Secluded Sporting Retreat: Timber...Tillable & Prime Hunting Acreage Located between Smithfield & Bernadotte, IL Discover 40 +/- acres of pristine Illinois landscape nestled near the winding Spoon River. This versatile tract offers the perfect marriage of rugged recreational terrain and peaceful rural living, making it an ideal acquisition for the serious hunter or those seeking a private homestead. Property Highlights Premier Hunting Grounds: 35 +/- acres of timber, renowned for producing trophy-class whitetail deer and wild turkey. Income & Strategy: Approximately 5 acres of tillable cropland, perfect for generating annual cash rent or establishing high-yield food plots to manage local wildlife. Ultimate Privacy: Situated at the end of a quiet, dead-end country road with very little traffic. Building Potential: The tillable acreage is framed by timber to the north and south, creating a naturally secluded and picturesque site for a custom country home or hunting cabin. Location & Logistics The property offers the rare "best of both worlds"—absolute seclusion without sacrificing proximity to regional hubs: 20 Minutes East of Macomb 30 Minutes West of Peoria
Tremendous trophy deer Abundant turkey Great access to Spoon River with fishing and waterfowl New trails through-out acreage Multiple food plot areas Cedar thickets for bedding Great cabin/building site Dead-end road
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Last updated by owner on Jul 2, 2026.
Climate risks
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Smithfield, IL • 61477
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Redfin Estimate for N Tarters Ferry Ln
$226,086
$13K under list price of $239K
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