Ridge Road Estate - 303 +/- Acres in Opelika City Limits

Southeastern Land Group is proud to present the stunning Ridge Road Estate in Lee County, AL! This incredibly rare property is one of, if not the finest, recreational tracts available within the city limits of Opelika. Spanning an impressive 303 acres, it offers the perfect blend of pasture, timber, trails, and food plots. Paired with the exceptional 12-acre lake, this estate is nothing short of paradise. If you've ever dreamed of having your own hunting, fishing, and recreational retreat, with the privacy of living on over 300 acres, all within minutes of shopping, restaurants, and modern conveniences, this is your opportunity. Experience country living with everything you need right here in town. As you enter through the gate, you are greeted by the warm welcome of mature timber, gently rolling pastures, and a feeling of relaxation that will make you feel right at home. HOME Spanning approximately 2,000 sq. ft., this spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath barndominium features an attached garage with ample space for your boat, tractor, and UTVs. The wrap-around porches on the first and second stories provide the perfect setting for relaxation or entertainment. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee while watching the deer and turkey that frequent the yard, or fire up the grill and invite family and friends over for an afternoon watching the game. Whatever your preference, you can guarantee the afternoon sunsets over the lake will be second to none. If you need additional space, this property offers several prime homesites for building your dream home on the picturesque landscape, while the current home would make a perfect guest house or a gathering place for events with loved ones. WATER FEATURES One of the standout features of this property is the professionally managed bass ponds. Stocked with F1 tiger bass, one pond is approximately 12 acres and an impressive 32 feet deep. It is surrounded by pasture and features a large covered dock equipped with two boat slips and a watchtower to take in the views. Several Texas Hunter fish feeders are strategically placed around the lake to provide year-round nutrition for the fish. The second pond, approximately 1.5 acres, also features a small pier equipped with a Texas Hunter feeder. Waterfowl, such as blue-winged teal and Canadian geese, use the ponds each year. Whether you're trophy fishing, catching dinner, letting your dogs swim and play, or going for an afternoon boat ride, these ponds promise enjoyment and memories that will last a lifetime. Additionally, a beautiful creek meanders along the southern border of the property, showcasing rocky features and several small waterfalls that are truly a sight to see. LAND The land consists of gently rolling topography, with a blend of open land/pastures and mixed hardwoods and pines throughout the property, providing the perfect opportunity for a horse farm or cattle ranch. The diverse landscape serves as excellent habitat for the abundant wildlife, with several food plots and mast-producing trees offering ample nutrition. This property is known for producing impressive whitetails and healthy turkey broods year after year. It also features over six miles of well-maintained roads and trails, perfect for long leisurely UTV or horseback rides. These roads also allow you to slip into your hunting stands undetected and provide travel corridors for the wildlife. There are 5 spacious hydraulic lift shooting houses that can also be sold with the property. DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL One of the most unique aspects of this property is its residential development potential. Existing infrastructure includes ample paved road frontage, water, and both above and below-ground power supplying the current home, as well as transmission lines and a power substation bordering the property. Sewer access is less than a mile down the road, where development is actively taking place. Opelika was recognized in 2023 as one of the top 10 fastest-growing cities in Alabama, and Lee County is also among the fastest-growing counties in the state. This property is just a minute's drive to Interstate 85, 12 miles to downtown Auburn, 30 minutes to Lake Martin, 30 minutes to LaGrange, and an hour and a half to Atlanta. Properties with this level of potential do not come on the market very often. If you're looking to embrace the land-living lifestyle within city limits or have been waiting for the perfect property for high-end development, give Dent or Brian a call. We'd be glad to give you a tour!