Imagine waking up on 40 breathtaking acres in Chadwick, where county-maintained roads lead you home to a private Ozarks retreat. Whether you're looking for a full-time homestead, hunting property, family getaway, or weekend escape, this one checks all the boxes.Sits entirely inside the forest's boundaries. Mark Twain National Forest, this remarkable acreage offers direct access to nature and is located just 2-3 miles from the renowned Chadwick Motorcycle & ATV Trail System, featuring more than 1,000 miles of trails. Wildlife is plentiful, making it a dream setting for hunters, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a peaceful escape surrounded by the beauty of the Ozarks. A 20-foot-deep lake that was fully stocked creates the perfect setting for fishing, relaxing, and making memories. A natural spring flows on the land, with Swan Creek nearby for even more outdoor recreation.Established blackberries, raspberries, and gooseberries are already in place, adding to the property's homestead appeal. Mature timber provides privacy, natural beauty, and habitat for native Ozarks wildlife. Improvements include a 75' pole barn with a concrete floor, multiple chicken coops and poultry buildings, a garden shed, electricity on site, and a 220-foot well that simply needs a pump installed. The original home remains on the land.With no known restrictions, you'll have the freedom to create the lifestyle you've envisioned. Just 3 miles from the county fire department, this rare offering combines privacy, recreation, and self-sufficiency in one incredible package. Properties like this--offering a lake, natural spring, mature timber, forest borders, trails, fruit-bearing plants, and room to roam--don't come around often. Come experience everything this remarkable Ozarks retreat has to offer.