715 Acres in Cadiz, KY - $4,875,000

As you turn off the county road onto the paved driveway, you will approach and cross the year-round flow of Hopson Creek. Suggest you pause on the bridge, roll your windows down and take in the magical sounds. Privately across the creek is the gated entry to this truly amazing paradise. Hit the clicker or enter the code on the keypad and the gate opens and automatically closes behind you. Enjoy the nearly 1/2 mile meandering drive knowing that beautiful improvements await

There are countless features that make this property stand tall. As you watch the gate securely close then disappear in your rearview mirror, the winding blacktop driveway moves you smoothly into the property. As you begin the gentle climb toward the nicely positioned improvements, the beautiful 7.5 acre spring-fed lake appears on your left. The waterfront guest cabin overlooks the hardwood tree-lined private lake boasting stunning elevated views. The lake is loaded with bass and panfish offering year-round enjoyment and fun

The abundance of wildlife on this property is unrivaled and nationally known for trophy whitetail deer, and a robust eastern turkey population. The property has been well maintained including an extensive trail system providing access to all parts of the property. Miles of trails meander through beautiful hardwood timber, across small gravel bottom creek beds, and along lush green wildlife food plots

Naturally, all wildlife benefit from the dedicated efforts of habitat enhancement, timber management, food plots, supplemental nutrition and a sound harvest plan. Each Fall the abundance of mature mast producing trees drop their blessings of protein rich nutrition that wildlife crave and feast upon. As a result of these focused management efforts, the deer along with the wild eastern turkey population thrives, providing springtime magic for those that love turkey hunting or just simply enjoy watching and hearing these majestic strutting birds

Improvements

Main House

The approximate 5400sf home majestically sits atop one of the highest elevation points on the property. Immediately upon entering you’ll notice the very thoughtful open floor plan, high-end finishes, and floor-to-ceiling windows designed to allow the outdoors in. The elevated 360 views are breathtaking as you overlook the beautiful spring-fed lake while also enjoying wildlife viewing from every window. This spacious western style home is unique and breathtaking and perfect for entertaining guests and making core memories that will last a lifetime

Guest Cabin

The cozy 4 bedroom, 2 bath, main level guest cabin includes an open floor-plan with amazing lakefront views, a loft overlooking the great room, walkout basement on the lake side, wrap-around porch, and a dock for fishing on the lake. The detached double overhead door building situated across from the cabin is the perfect place to use as a garage or for storing your outdoor toys

Equipment Building

An equipment and storage building is set up with overhead doors and a concrete floor designed for storing a tractor, bush hog, and other farm equipment, plus a lean-to off one side for additional covered space

Access / Privacy / Security

There are miles of trails throughout the hardwood timber providing access to every corner of the property. It is turnkey for someone who loves to hunt and fish, ride horses, ATV’s, or simply explore the great outdoors. The property includes a gate with a solar panel and keypad. This extra layer of privacy and security makes it the perfect private estate property. There is also a well-maintained metal 8 fence along the perimeter of the property. Numerous ladder stands and blinds are strategically placed for hunting

Utility District Water, electric, propane, septics

Suggest Starlink or Verizon booster for high speed internet wifi and streaming

Recreation

The abundance of outdoor recreation this property provides is seemingly endless. Step outside and as the saying goes, Just Do It! Take your dog for a walk, go on a hike, hop on a horse or ATV, wet a line, climb into a ladder stand, or sit in a deer blind. Outdoor recreation is where so many family and friends memories are made that last a lifetime

Nearby Recreation

Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area is a protected peninsula made up of 170,000 acres of woodlands, wetlands and open areas of pure outdoor recreation located a short drive from the property. Over 300 miles of scenic shoreline with Kentucky Lake running along the west side of LBL and Lake Barkley to the east. These lakes are two of the top fishing and recreational lakes in the southeast. The vastness and diversity of these waterways create plenty of space for recreational boaters and anglers. Fisherman generally target the healthy population of largemouth bass and crappie. It should be noted that these lakes are nationally renowned largemouth bass fisheries

Agriculture

Approximately 100 acres are consistently manicured as food plots specifically for wildlife

Seasonal Fall / Winter blends of wheat, clover and turnips are planted now

Spring / Summer blends generally consist of red and white clovers along with a rotation of soybeans and corn in the larger plots

The hardwood timber was select-cut in 2016-2017 but still boasts an abundance of marketable timber

General Operations

Kentucky Shooting Preserve Permit (Deer)

This high-fence property is being conveyed with an existing Shooting Preserve Permit from the State of Kentucky allowing the owner and guests to harvest deer by any legal means from September 15 April 15. The expansive season allows flexibility and convenience for planning your hunts around busy schedules and suitable weather patterns

Quality Deer Management (QDM) practices have been in place for many years and as a result of these ongoing efforts, trophy-class, mature whitetail deer thrive in this 715 +/- acre sanctuary

Will provide additional details upon request

Region & Climate

The Cadiz, Kentucky area experiences 4 distinct seasons of weather. Springtime green-up is beautiful with comfortable daytime temperatures in the 60’s and 70’s. Summertime highs range from the mid 80’s to low 90’s making it ideal for outdoor fun, and water sports on nearby Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake

Fall colors are gorgeous along the hardwood tree-lined private lake and ridges throughout the property. As the nights turn cooler and the leaves begin to change from green to many vibrant colors, Fall in Western Kentucky is a heavy favorite boasting comfortable daytime temperatures in the 70’s and 80’s plus cool comfortable nights in the 50’s and 60’s. Winter is moderate by most standards boasting daytime temperatures in the 50’s and nighttime lows in the 30’s and 40’s, with the rare, but seemingly always welcomed light snowfall

History

The Knight and Hale Farm is well-known for its history in the outdoor industry. Harold Knight and David Hale began their game call company in a basement workshop in 1972. They never dreamed their game calls would become as significant and timeless as they still are today. Their game call product lines include turkey, deer, predator, small and big game, plus waterfowl

Their television show, Ultimate Hunting began in 1989. The show aired over 25+ years and is still found on many streaming platforms today. The Knight and Hale Farm has hosted the most well-known hunters, writers, and television personalities and producers in the outdoor industry. This property remains one of the most well-known, but extremely private properties in the country. This property is known for producing large mature whitetail, many of which are featured on television shows over the years. The true outdoor enthusiast has definitely been impacted by the marks they have made in conservation, game calls, and award winning media. Over the years, many country music stars, outdoor television hosts and writers, have enjoyed hunting, fishing and storytelling around the campfire with Harold and David

Location

5 minutes Dollar General

5 minutes Gas Station (at the bridge Lake Barkley)

10 minutes Local Grocery, Hardware, Restaurants in Cadiz, KY

10 minutes Local Hospital (Trigg County Hospital pharmacy across the road)

30 minutes Big Chain Stores, Hospitals (Walgreens, Kroger, Walmart, Tractor Supply) Murray or Hopkinsville

40 minutes Clarksville, TN Large Regional Hospital, chain stores, grocery, restaurants, etc

Cadiz, Kentucky is located 10 minutes away Very nice downtown area known for its southern charm

Additionally:

10 minutes from Land Between the Lakes

10 minutes from Lake Barkley State Park Private Airport

30 minutes from Murray, Kentucky

30 minutes from Hopkinsville, Kentucky

40 minutes from Clarksville, Tennessee

1 hour from Paducah, Kentucky

1 hour and 20 minutes from Nashville, Tennessee