1227 Keister Road, Lewisburg, WV 24901 - Greenbrier County

OVERVIEW

Convenient access to the town of Lewisburg and the amenities of the Greenbrier Resort

The farm's privacy and rural character make it an accessible retreat with broad appeal

50 +/- acres = 20 acres in fields; 30+/- acres in forestland

900 +/- sq. ft. farmhouse built in 1942, with 2 bedrooms and 1 1/2 bathrooms

A blue-line stream runs along and through the northwestern portion of the property for about 1/4 mile

Greenbrier County is the states 2nd largest county and one of the least populated

Major retailers, restaurants, and a modern hospital are found in Lewisburg, a 15-minute drive

1 hour 45 minutes to the Snowshoe Resort, WV largest ski resort and events destination

All mineral rights in title will convey

Suitable for Off - Grid and a rewarding permaculture lifestyle

A quiet private farm lane provides access to paved state roads

Superior access by state maintained paved roads - FedEx, UPS and USPS delivery

Fur bearing wildlife - deer, bear, squirrel, rabbit, bobcat, raccoon, fox, opossum

Winged wildlife - eagles, hawks, owls, ravens, turkeys and Neotropical songbirds

Timber species include oaks, poplar, maple and hickories

The forest and field grasses produce life-giving Oxygen and store Carbon dioxide

Spectacular long-range views

Ideal for recreational activities: shooting sports, ATV & horseback riding, hiking, camping, and nature viewing

Low taxes, low population density

Surrounded by large timber tracts and farms in a nice rural neighborhood

Darkest of skies with little or no light pollution for star and planet gazing

20 +/- acres of rich soil offer numerous spots for gardens and to grow hay and various crops

Some "Heritage" trees scattered about estimated at 150+ years old

Electricity and telephone onsite

Elevations ranging from 2165 ft. to 2264 ft. +/-

Jet air service to Chicago OHare and Washington DC Dulles

Easy access to Interstates I-64, I-77, I-81 and I-79

LOCATION

Google Coordinates: 37.869896(N), -80.349263(W)

Address: 1227 Keister Road, Lewisburg, WV 24901

Elevation Range: 2165 ft. to 2264 ft. +/-

AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES

The property has about 20 acres of nice laying meadows.

A fruit orchard would flourish here. There is a magnificent quince tree and a few apple pear and apple trees scattered about which were part of the original homestead.

The production of Maple Syrup is popular in this region and the property has the maple tree resource to produce gallons of high-grade syrup.

Crops of black walnuts, acorns, beechnuts and hickory nuts are produced each year.

Making honey is also a well-established industry in the area.

FOREST/TIMBER RESOURCES

The timber resource, consisting of about 30 acres, is well positioned for long-term timber income as well as value appreciation over the coming decades. With an attractive species mix, the timber amenity represents a strong component of value to the investor.

The forest resource is composed of quality Appalachian hardwoods. The forest can provide a great deal of flexibility to the next ownership in terms of potential harvest revenue. Capital Timber Value of the timber and pulpwood has not been determined at this time.

The forest's predominately well-drained upland terrain has led to a resource dominated by hardwood species. Overall, the species composition is highly desirable and favors hardwood types, consisting primarily of, Sugar Maple, Poplar, Red Oak/Scarlet Oak, White Oak/Chestnut Oak, Soft Maple, Hickory, and a host of associated species (birch, sourwood, black gum, beech).

The forest is healthy and there are no signs of pest infestations of Gypsy Moth. The Emerald Ash Borer, which has inundated the entire Northeast US, is present and the Ash component will significantly decline over the next decade. The Eastern Hemlock species is under siege by the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid and the hemlock will continue to decline over the next decade. There have been no forest fires in recent memory.

The forest floor is home to several types of mushrooms, medicinal plants, wild ginseng, ferns and cool green mosses.

Crops of acorns and hickory nuts are produced each year from the abundant oak and hickory trees scattered about.

Honeybees would do well here, and it would be possible to produce maple syrup from the sugar and red maple trees growing on the property.

WATER

A blueline stream runs along and through the northwestern portion of the property for about 1/4 mile. That stream should have regular water flow, especially during rain events and snow melt.

MINERAL RESOURCES

All rights the owner has in title will be conveyed with the property.

BOUNDARIES AND SURVEY

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

UTILITIES

Water: Private well has been drilled

Sewer: Private septic system has been installed

Electricity: MonPower

Telephone: Frontier

Internet: Available through Frontier or satellite providers

Cellphone Coverage: Carrier dependent, some are good, some poor

ACCESS/FRONTAGE

There is a prescriptive easement for the property as granted by the Circuit Court of Greenbrier County with details in the owners deed and in the court order document recorded as Deed Book 547 page 428.

ZONING

Greenbrier County is subject to some zoning and subdivision regulations. All prospective buyers should consult the County Commission and the Health Department for details regarding zoning, building codes and installation of septic systems.

Information can be found at the county website.

PROPERTY TYPE/USE SUMMARY

The property has about 20 acres of fields and about 30 acres in forestland.

(This summary is an estimation of current property use as determined from aerial photography. It is made subject to the estimation of property boundaries and any errors in the interpretation of land use type from the aerial photography utilized.)

DEED and TAX INFORMATION

Deed Information: DB 606 Pg. 719

Greenbrier County, West Virginia

Deeded Acreage: 50 acres +/-

Real Estate Tax Info:

Greenbrier County (13), West Virginia

Frankfort District (7)

Tax Map 23 Parcel 9; Class 2

2025 Real Estate Taxes: $297.58

SCHOOLS

Greenbrier County School District

Public Elementary School:

Lewisburg Elementary School

Public Middle School:

Eastern Greenbrier Middle School

Public High School:

Greenbrier East High School

Colleges:

New River Community and Technical College (Lewisburg campus)

West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

Private Schools:

Greenbrier Community School (PK-8)

Greenbrier Valley Academy (2-8)

Lewisburg Baptist Academy (PK-12)

Renick Christian School (2-7)

Seneca Trail Christian Academy (PK-12)

RECREATION AT THE CHRISTIAN HOMEPLACE

The Christian Homeplace offers many soft recreational opportunities.

Nature viewing is first in line of recreational activities. Attentive wildlife management has been geared not to just game 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 and hawks.

Stargazing-Planet Observation

Complete, or near darkness, can still be found on areas of the property, thereby affording the opportunity to view the night sky in all its brilliant wonder.

Water-sports enthusiasts will find the nearby Greenbrier River ideal for swimming, canoeing, fishing, kayaking, tubing, snorkeling, paddle boarding and windsurfing.

Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding and Hiking

The gently laying land may be used for conventional and mountain biking, hiking or horseback riding.

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: Grandpas 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, UTV, or dirt bikes. These exciting machines handle the wide variety of terrain.

Hunting on the farm is currently not a focus but could be a first-class experience. White tail deer, black bear, red/gray fox, bobcat, wild turkey, squirrel, raccoon, and rabbit make up the resident wildlife population.

WILDLIFE

Years of wildlife management practices have created the ideal wildlife sanctuary. Early on, management goals promoted overall wildlife health, developed wildlife viewing areas, increased carrying capacity, and increased species diversity.

The nearby Greenbrier River is a major contributor to the local ecosystems richness and diversity for both plants and animals. The areas creeks, rivers, ponds, and springs support the surrounding aquatic plant life and create a water sustained community with a wide variety of wildlife. The edges of the areas small wetlands support the aquatic food web and provide shelter for wildlife. The plant life associated with the wetland includes rushes, sedges, cattails, duckweed and algae.

There are many animals that live year-round and at other times in the water and around the edges of the of the area's creeks and rivers including raccoons, opossums, blue herons, Canada geese, wood ducks, mallards, minnows, native fish, turtles, salamanders, newts, crayfish, muskrats, bull frogs, eagles, hawks and redwing blackbirds.

There is the insect and microscopic world including butterflies, dragonflies, water beetles, damselflies, tadpoles and various insect larvae.

The area's diverse tree species, coupled with the abundant water supply from the nearby river and streams, create the areas perfect wildlife habitat. The miles of edge effect crafted between farm fields, creeks, hollows, ridges, and rock outcrops benefit all the resident wildlife. Bald eagles, white tail deer, black bear, wild turkey, squirrel, rabbit, bobcat, raccoon, fox and many species of songbirds, owls and raptors make up the resident wildlife population.

The hardwood forest provides an essential nutrient source and produces tons of hard mast including acorns, hickory nuts and beech nuts. Soft mast includes stag horn sumac, black cherry, tulip poplar seeds, maple seeds, multiple rose berries and blackberries.

FOREST FARMING

The most common crops are medicinal herbs and mushrooms. Other crops that can be produced include shade-loving native ornamentals, moss, fruit, nuts, other food crops, and decorative materials for crafts. These crops are often referred to as special forest products.

Some examples of special forest product crops for each category:

Medicinal herbs: Ginseng, goldenseal, black cohosh, bloodroot, passionflower, and mayapple

Mushrooms: Shiitake and oyster mushrooms

Native ornamentals: Rhododendrons and dogwood

Moss: Log or sheet moss

Fruit: Pawpaws, currants, elderberries, and lowbush blueberries

Nuts: Acorns, hickory nuts, and beechnuts

Other food crops: Ramps (wild leeks), maple syrup, and honey

Plants used for decorative purposes, dyes, and crafts: Galax, princess pine, white oak, pussy willow branches in the spring, holly, bittersweet, bloodroot and ground pine (Lycopodium)