Income Producing Recreational Cabin – National Forest Area

Location:  This property is nestled in the heart of the Ouachita National Forest in a beautiful valley setting between the majestic Kiamichi Mountain Range to the South and Rich Mountain to the North.  The property is less than ¼ mile from the Upper Kiamichi River, which is a near year round source of crystal clear water that provides recreational opportunities for fishing and kayaking.  This property has frontage along the East property line to the 1.5 million acre Ouachita National Forest, which provides direct access to hunting opportunities for whitetail deer, eastern wild turkey, black bear, wild hog and other small game as well as direct access to an impressive network of ATV, hiking and horseback riding trails that are operated and maintained by the US Forest Service.  The property is located in the small community of Big Cedar, Oklahoma.  Nearby towns include Broken Bow, Hochatown, Talihina and Poteau, which is the county seat.  Broken Bow Lake, which offers some of the best fishing in Oklahoma, is only a short 45 minute drive away to the South.  Sardis Lake, Cedar Lake and Wister Lake are only minutes away as well.  The Talimena Scenic Drive is five miles North of the Cabin.   The property is a 1.5 hour drive from Fort Smith, Arkansas and about 3.5 hours from Dallas, Texas.  Property Address:  61213 Rising Star Lane; Muse, Oklahoma 74949.

Services to Property:  Electricity, rural water and conventional septic system. 

Land:  The cabin sits on a large ½ acre lot that is mostly open with a scattering of mature hardwood timber that is native to south-eastern Oklahoma.  The land adjoins the 1.5 million acre Ouachita National Forest area on the East side.

Access:  This property has legal and all-weather access by means of a gravel county-maintained road (Patterson Road).

Cabin:  The cabin was constructed in 2019 and includes approximately 1130 square feet of heated and cooled living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large kitchen/living room and covered front porch.  The exterior of the cabin is constructed of rustic pine log siding, brown metal skirting and copper coloured 26-gauge metal roofing.  The interior walls and ceilings of the cabin are finished in rustic tongue and groove pine and the floors are covered with stained hardwood.   The cabin has energy efficient double pained vinyl windows, electric hot water heater, and a central HVAC system.  All the windows have high end wood blinds.  The level of craftsmanship, attention to detail and quality trim work throughout the cabin is very impressive.  This cabin comes cabin comes completely furnished with all furniture and appliances shown in the pictures with the exception of the TV in the living room.  Approximate room dimensions are as follows:

Living Room/Kitchen: (19 feet x 24 feet) – The kitchen and living room have an open floor plan concept.  This room has 10 foot tall stud walls and a vaulted ceiling measuring 17’-6” at the peak.  The walls and ceiling are covered with rustic tongue and groove pine and the floors are covered with stained hardwood.  There are several windows in this room for natural lighting.   The kitchen appliances shown in the pictures convey with the sale.  The kitchen counter tops are granite and there is an under mount kitchen sink with oil rubbed bronze faucet. 

Bedroom #1 & Bedroom #2: (11 foot x 12 foot) – Both of these bedrooms are downstairs.  The walls and ceilings are finished in rustic tongue and groove pine and the floors are stained hardwood.  Each of the rooms contain custom built cabinetry.  Additionally, each room has a set of double windows for natural lighting. 

Downstairs Bathroom:  There is a large downstairs bathroom that has a toilet and sink area and a large walk-in shower that is in its own room. The walk-in shower has a glass door, granite tiles and oil rubbed bronze faucet.

Stairs:  In the living room there is a set of stairs leading to the upstairs bedroom and bathroom.  The stairs have custom built metal railing, stained oak steps and rustic tongue and groove pine.  There is an L shaped storage area underneath the stairs which house the hot water heater and serve as an area for storage of cleaning supplies and equipment.

Bedroom #3:  12 feet x 16 feet) – This bedroom is located upstairs.  The room has a vaulted ceiling with walls and ceiling covered in rustic tongue and groove pine.  There is custom built cabinetry on each side of the bed with a window for natural lighting. 

Upstairs Bathroom: (8 feet x 9 feet) – The upstairs bathroom has a toilet, single vanity sink and large walk-in shower with glass door, granite tile and oil rubbed bronze fixtures.

Covered Front Porch: (6 feet x 14 feet) – There is a large covered front porch with custom metal railing.  The front porch offers a great view of several mountain ranges located in the Ouachita National Forest area.

Agent’s Comments:  This is a beautiful custom built cabin with a high level of craftsmanship, attention to detail and quality trim work throughout.  The location provides an ideal setting for a relaxing and peaceful weekend getaway from city life or even a full time residence.  No traffic, no hurrying, just simple life away from the hectic city.  The location is ideal with great access to the many recreational opportunities offered by the Kiamichi River and Ouachita National Forest.  This cabin has great income producing potential as a Short Term Rental.