Supplements: MacKenzie Lake lies in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains in the unspoiled southeastern region of West Virginia. This stunning 10-acre lake and cabin is completely surrounded by a total 144 acres of densely forested woodland with a few scattered wildlife openings. The abundance of water is a major contributor to the local ecosystem richness and d ... (Read more) MacKenzie Lake lies in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains in the unspoiled southeastern region of West Virginia. This stunning 10-acre lake and cabin is completely surrounded by a total 144 acres of densely forested woodland with a few scattered wildlife openings. The abundance of water is a major contributor to the local ecosystem richness and diversity for both plants and animals. The surrounding Allegheny Mountains provide a flawless backdrop for this 144-acre high elevation country estate. Forest trails offer hiking, horseback riding and ATV/off-roading adventure. Beyond the sheer beauty of the water, the lake offers the soft recreation activities of swimming, paddle boating, ice skating and of course fishing for bass, bluegill and crappie (lots of 4 to 5 pound bass). The lakeside cottage provides peaceful views of mountains and water from every room. It is very common to see deer and turkey grazing in the shore-side forest while ducks and geese paddle by on the water. There is a good chance bald eagles, red tail hawks or blue herons will make a morning visit. Just as 150 years ago, when the first mountaineers settled the area, the property would be self-sustaining in times of necessity – even without electricity. Fresh water for drinking and cooking would come from the springs and 5 drilled water wells (hand drawing water from the wells using a cylinder well bucket). The lake and forest would provide fresh food (fish, deer, and turkey). The agricultural land would be used to raise livestock, vegetable gardens, berry patches, fruit orchards, and row crops of corn, oats and barley. Bee hives would provide honey and beeswax for candles. The vast forest would provide firewood for heating and cooking, lumber for building, maple syrup and pounds of nuts (walnuts, beechnuts and hickory nuts). Whether it's for just a weekend or year round living, MacKenzie Lake is where you can put another log on the fire, enjoy a good book, and let time slip away. HIGHLIGHTS Crystal clear, spring fed, 10 acre lake surrounded by 144 acres of dense forest Hand crafted cabin on the lake designed for easy living and enjoying family and friends Cozy guest cabin in private setting Water loving wildlife includes stocked fish, blue herons, wood ducks, mallards, raccoons, Canada geese, turtles, bullfrogs, crayfish, muskrats, newt, and salamander Valuable timber with considerable commercial value should one choose to selective harvest 5 drilled water wells strategically located throughout the property for future development One of the water wells has a rated flow of 50 gallons per minute Located in recreationally popular and culturally important Greenbrier County Historic Lewisburg, major retailers, restaurants, hospital is a 35 minute drive on quite roads Jet air service to Charlotte hub is a 35 minute drive at Lewisburg Easy access to Interstates I-64, I-77, I-81 and I-79 Rock outcroppings for bouldering and free climbing Scattered wildlife openings creating desirable "edge effect" Resident wildlife include most eastern region fur bearing mammals Winged wildlife include bald eagles, wild turkeys, grouse, neo-tropical song birds, woodpeckers, hawks, owls, ravens, and a large variety of other small birds The darkest of night skies with little or no light pollution for star gazing and planet observation elevations run from 2587' to 2840' Some very ancient 200 + year old "Heritage Trees" scattered about the old boundaries Piles of field stone about the old field edges gathered by early mountaineers Long views of distant mountains from across the lake and from the high ridge Surrounded by large forest tracts and farms providing privacy and seclusion Short drive to Greenbrier River Trail, Greenbrier River and Monongahela National Forest Mostly flat to rolling topography with seasonal branches creating an interesting natural setting MACKENZIE LAKE The 10 acre lake provides a stunning main focal point framed by the backdrop of the fields, forest and mountains. The acre lake is a major contributor to local ecosystem richness and diversity for both plants and animals. The lake and its surrounding aquatic plant life create a water supported community with a wide variety of wildlife. Much of the margin of the lake is fringed by wetlands, and these wetlands support the aquatic food web, provide shelter for wildlife, and stabilize the shore of the lake. The plant life associated with the wetland includes rushes, sedges, cattails, duckweed and algae. There are many animals that live in the water and around the edges of the lake including raccoons, opossums, blue herons, Canada geese, wood ducks, mallards, minnows, stocked fish, turtles, salamanders, newts, crayfish, muskrat, bull frogs, and redwing blackbirds. Of course there is the insect and microscopic world including butterflies, dragonflies, pond skaters, water beetles, damselflies, tadpoles and various insect larve. HOME INFORMATION 7-Room home on 144 +/- acres with a gorgeous 10-acre lake, fields, and forestland Concrete – based hardboard exterior siding to enhance fire, insect, and bird resistance Stone-faced chimney and foundation Central air LP Gas Forced-Air Furnace Stone-faced fireplace with a granite hearth Fireplace has a wood-burning "The Earth Stove" insert Log-style interior wall coverings Carpet, Laminate, and Vinyl flooring Corian kitchen counters, Maple cabinets, and marble bath vanity tops 5 Water Wells with water hydrants at several locations on the property Additional cabin with electricity, water, and septic system Other storage structures Room Information 2 Bedrooms 2 Full Bathrooms Kitchen/Dining/Living Room (open concept) with Stone Fireplace having a granite hearth & wood burning stove insert "The Earth Stove" Reading/Lake Viewing Room Sun Room with Open Deck overlooking the lake Covered Front Porch overlooking the lake Unfinished Basement (outside entrance) Home Square Footage Summary 1352 SF +/- Main Floor 304 SF +/- Unfinished Basement Total = 1656 Square Feet +/- Room Dimension Summary Master Bedroom 10 X 12 Master Bathroom 8 X 6 Second Bedroom 12 X 12 Bathroom 5 X 8 Kitchen/Dining/Living Room 33 X 15 Reading/Lake Viewing Room 17 X 8 Sun Room 16 X 16 with 16 X 14 Open Deck Unfinished Basement 16 X 19 Buildings Equipment Shed (not measured) 2 In-ground 8 X 20 metal storage units One used for secure storage of lawn equipment, etc. One used for other secure, constant-temperature storage 23 X 15 Cabin with 200 AMP electricity, water, and septic system LOCATION Google Coordinates: 38.044337°(N), -80.383006°(W) Address: 525 Brushy Flat Road, Renick, WV 24966 Elevation Range: 2587 ft. to 2840 ft. +/- AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES There are approximately 20 acres of open land composed of native grasses that are routinely mowed for stunning aesthetic value. TIMBER RESOURCE MacKenzie Lake's 115+/- acre timber resource acreage is composed of unusually high quality Appalachian hardwoods. This well managed timber resource can provide a great deal of flexibility to the next ownership in terms of potential harvest revenue and can be managed to provide cash flow opportunities to offset holding cost and long-term asset appreciation. Capital Timber Value of the timber and pulpwood has not been determined. WATER This property has a 10-acre lake that was created by the property owner. Three natural springs keep the lake supplied with fresh water. Wildlife make frequent visits to enjoy the cool water and dine on the aquatic community. There are five drilled water wells strategically located throughout the property for future development. One of the water wells has a rated flow of 50 gallons per minute. MINERAL RESOURCES Although most of the coal, oil, gas, and other minerals have been reserved in prior deeds of record, a portion appears to remain intact. All rights the owner has will convey with the property. BOUNDARIES AND SURVEY There are metes and bounds descriptions of record for the property. The property has several old fields and remnants of early farm life. Some boundary lines are evidenced by old fencing. The property is being sold by the boundary and not by the acre. UTILITIES Water: There are 5 drilled wells at various locations on the property providing water to the home and to several small water hydrants strategically placed on the property Sewer: septic Electricity: Mon Power LP Gas: AmeriGas Propane Telephone: The home is wired with landline phone system that would need to be activated by the phone company (formerly used Frontier). The sellers have used cell phone service extensively Internet: The home has used cell phone service extensively for internet access. Television could be acquired by satellite service, and wired internet should be available through telephone service DSL Cellphone Coverage: Very Good through specific providers Trash Pickup: Local trash pickup available ACCESS/FRONTAGE The property has a deeded right-of-way providing direct access to the public road system. ZONING The county is subject to some zoning and subdivision regulations. All prospective buyers should consult the County Commission and also the Health Department for details regarding zoning, building codes and installation of septic systems. Information can be found at the county website: http://greenbriercounty.net/ordinances/