GILMORE LANDING On the Greenbrier River
OVERVIEW "Gilmore Landing" is estate-sized riverfront property located on the Greenbrier River and is one of the area's most beautiful riverfront retreats. The 11 acres of rich bottomland is blessed with 1100' of direct river frontage. Ecological and conservational values are extensive and provide many essential ecosystem services, such as clean water, wildlife, and excellent recreation opportunities. This easy living riverfront property is within an easy drive of higher population areas of Blacksburg, Beckley, Princeton, Charleston and Lewisburg. The ever-changing river, is one of the finest river frontages on the lower Greenbrier. The scenic, aquatic, and historic values of "Gilmore Landing" provide exceptional quality of life values for the owners or their guests. HIGHLIGHTS • 11 acres with 1100 ft. of riverfront on the lower Greenbrier River • All land is level river bottomland containing rich soils planted in native grasses and wildflowers • 7 RV hookups with water, electric and septic on a rise adjacent to the river • Shower and bathroom facilities and a shelter perfect for cookouts and gatherings • Circa 1899 farm house makes a great river camp - or repurpose the vintage beams, flooring and siding in another building • Very private but not remote with excellent access by car or boat • All small city amenities are 20 minutes away in Hinton, the Summers County Seat • Excellent river fishing with a mix of deep holes, rapids and still water • All mineral rights in title will convey • An unrivaled resident wildlife population rich in diversity and ever changing • Fur bearing - deer, black bear, squirrel, rabbit, bobcat, raccoon, fox, chipmunk, opossum • Neotropical songbirds, frogs, turtles, crawdads populate the riverbank and wetlands • Winged wildlife includes turkey, eagles, herons, hawks, owls, ravens, king fishers, ravens, crows, and hummingbirds • One hour to jet airports and 3 major interstates • Dynamic forest with some old growth trees estimated to be 200-300 years old. • A rewarding off-grid permaculture lifestyle can be easily developed • Cell phone coverage is excellent with 4G service • Darkest of skies with little or no light pollution for star gazing and planet observation • Perfect for all water sport activities as well as shooting sports, ATV riding, horseback riding, hiking, camping, hunting and nature viewing • Low taxes, low population density RECREATION AT GILMORE LANDING Gilmore Landing offers unparalleled recreational opportunities. Numerous soft recreational activities are anchored by the adjoining Greenbrier River and proximity to the New River, Bluestone Lake and Summersville Lake. Water-sports enthusiasts will find the Greenbrier River ideal for swimming, canoeing, fishing, kayaking, tubing, snorkeling, paddle boarding and windsurfing. Great fishing is found in the Greenbrier River 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.
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