The surrounding area was in the throes of the massive logging that cut most of the Ozark forests. With the newly opened land, the early owner started a dairy farm. In the 1920’s, a large gambrel roof barn (pictured) was added. And in the 1930’s, a second home was built next to the original 1899 farmhouse.

By the 1980’s, the dairy business had played out and the farm was converted to grazing land for beef cattle. This was a common transition for many of the farms in the area.

In 2020, the land was purchased and the farmhouse, along with the newer house, were renovated to accommodate life with modern convenience while retaining the former charm of the dairy farm.

Today, one can enjoy the Huzzah River, which runs through the front of the property and the Mark Twain National Forest connected to the back of the property. Three pastures have been converted from grazing land to a planting of native grasses and wildflowers.

The river has a large gravel bar for wading, hanging out with your group, or just sitting quietly as the water flows by. The National Forest offers over 6,000 acres of land to hike, hunt and explore. The 14 acres of native grasses and wildflowers offers a chance to see Missouri in all it’s beauty.