True Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity: Private Retreat in Bankhead National Forest!
Opportunities like this simply do not come around. This privately held 40+/- acre tract is tucked away in one of the most sought-after and protected areas in Alabama, situated deep within Bankhead National Forest and less than a mile from the legendary Sipsey Wilderness Area, the first federally designated wilderness east of the Mississippi River.
Offering true seclusion and unmatched natural beauty, this property features a well-maintained cabin built in 1985 with approximately 1,080 square feet of living space. The home includes two bedrooms, two full baths, a semi-finished basement (an additional 1,000 square feet), wraparound porches, and a striking wood-burning fireplace that anchors the rustic interior.
Outside, a gazebo and small horse barn provide charm and utility, with storage for all your recreational equipment. The land is rich in mature white oak timber and is enhanced by more than a quarter mile of frontage along Tedford Creek, a large, year-round creek that flows directly into the Sipsey River just downstream of the property's border. Excellent opportunities for hunting, hiking, horseback riding, and relaxation abound.
Accessed by a well maintained gravel road off Northwest Road, this property is a true gem, combining wilderness, privacy, and comfort in a location where private ownership is virtually unheard of. This is a legacy property in every sense of the word.
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Pending
$650,000
0 Northwest Rd, Mount Hope, AL 35651
2beds
2,090sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
40 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$311/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listed by:
Austin Littrell,
Mossy Oak Properties Southeast Land & Wildlife, LLC 256-345-0074
Source: REALSTACK,MLS#: 83452
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,090
- Total interior livable area: 2,090 sqft
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Property
Lot
- Size: 40 Acres
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Mount Hope
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $311/sqft
- Date on market: 3/8/2026
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8/2026 | Pending sale | $650,000$311/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
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Est. payment
$3,226/mo
Principal & interest
$3063
Property taxes
$163
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 35651
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mt Hope High SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 6.6 mi
- 4/10Hatton High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 14.8 mi





