4514 Cr 172 Williamsburg, MO 63388

Some farms simply check the boxes. Others leave a lasting impression the moment you set foot on the property. This exceptional 468.1 acre recreational and investment farm in the heart of Callaway County, Missouri, is unquestionably the latter. Designed by nature and enhanced through thoughtful management, this property offers the rare combination of exceptional wildlife habitat, significant annual income, premier fishing, and the kind of privacy that serious hunters spend years searching for. Large neighboring landowners maintain very light hunting pressure, creating an environment where mature whitetails can consistently reach their full potential. From the rolling hardwood ridges and secluded timber draws to the expansive CRP fields and strategically positioned food plot locations, every acre contributes to a landscape built to hold and grow trophy deer. Add in a thriving turkey population, and you'll quickly understand why properties of this caliber rarely become available. One of the property's defining features is its incredible water. A breathtaking 26-acre lake serves as the centerpiece of the farm, offering outstanding bass, crappie, and bluegill fishing while providing exceptional habitat for migrating waterfowl. Whether you're watching mallards work the decoys on a crisp December morning or enjoying an evening on the water with family, this lake creates opportunities few recreational properties can match. A second, approximately 8-acre stocked lake offers additional fishing, scenic beauty, and year-round enjoyment. As impressive as the recreational opportunities are, the investment side of this farm is equally attractive. Approximately 175.67 acres are enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program, generating an annual payment of $32,973 while simultaneously providing ideal bedding cover, nesting habitat, and natural travel corridors for wildlife. This dependable income helps offset ownership costs without sacrificing the property's recreational appeal. There's an older 3 bed/4 bath farmhouse that is currently useable, but could use some restoration or be torn down. In the vicinity of the house there are multiple outbuildings for storage. Finding a large contiguous tract with this combination of income, habitat diversity, water resources, and proven hunting potential is increasingly rare in Central Missouri. Whether your vision is chasing mature whitetails each fall, enjoying first-class fishing and waterfowl hunting, or owning a legacy investment that can be enjoyed for generations, this remarkable Callaway County farm represents an opportunity that seldom reaches the open market. This is more than a farmit's the kind of property that becomes part of a family's legacy.