Courtesy: Whitetail Properties Real Estate
Grantson Martin
478-636-0237
Located on Everett Wood Road near Ideal in Macon County, Georgia, this exceptional 223.98+/- acre recreational property offers a rare opportunity to own a well-managed hunting tract with outstanding wildlife habitat, excellent access, and a proven history of producing quality whitetail deer. Whether you are searching for a private hunting retreat, a recreational investment, or a timber property with future income potential, this tract is set up to deliver. Approximately 185+/- acres of the property are planted in pine that is estimated to be around seven years old. These pre-merchantable pines provide excellent bedding and security cover for wildlife while also representing future timber value. Complementing the planted stands are mature natural pine and hardwood areas that create excellent habitat diversity throughout the property. The hardwood bottoms produce seasonal acorns that serve as a valuable natural food source for deer, turkey, and other wildlife during the fall hunting season. The property has been thoughtfully managed for recreation and hunting. A well-maintained internal and perimeter trail system provides convenient access throughout the tract for trucks, ATVs, side-by-sides, and hunting equipment. Multiple established food plots and open clearings are already in place, allowing the next owner to begin preparing immediately for the upcoming hunting season with minimal additional work. Wildlife habitat is one of this property's strongest attributes. The combination of young pine plantations, mature hardwoods, natural browse, food plots, and water sources creates ideal conditions for supporting healthy populations of whitetail deer, wild turkey, and waterfowl. A seasonal branch meanders through portions of the property, providing seasonal water that attracts ducks and other game while enhancing the overall habitat diversity. Trail camera photos have captured several impressive bucks, demonstrating the area's potential for quality deer hunting. Access to the property is both convenient and versatile. The tract features frontage along Everrett Wood Road and also benefits from easement access by way of a driveway from the paved road, making entry and equipment movement straightforward throughout the year. In addition to its recreational appeal, a portion of the property is currently enrolled in Georgia's Forest Land Protection Act (FLPA) program, helping reduce annual property taxes while supporting long-term forest management objectives. Buyers should verify enrollment details and any applicable requirements with the appropriate county officials. Properties of this size and quality in Macon County continue to attract buyers seeking productive hunting land, timber investment opportunities, and private recreational retreats. With established infrastructure already in place, diverse wildlife habitat, future timber potential, and excellent accessibility, this property is positioned as a true turnkey hunting tract ready for the 2026 deer season and many seasons beyond. If you have been looking for a large South Georgia hunting property with proven deer habitat, productive turkey ground, seasonal duck hunting opportunities, established food plots, and an excellent trail network, this Macon County tract deserves a close look. Schedule your private showing today to experience everything this outstanding recreational property has to offer.
Courtesy: Compass South Land Sales, LLC
Jared Walker
843-575-7788
Located between Butler and Oglethorpe - near the Macon & Taylor County line - the Southland Tract offers a long-term timberland investment and recreational property. The acreage consists primarily of recently established pine plantation with some areas of natural hardwood/pine scattered across the tract. Access is provided from Marvis Chapman Road - Would be a fantastic tract to build a house with additional acreage for privacy and recreation.
Ideal is located in Georgia. Ideal, Georgia has a population of 488. Ideal is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 4.3% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 14.25%.
The median household income in Ideal, Georgia is $22,875. The median household income for the surrounding county is $33,163 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Ideal is 39.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 91.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 34.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 47 inches per year, with 0.2 inches of snow per year.
