Blackwater Timberlands Bid Sale
Southampton, VA 23884
Sussex County, Virginia
Farm Description
Discover an exceptional timberland and recreational investment opportunity spanning approximately 8,320 acres across Isle of Wight, Southampton, Sussex, and Surrey Counties in southeastern Virginia. The Blackwater Timberlands portfolio combines institutional-quality timber management, prime hunting habitat, and strategic river frontage-all positioned within convenient proximity to major markets and transportation corridors.
Acreage
Total 8,320 acres
Fee acres 6,660 acres Southampton, Surrey, and Sussex Counties Timber deed acres 1,660 acres Isle of Wight County Location
Located primarily through Southampton and Sussex Counties around the City of Franklin, VA, this portfolio offers unmatched accessibility and market reach. The tracts are strategically dispersed from Waverly, VA to the North Carolina/Virginia boundary, with all holdings within 60 miles of Norfolk and Newport News
40 miles of Suffolk
65 miles of the Chesapeake Bay
75 miles of Richmond
Access
The portfolio features varied access across tracts, including paved road frontage, dirt road frontage, and easement accesses. Extensive internal road networks throughout the property provide excellent management flexibility and recreational access.
Features
Frontage along Nottaway River 6 Miles, Blackwater River 3 Miles, and Meherrin River 2.5 Miles Two conservation easements enhancing long-term stewardship value
Timber Management
The portfolio showcases professional timber management with a diversified mix of pine plantations, natural pine/hardwood stands, and bottomland hardwoods. This varied composition supports sustainable yield potential and ecosystem health.
Recreational & Wildlife Value
Prime deer and turkey habitat throughout the property makes this an outstanding recreational asset. The combination of diverse timber types, river frontage, and extensive road networks creates ideal conditions for quality hunting experiences and wildlife management.
Summary
Significant acreage with institutional timber management
Multiple revenue streams timber, conservation easements, and recreational potential
Strategic location near major population centers and markets
Diverse property composition supporting long-term sustainability
Excellent internal infrastructure and access
Prime wildlife habitat for recreational use and management
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