254 acres of timberland for sale on the county boundary of Pitt and Beaufort along Tranters Creek. This Legacy Farm was once tillable farmland but has been part of a highly managed forestry program within the timber industry for decades. While its current use is primarily an investment in timber management, it also serves as a thriving wildlife habitat, supporting large populations of whitetail deer, turkey, waterfowl, and black bear.

Currently, the property’s timber stands are segmented by age, including approximately 45 acres of mature thinned pine, 54 acres of 8-year-old pine, 61 acres of 10-year-old pine, 19 acres of 15-year-old longleaf pine, 53 acres of mature mixed timber in the low ground next to Tranters Creek, and 1.5 acres of young planted hardwood. The timber management plan is strategically designed for success, ensuring a sustainable rotation of growth stages. The various-aged timber also provides diverse wildlife habitatsquail thrive in the thick brush of young timber, whitetail deer bed down in the 15-foot pines, and turkeys roost in the mature hardwoods.

This property has been managed for wildlife for years. The extensive trail system throughout the property is wide and cleared, offering opportunities for food plots with ample sunlight exposure. Additionally, an old powerline easement runs through the property, with 1.5 acres historically planted with a forage mix, including oats, grains, and turnips. On the northern side, 7 acres of tillable ground provide an ideal setup for strategic hunting while offering a sense of safety and seclusion for wildlife. This area is surrounded by mature timber, hardwoods, and thick pine sections for excellent cover. The eastern boundary of the property follows Tranters Creek, providing thousands of feet of creek frontage. The southeastern section offers the most navigable water, with reports of numerous 6-8 lb largemouth bass and various panfish species, including bream, crappie, and perch. Additionally, a cleared access point in this southeastern corner has historically been used to launch small aluminum boats, canoes, and kayaks. With the proper permitting, there is potential to install a full boat ramp, creating private access to the creek and offering countless hours of fishing and recreation away from the pressured waters of the Pamlico River. The property also includes a stocked pond with fish from Tranters Creek, and a former 2-acre crawfish pond on the northern sidepreviously fed by a 3-inch wellthat could be easily restored for use as another pond or even a small waterfowl impoundment.

There are 3 legal access point to includ 1,150ft of road frontage; another 50 foot of road frontage owned as the furthest southern acces, as well as a legal 20ft deeded easment on the northern side giving direct access to the barn where the power line runs.

This Legacy Farm has received numerous awards and recognitions over the years. It has been acknowledged by the Forestry Stewardship Program for outstanding forest management and improvements to wildlife, soil, water, and timber. The property is also recognized by the State Tree Farm Committee and the American Forest Institute as a Certified Tree Farm by the American Tree Farm System. One of its most notable achievements includes the Conservation Award from Woodmen of the World, earned through generations of dedicated management to ensure this farm continues to flourish for years to come.

The hunting blinds and grain cart do not convey but there is a 1975 Ford 6600 tractor, a Bush Hog 316 with about 10hours of use on it, a second older bush hog and multiple other tractor impliments.

This is a rare and highly sought-after property. Showings are by appointment only and require the presence of your representative. Please schedule viewings with the listing agent at least 24 hours in advance. Do not enter the property without prior approval.

For more information on this and other land for sale in Pitt County, contact Chase Furlough at 252-505-6893 or by email at cfurlough@ or visit