Dalton Dalrymple
Premier Timberland Investment | Recreational Property | Income-Producing Farm
Located east of Cottonwood, Alabama, this 674.94± acre property represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a meticulously managed timberland investment with outstanding recreational attributes and established annual income. The quality of this property is a direct reflection of generations of thoughtful land stewardship, with an attention to detail evident throughout its timber stands, conservation areas, and extensive management infrastructure.
The property consists of approximately 524 acres of professionally managed pine plantations, including longleaf, loblolly, and slash pine established between 2006 and 2026. The diversity of species and age classes reflects a deliberate approach to timber management, providing opportunities for both near-term and long-term investment. Approximately 84 acres of natural woodlands complement the planted acreage, contributing to the property's exceptional wildlife habitat and natural diversity.
Perhaps the best example of the care invested in this property is its 20-acre riparian corridor, enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) through 2046. Approximately 20-25 years ago, the current owner's father meticulously planted a diverse collection of native hardwood and pine species throughout this area. His work included establishing a 2-3 acre cherrybark oak plantation, which remains a distinctive feature of the property today. This area is a testament to the foresight and dedication that have shaped the property over time.
An additional 64 acres of established longleaf pine west of Dyras Road are enrolled in CRP through 2031. Together, the longleaf and riparian CRP programs generate over $5,000 in annual income. The property also features approximately 40 acres of non-irrigated cropland, historically leased for $3,200 annually, with the current lease expiring following the 2026 harvest. These agricultural and conservation programs have collectively generated approximately $8,500 in annual income.
The recreational quality of this property is equally remarkable. Having experienced virtually no hunting pressure in recent years, the farm offers exceptional free-range whitetail deer habitat. Plentiful whitetail deer and multiple coveys of wild quail are present, further demonstrating the quality and diversity of the property's wildlife habitat. The combination of agricultural fields, established pine plantations, natural hardwoods, and abundant water resources provides outstanding conditions for deer, turkey, quail, and other native wildlife.
Among the property's more remarkable natural features is a centuries-old live oak. The owners had the tree professionally bored to estimate its age, with the results indicating that it predates the founding of the United States in 1776. This historic tree is another distinguishing feature of a property shaped by generations of careful stewardship.
Water features are plentiful, including more than 3,100 feet along Gum Slough on the eastern tract, approximately 3,950 feet along Boggy Branch, and 3,700 feet along an unnamed seasonal creek on the western tract. Two ponds, measuring approximately 1.2 acres and 0.25 acres, further enhance the property's recreational appeal.
The same level of care is apparent in the property's accessibility, maintenance, and boundary identification. Approximately 7.5 miles of well-maintained internal trails and firebreaks provide excellent access throughout the timber stands and recreational areas. The property has been surveyed, with all corners clearly marked and readily visible, further reflecting the attention to detail that has characterized its management. Road frontage includes approximately 3,095 feet of paved frontage on South Rocky Creek Road, more than 9,500 feet along Dyras Road, and 3,267 feet of paved frontage on Highway 55.
What distinguishes this property is not simply its acreage or individual features, but the quality of management evident throughout. Decades of deliberate timber management, conservation efforts, and consistent maintenance have created a landholding that is as functional and productive as it is beautiful. The results of that stewardship are readily apparent, offering a future owner the opportunity to build upon an exceptional foundation.
Property Restrictions: The property will be conveyed subject to deed restrictions prohibiting poultry houses, modular homes, and mobile homes.
Properties of this caliber are the product of time, foresight, and consistent management. With its diverse timber resources, established income streams, exceptional recreational attributes, and extensive infrastructure, this Houston County property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial landholding with a legacy of stewardship already in place.
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