Check out the lake!! Over 1,500 pristine acres in Georgia. $11,000,000.

Property Features

Overview & Pricing

• Price: $11,000,000 (Buckelew Farm)
• Address: Upper River Rd, Macon, GA 31211
• Acreage: 1,544 Acres
• Property Type: Single Family / Farm / Recreational Retreat
• Year Built: 2012 (Main Lodge)

This massive 1,544-acre estate offers an unparalleled opportunity for anyone seeking a premier residence for sale in Central Georgia. With its vast acreage and custom improvements, it stands out as a top-tier property for sale for a legacy investor.

The Custom Lodge & Amenities

• Size: 4,000 sq. ft. Custom-built Lodge
• Layout: 5 Bedrooms / 4.5 Bathrooms
• Interior Details: Modern amenities, spacious office, masonry fireplace, and a full bar.
• Recreation: Finished basement recreation area, porches, and scenic patios.
• Additional Housing: Includes a manager’s home and a designated building site across the lake for future expansion.

The main residence is designed for luxury entertaining and comfort, making it a truly unique house for sale for those who value craftsmanship. These high-end amenities ensure the estate serves as a perfect family residence for sale or private getaway.

Outdoor & Land Features

• Water Features: 20-acre private lake, duck pond, and miles of shaded creeks.
• Sportsman’s Paradise: Managed dove field, multiple deer stands, and a 1,200-yard rifle range.
• Trails & Terrain: 20+ miles of internal trails and roads for ATV/UTV riding, hiking, or horseback riding.
• Conservation: Managed pine and mature hardwood stands; recognized as Georgia Tree Farm of the Year.
• Conservation Easement: Protected under a Working Forest Conservation Easement to preserve habitat and resources.

This property for sale is a world-class recreational retreat with diverse wildlife habitat and professionally managed timber. It is rare to find such a well-maintained house for sale that includes a private lake and award-winning forestry.

From Zillow

Located just minutes from historic Macon, Georgia, Buckelew Farm offers 1,544 acres of pristine woods, creeks, a 20-acre lake, and 20+ miles of trails. Buckelew Farm checks every box for premier hunting, fishing, and all outdoor enjoyment. A custom lodge, barns, and well managed land make this the ultimate private retreat-an enduring legacy for generations to come.Miles of scenic trails and roads invite exploration across the diverse landscape. Majestic pine stands provide a sanctuary for wild quail, while miles of shaded creeks and hardwood bottoms support thriving populations of deer and turkey.

A beautifully maintained 20-acre lake, complemented by a duck pond and planted dove field, enhances the property’s appeal for sportsmen and family enjoyment. For the outdoor enthusiast or family retreat, Buckelew Farm offers countless pursuits-from fishing and hunting to ATV/UTV riding, horseback riding, hiking, and wildlife photography. At the heart of the estate sits a custom-built 4,000-square-foot lodge, artfully designed for comfort and entertaining. The five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath residence includes modern amenities, a spacious office, porches, patios, and a finished basement recreation area with a full bar and masonry fireplace.

Supporting improvements include a manager’s home, multiple equipment barns, workshops, and outbuildings-providing everything needed for seamless land management or a private family retreat. A designated building site across the lake also allows for future expansion or guest quarters. This exceptional property offers a 20-acre private lake with duck pond, a managed dove field, multiple deer stands, and a 1,200-yard rifle range.

With 20 miles of internal trails, two miles of road frontage, and ideal terrain for ATV/UTV riding, horseback riding, and hiking, it delivers unmatched recreation and year-round outdoor enjoyment. Buckelew Farm also features ideal quail habitat with well-managed pine stands, diverse understory cover, and thoughtfully maintained openings that provide abundant feeding and nesting areas. Recognized as Georgia Tree Farm of the Year in both 2006 and 2016, Buckelew Farm has long been celebrated for its dedication to responsible land and timber management. The property’s timber stands are expertly managed, blending mature pine and mature hardwoods to create both ecological, aesthetic, and economic value.

Protected under a Working Forest Conservation Easement, the property ensures long term stewardship-preserving wildlife habitat, water quality, and timber resources for generations to come.   Located in the heart of central Georgia, the property lies within a region known for its rolling terrain, rich soils, and diverse wildlife habitat. The area experiences a mild, four-season climate with warm summers, cool winters, and long growing seasons that support robust forestry and agricultural production.

Reliable rainfall and temperate weather make the region ideal for year-round outdoor recreation, land management, and wildlife conservation. Buckelew Farm offers the tranquility of rural Georgia while remaining exceptionally accessible. It sits less than 10 minutes from Macon, just 10 miles from Middle Georgia Regional Airport, and about 85 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, with Atlanta and Athens both an easy 1.5-hour drive.