Private Mountain Lake Estate for Sale in Wayne County, Missouri – 525± Acres of Pure Ozark Beauty

Private Mountain Lake Estate for Sale in Wayne County, Missouri – 525± Acres of Pure Ozark Beauty

If you’ve been dreaming of owning a truly one-of-a-kind property in the Ozarks, this Private Mountain Lake Estate in Wayne County, Missouri is something special. Sitting on 525 acres m/l, this place has everything people look for in a premier Missouri recreational property—from five private lakes to untouched hardwood forest, incredible wildlife, and a historic 1920s Bootlegger’s home full of character.

This is the kind of property that doesn’t come around often, and when it does, it usually stays in families for generations.

Five Private Lakes & Outstanding Fishing

One of the first things that grabs your attention is the water—five clear, spring-fed lakes totaling around 135 surface acres. These lakes offer fantastic trophy fishing for:

🎣 Bass
🎣 Crappie
🎣 Bluegill
🎣 Sunfish

Whether you’re casting a line at sunrise or taking a peaceful boat ride in the evening, this property gives you your own private slice of Missouri lake life.

A Century-Old Hardwood Forest

Surrounding the lakes is an absolutely beautiful mature hardwood forest that hasn’t been touched in over 100 years. This timber creates great habitat for wildlife, adds long-term value, and gives the property that secluded Ozark feel that so many buyers are searching for.

Incredible Wildlife & Bird Habitat

If you enjoy the outdoors, this place delivers. It’s loaded with wildlife, including:

🦅 A nesting pair of Bald Eagles
🦢 Trumpeter Swans during winter
🦉 Several species of hawks and owls
🦃 Turkey, dove, geese, and ducks
🦌 A strong whitetail deer population

Whether you love hunting, bird watching, photography, or simply enjoying nature, this is a dream property in southeast Missouri.

Historic 1920s Bootlegger’s Home

Adding even more character is a granite lodge built back in the Prohibition era by a rumored Bootlegger. The property later became a private retreat for a professional baseball player in the 1940s. Over the years, stories have circulated that Presidents Harry S. Truman and Dwight D. Eisenhower even visited the ranch.

Homes with this kind of history and charm just don’t come around often.

A Property With Real Opportunity

While this is an incredible personal retreat, it also has the infrastructure to support bigger ideas. The property includes:

  • Underground electricity run through key areas

  • Multiple water wells

  • An accessible road system

  • Plenty of potential building sites

It could easily be developed into a corporate retreat, private resort, family compound, or a series of lakeside cabins. Or simply enjoy it as the ultra-private escape it already is.

Secluded, but Still Convenient

You’ll feel miles away from everything, but the estate is still only about 2 hours south of the St. Louis International Airport. It’s an ideal getaway that’s easy to reach yet completely peaceful and private.

Shown Only to Pre-Qualified Buyers

Because of its size, history, and exclusivity, this private lake property in Missouri is offered by appointment only to pre-qualified buyers.

Interested in a Private Showing?

United Country – Birdsong Auction & Real Estate Group is proud to work with Hunting Country on this once-in-a-lifetime Missouri tract.

For details or to schedule your showing:

Travis Birdsong
📞 573-429-7069
📧 Travis@BirdsongAuction.com

Cody Birdsong
📞 573-718-0138
📧 Cwbirdsong@gmail.com

Office: 573-718-0138