110 +/- Acre Turn-Key Cattle Ranch with 3900+ ft of Piney Creek Frontage Evening Shade, Arkansas
Welcome to one of the most meticulously designed and maintained working cattle farms in the Ozarks a place where every pasture, every fence line, and every water source has been thoughtfully developed to create the perfect balance between productivity and peace. This 110 +/- acre farm, located near Evening Shade, Arkansas, straddling Sharp and Izard Counties, offers a rare opportunity for cattlemen or families seeking to live the Ozark dream where you can run livestock, hunt, fish, and relax all on your own land.
A 2013 Custom Built Home that Overlooks it All
Sitting proudly on a gentle hill with sweeping views of the Ozark landscape, this custom-built home showcases craftsmanship, comfort, and practicality. With over 5,200 square feet under roof (about 3,534 heated and cooled), it provides ...
Sitting proudly on a gentle hill with sweeping views of the Ozark landscape, this custom-built home showcases craftsmanship, comfort, and practicality. With over 5,200 square feet under roof (about 3,534 heated and cooled), it provides ample space for family, entertaining, and ranch living.
Step inside and you’ll find:
Vaulted pine ceilings with some cedar and custom wood flooring that capture the warmth of the Ozarks.
A gourmet kitchen featuring knotty alder cabinets, granite countertops, kitchen island with vegetable sink, and top-tier appliances.
A large, open-concept living and dining area that flows to a covered back deck, ideal for relaxing or entertaining while overlooking the timbered ridge and a food plot.
A primary suite with four closets, double sinks, a jetted tub, laundry area, and a private balcony leading outside.
Two additional bedrooms and another full bath on the main floor.
The finished basement offers a second living area, guest room, full bath, craft or quilting room, secure gun room, and its own laundry area, making it ideal for a mother-in-law suite or guest quarters. With barn wood, cypress, and tin accents paired with stained concrete floors, it perfectly combines rustic charm with modern comfort.
All closets throughout the home are cedar-lined, adding to the warmth and attention to detail that define this property.
Utilities & Comfort Systems
The home’s heating and water systems are designed with efficiency and flexibility in mind:
Central propane heat and air, plus an outdoor wood-burning furnace that preheats water through the hot water heater and circulates through HVAC coils significantly reducing utility bills.
The system can switch between propane and wood heat with a wall-mounted thermostat.
Backup infrared heat and a wood stove in the basement add extra comfort.
Owned propane tank and generator-ready electric panel.
Underground dog fence wiring is installed around the yard just plug in the control box and it’s ready to go.
French drain system across the front of the home, tied into the gutter system, keeps the property perfectly dry and clean year-round.
Ranch Infrastructure & Water Systems
This property was designed from the ground up for serious cattle operation and long-term ease of management. The setup is efficient, clean, and reliable a dream for anyone running livestock.
Seven individual fields, all cross-fenced, each with Mirafount freeze-proof water tanks connected to the well system.
Several tanks service up to three pastures at once, ensuring water is always available.
4,500 feet of underground pipeline runs throughout the property, feeding six tanks and five freeze-proof hydrants located at the shop, equipment shed, garden, and working pens.
The property includes two ponds, a seasonal creek, and year-round flow from Piney Creek, ensuring every pasture has a reliable water source and a swimming hole to enjoy!
180 working pen with head chute makes livestock handling safe and efficient.
All pastures are cattle-fenced out of the creeks to protect water quality and banks.
Electric service is available in the shop, equipment shed, and chicken coop.
Every fence line is clear and clean, with native grasses and wildflowers planted between tree lines to attract pollinators, improve aesthetics, and maintain clean fencelines.
With the strategic layout, you can drive around the property by ATV without opening a single gate an enormous convenience when checking cattle.
Around the Homestead
The home’s surrounding acreage is equally impressive and beautifully maintained.
Raised garden beds and fenced garden area ready for planting.
Chicken coop with its own hot water heater to warm water for livestock in cold months.
Fruit and vines include bronze and red muscadines, thornless blackberries, elderberries, peach, plum, and apple trees.
An area for raising and processing meat chickens is already in place and ready to go.
This property has been meticulously cared for since 2013 by sellers who built it to last and never planned to sell until they found a larger farm to expand their family operation.
Equipment Option
A 2016 Mahindra 4x4 tractor with loader (approx. 1,000 hours) is available with the property for $16,500 firm the perfect tool for immediate use on this turn-key operation.
Recreation, Wildlife & Hunting
Beyond its role as a top-producing cattle ranch, this property doubles as a hunter’s paradise. With hardwoods, food plots, creeks, and pastures, wildlife thrives here. Expect to see whitetail deer and wild turkey frequently, with plenty of room to expand your hunting setup.
Fishing, kayaking, and swimming in Piney Creek provide recreation for all ages. Whether you’re managing livestock or watching the sunset from your back deck, this property delivers the full Ozark lifestyle.
A True Ozark Dream
Located just minutes from Cave City, Ash Flat, and Melbourne, this property combines rural peace and privacywith easy access to town amenities. It’s a rare opportunity to own a farm that truly checks every box a working ranch, hunting retreat, and peaceful home in one.
If you’ve been searching for that perfect Ozark farm that’s ready to go, where the infrastructure is already in place, the land is clean, and the home is warm and welcoming, this is the property for you.
This is more than a farm it’s a lifestyle. It’s where your mornings start with the sound of cattle lowing across the fields and your evenings end watching the sunset over Piney Creek.
Contact Your Local Land Specialist
Pamela WelchMossy Oak Properties Selling Arkansas
Cell: 870-897-0700 | Office: Housing Opportunity
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Research Parcel InformationFrom Evening Shade head west on W Main St, take a right onto Cammack St. Take a left onto Spring St, continue onto Bear Creek Rd. Take a left onto Jacks Schoolhouse Rd, take another left onto Earl Rd. The property will be on the left.
Hi, I’m Pamela Welch — Principal Broker and Owner of Mossy Oak Properties Selling Arkansas.Partnering with the national brand Mossy Oak Properties has been one of the best decisions of my career. I’m honored to have been named Nationwide Agent of the Year in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and now 2024, and I consistently rank among the top-selling land and home agents in the country.My husband, Arlon Welch, is a lifelong farmer and one of Arkansas’s most respected land development experts. From creating premier duck clubs to clearing, improving, and transforming raw land into exceptional real estate, Arlon’s expertise adds tremendous value to every property we touch. If you need land improved or developed—he’s your guy.When you work with me, you’re not just hiring a real estate agent—you’re gaining the full strength of a dedicated, knowledgeable, and hardworking team that knows Arkansas land, homes, and the people who love them. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.Call or text me anytime at (870) 897-0700.We proudly serve ALL of Arkansas, and yes—we’ll drive to you! Let’s make your real estate goals a reality.