The Churubusco Pat's Pond Forest

Descriptions

New York land with 10 acre pond for Sale:Located on ~50 acres in the Town of Clinton, NY is The Churubusco Lodge Pat's Pond Forest. The centerpiece of the property is an ~10-acre pond with two or more private cabin settings offering beautiful views and easy access to the pond. A road has been built to one such site on the northern shore which offers an incredible vantage point to observe the wild inhabitants that utilize the ponds peaceful waters. Access to Pats Pond Forest is by Soucia Road. Soucia Road is a seasonal, gravel road which begins at Clinton Mills Road and ends at a gated property. From that point, one proceeds over the private 'Canada Trail', a deeded access road, which crosses the north branch of the English River before reaching the western shore of the Pond. Electric utilities end at the Clinton Mills Road.Pats is a deep-water pond with a large beaver house at the far end. Youll see beaver going about their business and in the spring and fall, ducks and geese, as they stopover during their biannual migration. The hardwood forests in this area were harvested over a decade ago. The predominate tree species in the residual stands are; sugar and red maple, white, gray and yellow birch, beech, ash, aspen, hemlock, red spruce, and balsam fir. The young emerging growth is a favorite forage of deer and provides both food and cover for a variety of wildlife. Hunters and wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy the exciting opportunities to hunt, view and photograph whitetails, black bear, coyote, grouse, Canada geese, ducks, snowshoe hare, woodcock, squirrel and the occasional moose.From Pat's Pond a 30-minute walk, brings you to the almost 2000 acre The Gulf Unique Area owned by New York State, so named for the gorge running through the land, several hundred feet deep. Not far from the gorge lie the remains of Sam Smith's cabin. More on the 'Hermit of the Gulf' may be found in the thorough and colorful narrative of the property, written by the owner, and found under 'additional information' in this listing. Well established roads and trails that traverse this and neighboring properties will allow biking, hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and ATV riding.This area has been deemed ideal for wind power generation. Plans to position windmills near this portion of the Churubusco Lodge property is part of the Bull Run Wind Project. The owner will retain those sites and wind development rights in the event that a project should move forward in the future. The approximate location of those sites is shown on the attached map.Pat's Pond Forest would make a great recreational destination for you and your family to enjoy the great outdoors of northern New York. This is an exceptional property, offered at an attractive price. You can own this amazing property for $14,850 down payment, with monthly installments of only $532.00*. Are you looking for a larger tract of land? Adjacent land to the north and east are available as well.*Based on financing $84,150 remaining purchase balance, for 30 years, at 6.5% annual interest. Subject to seller credit approval. Buyer to pay legal fees for mortgage deed and note. Exact area pending survey and legal description.