing, camping, and hiking. (https://www.hycolake.org/)
- The Dan River provides public boat landings (e.g., Milton Public Boat Landing) for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. (https://dwr.virginia.gov/waterbody/dan-river/)
- The R. Wayne Bailey-Caswell Game Lands (over 18,000 acres) is a short drive, boasting North Carolina's largest wild turkey population—perfect for hunters. (https://www.ncwildlife.gov/media/894/download?attachment)
- For entertainment, the Caesars Virginia casino resort in Danville, VA (about 18 miles north), features 1,500 slot machines, table games, a sportsbook, a 320-room hotel, and a 2,500-seat theater. (https://www.caesars.com/caesars-virginia) Nearby cultural spots include the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History, the Danville Science Center, and the 9-mile Danville Riverwalk Trail for walking or biking through parks and historic districts.
Directions and Distances to Major Airports and Cities
- Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO): Approximately 75 miles, 1-hour 20-minute drive via US-29 S.
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU): Approximately 63 miles, 1-hour 10-minute drive via US-501 S and I-40 E.
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): Approximately 150 miles, 2-hour 40-minute drive via US-29 S and I-85 S.
- Greensboro, NC: Approximately 63 miles, 1-hour 5-minute drive via US-29 S.
- Raleigh, NC: Approximately 64 miles, 1-hour 20-minute drive via US-501 S and US-70 E.
- Durham, NC: Approximately 48 miles, 55-minute drive via US-501 S.
- Danville, VA: Approximately 17 miles, 20-minute drive via US-58 E/US-360 E.
- Burlington, NC: Approximately 41 miles, 1-hour drive via NC-119 S and NC-62 W.
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Mebane, NC: Approximately 35 miles, 50-minute drive via NC-119 S.
Contact us today to schedule a private tour and experience this exceptional property firsthand!
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For more information on this and other land for sale in Person County, contact Sean Maloy at 844-412-1200 or by email at seanmaloy@mossyoakproperties.com, or visit landandfarmsrealty.com.
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