39.55 Acres in Grace, ID - $477,000

Bring your fishing pole, horses, or other livestock and take advantage of this homestead opportunity in the quaint rural town of Grace. Trout Creek runs through the property, providing priority date irrigation water rights and fishing opportunities for rainbow trout and the occasional brown. The terrain is primarily flat and fully fenced with cross fencing separating the irrigated farmland from the natural grazing ground; and offers plenty of options for your residential or recreational build site, with a few neighbors already settled in. North Lago Road provides year-round paved road access plus approximately a quarter mile of frontage with overhead power along the road. The priority date water rights have gone through adjudication and been filed and an irrigation pump and wheel lines are included. A local farmer/rancher has been leasing the ground.There is no shortage of beautiful scenery. Enjoy the expansive views of the mountains and farmland and relish the fresh mountain air. The stars in the night sky seem to shine especially bright. Relax and enjoy stargazing without all the light pollution of the city. A residential or recreational build will require a well to be drilled for culinary water, a perc test to be performed for a septic system, and power pulled from the road or an alternative source such as solar.This is an outdoor recreation enthusiast’s paradise. With Cache National Forest, BLM ground, and state land close by, there are hundreds of miles of dirt roads and trails to explore horseback riding, hiking, backpacking, camping, mountain biking, cruising in ATVs, wildlife viewing, and big game and upland game hunting. Winter access to the public land requires a snow machine and opens the door to a magical winter wonderland adventure: snowmobiling, fat tire biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.Blackfoot and Alexander Reservoirs offer motorized and non-motorized boating, swimming, fishing, ice fishing, and birdwatching opportunities. The Oregon Trail Park and Marina on Alexander Reservoir has a boat access ramp for fishing and boating with a dock and day-use area conveniently located just off Highway 30. History buffs will appreciate the Oregon Trail Markers identifying the wagon wheel ruts from the early settlers. Blackfoot Reservoir is the second largest reservoir in southeastern Idaho, covering 18,000 surface acres when full and offers a campground and boat ramp managed by the Bureau of Land Management and known for an abundance of wildlife. Fall, big game hunters are drawn to this campground since it is centrally located between three popular hunting areas. The Blackfoot River, coming off the north side of the reservoir, offers non-motorized boaters an exciting float with over 23 miles, offering several Class II and a few Class III rapids. Both motorized and non-motorized boats are available to rent from Blackfoot Marina Rentals.Float, fish, or swim along the Bear River and Portneuf River, or enjoy a relaxing soak in the Lava Hot Springs mineral pools and return to warm up by a campfire or enjoy wildlife viewing from the privacy of your own backyard. This unique combination of irrigated farmland, pasture ground, and live water could be the recreational homestead opportunity you’ve been waiting for.