OVERVIEW

Big Valley Farm and Forest is a diverse and private 200 +/- acres farm and forest with incredible views, rolling open pastureland, timber and forest habitat, and the protective ridge and shoulders of a sheltering mountain.

Setback away from the world but only minutes from Beckley, West Virginia, this unique farm and forest provide its owner with all of the desired aspects of country living. Nestled between beautiful mountains, this farm splits into a protective valley, with slightly rolling pastures that provide forage for livestock or hay production, with a ridgeline that climbs to summit the highest points of the property.  The pastures are large, some fenced, and have barns and structures for farm equipment. The property has a small spring-fed pond that provides water to the animals, and the excess water supply runs into the stream below which together provide year-round water for livestock and game.

The farm and forest have a nicely hardened and maintained driveway with direct and easy access to Route 3.  There is also a beautiful open grassed corridor that starts at the bottom of the property and climbs all the way to the top of the Big Valley gaining several feet of elevation while providing easy access to walk, bike, and even drive to the top of the Big Valley.

With 200 acres, this farm has an enormous amount of property to explore, adventure, and hunt. A mix of grassland and forestland provide habitat for all of the major game species. If you are a fisherman or love boating, Lake Stephens is just minutes away, with bass and other game fish species.

The timber resources of the property are also marketable with easy access to most of the timber via the farm roads. This property has good agricultural soils, open pastures, timber land, and excellent hunting habitats. It is a property that has been well cared for and all of its premium features make it a highly desirable farm/forest as well as a location for a prime rural retreat.  Big Valley is a beautiful property for year-round living, a vacation home, recreation or farming.  The property is a great homestead lifestyle property, and it also has been managed to make it suitable for a camper park, glamping or construction of tiny homes with many other options available. Big Valley Farm and Forest is truly a unique multi-purpose property with so many residential, farming, adventure and exploring opportunities.

LOCATION

GPS Coordinates:  (37.814785, -81.354297)
Address: 113 Cody Court, Glen Daniel, WV  25844
Elevation Range: 1800 ft. to 2297 ft. +/-

AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES

There are approximately 40 acres of open ground suitable for multiple use including:

• Grassland suitable for yearly livestock grazing or for making hay
• The open land has historically been used for grazing cattle, horses, livestock forage
• The land is very suitable for growing row crops such as corn, oats, wheat, pumpkins and all kinds of vegetables
• A fruit orchard would also flourish here. Some scattered fruit trees can be found dating back to the early days of the farm.
• The production of Maple Syrup is popular in this region, and the farm has the maple tree resource to produce gallons of high-grade syrup.
• Growing hemp is also gaining ground as an agriculture crop
• Beekeeping and the production of honey is also a well-established industry in the area and would do well on this property
• Property would be excellent for agricultural tourism business

TIMBER RESOURCE

The Abundant timber resource is well positioned for immediate timber income as the timber has not been harvested in decades. With an attractive species mix, adequate stocking levels, and favorable diameter class distribution, the timber harvest represents a significant component to the value of the property.

WILDLIFE

Big Valley Wildlife Management practices have created the ideal wildlife preserve. Early on, management goals promote overall wildlife health facilitate the harvest of game, development of wildlife viewing areas, increased carrying capacity, and increased species diversity.

On the property are major contributors of the local ecosystem richness and diversity of both plants and animals. The stream and the surrounding aquatic plant life create a water supported community with a wide variety of wildlife. Some of the margins of the pond are fringed by wetlands, and these wetlands support the aquatic food web, provide shelter for wildlife and stabilize the shores of the pond and banks downstream. The plant life associated with the wetlands includes rushes, slugs, cat tails, duck weed, and algae.

WATER

Public water is available.  Also a small spring-fed stream runs through the property.  There is a small livestock pond that is also spring-fed.

MINERAL RESOURCES

This property is Surface Only. All minerals and mineral rights were severed by a prior deed. All rights that the owner has will convey.

BOUNDARIES AND SURVEY

The property is being sold by the boundary and not by the acre.

UTILITIES

Water:  Public water is available at roadside
Sewer:  Septic system has been installed
Electricity:  Available – Appalachian Power
Internet:  Available through Frontier
Cellphone Coverage: Very good

ACCESS/FRONTAGE

The property has frontage on Rt. 3, Coal River Road.

ZONING

Raleigh County has some zoning and subdivision regulations. All prospective buyers should consult the County Government and also the Health Department for regulations regarding zoning, building codes, and installation of water wells and septic systems.

DEED and TAX INFORMATION

Deed Information: DB 5028 Pg. 5221
Raleigh County, West Virginia

Acreage: 200 acres +/-

Real Estate Tax ID/Taxes:
Raleigh County (41), West Virginia
Trap Hill District (12)
Tax Map 2 Parcel 33 and Parcel 33.2; Class 2

2025 Real Estate Taxes: $161.76

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Raleigh County School District
(A list of the many Raleigh County schools and colleges is available on the internet.)

Public Elementary School:
Fairdale Elementary School

Public Middle School:
Trap Hill Middle School

Public High School:
Liberty High School

Private Schools: Greater Beckley Christian School (K-12), Mabscott Christian Academy (K-12), Saint Francis DeSales Catholic School (K-8), Victory Baptist Academy (K-12)

Higher Education:
West Virginia University (Beckley Campus); Appalachian Bible College (Bradley); Concord University (Beaver Campus); Bluefield State College (Beaver Campus); Erma Byrd Higher Education Center; Southern West Virginia Community College (Beckley Campus)

RECREATION AT BIG VALLEY

Big Valley Farm and Forest offers unparalleled recreational opportunities. Numerous soft recreational activities are anchored by Lake Stephens, Hatfield-McCoy ATV Trail, Winterplace Ski Resort, three area rivers, and 2 lakes.

Water-sports enthusiasts will find the area’s rivers and lakes ideal for swimming, canoeing, fishing, kayaking, tubing, snorkeling, paddle boarding and windsurfing. Great fishing is found in all the rivers and lake, with small mouth bass, crappie, catfish, muskie and bluegill present in good numbers. Ice skating is occasionally a fun activity during the winter months.

Nature viewing is first in line of recreational activities. Attentive wildlife management has been geared not to just larger animals. Equal consideration has been extended to increasing the numbers and diversity of species including neo-tropical songbirds, butterflies, turtles, frogs, rabbits, chipmunks, dragonflies, owls, eagles and hawks. White tail deer, black bear, red/gray fox, bobcat, wild turkey, grouse, duck, squirrel, raccoon, fox and rabbit make up the resident wildlife population. It is hard to find a property that has a better mix of wildlife.

Stargazing-Planet Observation
Total or near total darkness can be still be found on the property, thereby affording the opportunity to view the night sky in all its brilliant wonder.

Shooting-sports devotees find all the land and privacy needed to enjoy:

• Paintball-Airsoft-Laser Tag-Archery tag
• Shotgun sport shooting including Skeet, Trap, Double Trap and Sporting Clays
• Rifle & Handgun shooting: bullseye, silhouette, western, bench rest, long-range, fast draw
• Archery and Crossbow competition shooting
• Plain ole’ plinking: Grandpa’s old 22 single shot rifle and a few tin cans make a fun day

All Terrain Motorsports
The property is perfect for experiencing the property from an ATV or UTV. Riders are welcome to ride all public roads that do not have a painted dividing line and there are miles and miles of open roads in the area. These exciting machines handle the wide variety of the forest’s terrain.

Dirt bikes can also be a lot of fun and they come in all sizes and horsepower to fit anyone who enjoys being on two wheels.

Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding and Hiking

The gently laying land may be used for conventional and mountain biking, hiking or horseback riding and the area offers several state and national parks geared for these activities.

TOURISM & RECREATION

Lake Stephens

Lake Stephens is a 4 1/2 minute drive from Big Valley.  Lake Stephens is a 2,300-acre county park which has been developed around the site of an old camp established by hunters and trappers in about 1792, at the instance of Stephen English, from whom it takes its name. This land now is the home to a 272 acre pristine mountain lake that is perfect for boating, fishing, and swimming.  There is a marina, concession stand, picnic shelters, gazebo with kitchen, beach, Aqua Water Park, Sprinkler Splash Pad, RV and tent camping, and cabin rentals.

Nine miles west of Beckley, in Raleigh County West Virginia, and twenty-five minutes from the New River Gorge National Park, makes the park a great place to camp in an RV or tent and enjoy the culture and natural resources of the area.

Winterplace Ski and Resort
Winterplace, a 40-minute drive, located in Ghent, West Virginia, offers nine lifts, 27 trails, night skiing and a snowtubing park. There are over 90 acres of skiable terrain for varying ability levels, as well as a summit elevation of 3,600 feet. Beginners can learn to ski or snowboard thanks to a top-notch ski school.

Winterplace Ski Resort

New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

America’s newest national park, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve approaches within three miles of the property and has dramatically influenced the economic outlook for the region. Tourism officials estimate visitor traffic has more than doubled since it was established a year ago. The park may best be known as a destination for hiking, biking, rock climbing, and whitewater rafting, though the immediate area is highly regarded for fishing, hunting, and hiking. The Glade Creek is one of the most popular catch-and-release trout streams in West Virginia and is only 3.5 miles from the property. Grandview is one of the top visitor attractions in the park and affords spectacular views of the New River Gorge at its deepest and widest point.

The New River from Thunder Buttress

 

Grandview (National Park Area)

One of the primary destinations in the new national park, Grandview has been attracting picnickers and sightseers for generations. Both the park and the adjacent community of Grandview are named for the spectacular views of the narrowing valley of the New River afforded from clifftop overlooks. The main overlook at Grandview and the nearby Turkey Spur overlook are among the most visited locations in the park. The summer outdoor dramas “Honey in the Rock” and “Hatfields & McCoys” have been attracting visitors to the park’s Cliffside Amphitheatre since 1974.

Little Beaver State Park
One of the most community-driven parks in the state park system, Little Beaver is a favorite local destination for fishing, hiking, biking, and camping. A drive of fewer than five miles from the property, it accommodates easy access to outdoor recreation when national park facilities may be crowded. The park includes 18-acre Little Beaver Lake, ideal for flatwater kayaking, and a 46-site campground open year-round.

Pavilion at Little Beaver State Park, Beaver, WV

 

Glade Creek Trails  (National Park Area)

Maintained by the National Park Service, the Glade Creek Trails system includes more than 15 miles of woodland trails that visit wetlands, waterfalls, and some of the most remote forests in the national park. Its southern trailhead is a drive of fewer than five miles from Old Grandview Road. Glade Creek is also a beloved trout stream, and its swimming holes are popular in summer.

Hatfield-McCoy Trails
The area is now a chief destination for outdoor recreation and leisure living. Hiking, biking, hunting, paddling, and off-road motor touring are now primary draws to the area. State-designated all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trails attract thousands of vacationers to the region annually. Three sections of the Hatfield-McCoys Trail System converge near the property. Trout fishing has also become a popular draw in the area, and the nearby Bluestone and Guyandotte rivers have become well-known paddling streams ideal for kayaking and canoeing. The New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, the newest national park in the U.S., is a 45-minute drive east of the property. Winterplace Ski Resort, a 45-minute drive, attracts more than a million skiers annually.