Ultimate 45-acre hunting and fishing paradise with a private boat launch along the Payette River on the outskirts of Emmett, Idaho. This rare legacy property offers a variety of recreational opportunities, water rights, wildlife, and breathtaking unspoiled natural beauty.Keep it as one parcel or take advantage of its development potential.LandOne of the main highlights of the property is its abundance of water. There is approximately 1/2 mile of river frontage and 4 bass and duck ponds. Even though it is close to town, this haven feels very secluded. Idaho Fish and Game land lies to the Northwest of the property across the river and City of Emmett land lies to the East. For additional solitude, in the middle of the property is an island surrounded by the Payette River. The acreage also consists of cornfields and pasture ground irrigated by ditches. Except for the river frontage the entire perimeter is fenced with wire fencing and it is gated at the entrance for privacy. There are also an apple tree and multiple wild blackberries bushes dispersed throughout the property. Power is already installed on the property. The access road to the gate is paved and there are dirt roads winding throughout the property. The property was rezoned to A2 Rural Transitional Agricultural and has development potential for up to 7 building lots contingent on county approval and regulations. See the Document links below for a map and description of the proposed split options. 1/2 Mile Payette River Frontage Apple Trees Corn Fields Development Potential Close to Town Fishing Gravity Flow Ditch Irrigation Hunting Island Pasture Ponds (4 Total for Bass & Ducks) Private Boat Launch Tree Stand (2-Person) Water Rights Wild Blackberries RecreationThe retreat is a prime location for hunters and fishermen attracting a variety of wildlife. For waterfowl hunters there are mallards, wood ducks, and geese, for upland bird hunters quail, pheasant, and turkey, and for big game hunters there are even mule deer. All these hunting options on one property! The property is in hunting unit 38 which allows non-rifle multi-sex tags for deer. There is also a two-person tree stand hunting blind constructed on the edge of one of the fields which serve as the perfect location to spot this wildlife. Avid fishermen will enjoy catching largemouth bass and bluegill from the retreat's multiple ponds or along the riverbank. Borders the Payette River Borders Payette River Wildlife Management Area 1.8 miles from Gem County Golf Course 1.8 miles from Emmett Municipal Airport 2.1 miles from Gem Island Sports Complex 2.5 miles from Downtown Emmett 2.7 miles from Sawyers Pond 3.2 miles from Star Lane Wildlife Habitat Area 8.5 miles from Wild Rose Park 8.7 miles from Black Canyon Dam 10 miles from Black Canyon Park 11.1 miles from Firebird Raceway 14.7 miles from Roystone Hot Springs 18.4 miles from Montour Wildlife Management Area Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources3 separate IDWR water rights exist, some of which are year-round water rights for the ponds. The oldest right dates back to 1875.Two of the water rights are for irrigation, and one is specifically for wildlife/storage (ie the ponds). The wildlife/storage water right is a year-round water right. Water rights total 6.37 cfs. All three water rights have 3 PODs (points of diversion), enabling the user to use the water from the Smith Ditch via gravity flow, or pump directly from the river to 2 separate locations on the property.The current owner uses the water shares to irrigate the fields during the summer and hunting season and supply fresh water to the ponds year-round. LocationThe rural town of Emmett, Idaho is located a mere 5 minutes from the property, so you are close to shopping and services. Emmett, Idaho is a thriving community that serves as the county seat of Gem County. The region is known as "The Valley of Plenty" due to its bountiful agriculture industry and rich soils. Gem County produces a variety of tasty fruits from its abundant fruit orchards. These include cherries, apricots, apples, blueberries, and strawberries. In fact, the town even celebrates this during its Emmett Cherry Festival held every summer and the Harvest Festival held every fall. Many of the local orchards even allow the public to come and pick their own produce. Other notable agricultural roles in the Emmett Valley include dairy farming and livestock farming. Besides the agricultural advantages, Emmett residents also enjoy its close proximity to recreation, particularly hunting and fishing. Popular fishing holes include the Sagehen Reservoir and Black Canyon Dam. Area hunters appreciate the exceptional game bird hunting and big game hunting available at their fingertips. Other local natural attractions include the Payette River which winds through the community and Squaw Butte which many people enjoy hiking or snowshoeing.
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