Lifeland Plantation

Description

Lifeland Plantation is located in northern Berkley County near the community of Pineville, SC., and consists of 238 acres with an additional 61 acres under lease totaling nearly 300 acres of hunting grounds. The location is ideal, only 50 miles from downtown Charleston or Mt. Pleasant, a short drive for those quick evening hunts during the week.One of the most notable benefits of this property is the location. Lifeland is bordered on three sides by the historical Oakland Gun Club; Est. 1903, one of the oldest and arguably the most prestigious private quail hunting club in the SE, this exclusive club has been compared to "the Augusta National of Quail hunting" by many. The 15,000-acre neighbor provides privacy and protection from encroachment. In addition, Lifeland shares the abundant populations of deer, turkey, and quail that abound between the two properties.

This is a turnkey upland bird hunting property, complete with every amenity any discerning sportsman would expect to find. The property has been meticulously managed to improve and enhance every aspect of the upland hunting grounds. The soils are 90% upland fine sandy loam, which include Caroline, Coxville, and Craven, to mention a few; these soils are very conducive to management for quail habitat. Ground cover consists of a variety of native warm-season grasses, including Big bluestem, Little bluestem, Indian grass, and Broomsedge; these bunch grasses provide early successional escape cover and brooding habitat for bobwhite quail and turkey. Food sources are provided by well-established strips and plots of partridge pea, natural forbs, and legumes; these are managed annually through a combination of controlled fire, light discing, and spot treatment of evasive undesirable species. Other features include a spring-fed lake; totaling 11+/- acres, fully stocked with largemouth bass and bream.

The area immediately adjacent to the lake is an ideal setting for a permanent residence or weekend pond house; currently, there is a three-bedroom mobile home in this space that serves as additional overnight accommodations. This site is serviced by underground electrical service and a 6-inch well; these utilities are sufficient to provide service to any new structure. The main hunting lodge is spacious and capable of entertaining large groups of hunters or family and friends. The open floor plan is ideal for dining, social gatherings, or just enjoying an evening around the fireplace after a long day afield. The facility has a large well-appointed kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms; currently, these bedrooms have a total of 7 beds with the possibility of expansion.

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS:

• Three bay equipment shed
  
• Quail pens with raised flooring, heated lighting, and automated watering system
  
• Dog pens
  
• Three bedroom mobile home
  
• Outdoor fire pit
  
• 100 yd. rifle shooting range
  
• Walk-in cooler
  
• One 6 inch well
  
• One 4 inch well
  

Currently, there are no conservation easements in place on Lifeland; the next owner may benefit from potential tax incentives through such a donation. There are several land trusts that are actively engaged in protecting these special properties in the area; please ask the listing agent at Crosby Land Company, Inc. if you desire to learn more about this opportunity.

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