Cross Streets: County Road 18 & County Road 25. ** Directions: Head south on ON-416 S. Take exit 34 toward Kemptville/Merrickville. Merge onto County Rd 43. At the roundabout, continue straight to stay on County Rd 43. Turn left onto Somerville Rd. Turn right onto County Rd 18. Welcome to 1701 County Road 18, an exceptional 57-acre farm minutes from Kemptville, offering productive farmland, extensive agricultural infrastructure, and the opportunity to establish or expand your farming operation. With approximately 31 acres under cultivation in productive Grenville loam, this property suits livestock, cash cropping, hay production, or diversified farming. What sets this farm apart is its collection of functional agricultural buildings, providing infrastructure costly to reproduce today. The original century dairy barn, once used for milking cows, is complemented by a beef cattle loafing barn, machine shed, equipment repair shop, and large, dry hay barn storing up to 400 large square bales. A former riding arena with a sand base, later used for sheep, offers versatility for livestock or equestrian use. Additional features include a welding shop, grain bins, a 20' x 40' greenhouse on a concrete base, and numerous outbuildings. Many buildings have electricity and water. And then there's the farmhouse! Built in 1840 with a substantial addition completed in 2004, this four-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers comfortable country living. The addition provides generous living space, including a large laundry room, bathroom, and family area. Well maintained and livable today, the home offers opportunities for cosmetic improvements. Features include slate kitchen countertops, a steel roof, wood/electric heating, drilled well, and septic system. Outside, enjoy a covered porch, above-ground pool, outdoor wood sauna, and detached single-car garage. Currently zoned Special Agricultural Kennel, the property offers possibilities for kennel or other permitted agricultural uses. Whether expanding a livestock operation, establishing a family farm, or developing a diversified agricultural business, 1701 County Road 18 offers productive land, substantial farm infrastructure, a comfortable family home, and a convenient location close to Kemptville. (id:27476)
