NATURE'S CANVAS AWAITS IN JONES COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI! This private 80-acre property is nestled nearly 800 feet off the lightly traveled Will Young Road near Ovett, MS. Features include deeded access, a gated entrance, and an excellent internal road system. It is located 16 miles south of Laurel, MS and 16 miles north of Richton, MS. Embrace the secluded charm and potential this property has to offer and start creating the life you've always imagined.
HUNTING, RECREATION, DE SOTO NATIONAL FOREST. This expansive lot offers a blank slate for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, complete with a streamside management zone and bordered by majestic hardwoods, creating an ideal habitat for local fauna. A small seasonal creek cuts across the eastern side of the tract. Area wildlife include whitetail deer, turkey, squirrel, and other small game typically found in South Mississippi. JO80 is less than one-half mile from the 518,000-acre De Soto National Forest, known for its excellent hunting as well as hiking and horse-riding trails. This close proximity to the national forest adds more ways to enjoy outdoor activities.
WEEKEND HIDEAWAY, HUNTING CAMP, OR SECLUDED HOME SITE. Maybe you desire to lay down roots and create your own private homestead. Perhaps you want a spot to enjoy nature in your own hunting camp or weekend getaway house. With a blank canvas to work with, you can truly make this spot your own piece of paradise. There are no restrictions in this area, so a mobile home or a RV pad for a more camping out feel are options. Power and water access are available from the main road, ensuring a seamless transition to your new lifestyle. Utilities are available through Dixie Electric Power Association and J. P. Utility District for water. JO80 is in the Northeast Jones School area.
POSSIBLE POULTRY OR TREE FARM. As an investment/business opportunity, this property is perfectly suited for building six to eight chicken houses, meeting all necessary criteria for a thriving poultry operation. Alternatively, this tract has the potential to be developed into a flourishing tree farm. Walley Forestry Consultants specializes in assisting landowners develop their tree farms and can assist you in every step of the process.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS. Nearby Laurel, MS offers unique shopping and restaurants, as well as the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art and the Veterans Memorial Museum.
LOCATION. From Will Young Road via U. S. Highway 15, Laurel is 16 miles to the north and Richton is 16 miles to the south of JO80. Distances from other metropolitan areas are Hattiesburg 25 miles, Mobile, AL 95 miles, New Orleans, LA 135 miles, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast 93 miles.