Oriole Rd., Yates Center, KS 66783

We are very honored to represent the Hickey Family with the marketing and sale of these two excellent parcels located in Woodson County, Kansas. These beautiful properties have been in the Hickey family for decades and it may be decades more before you have the opportunity to buy one that will rival these. Breathtaking views, rolling topography, hardwood timber, native grass pasture, meandering creeks, hay meadows, and top-shelf wildlife habitat are all featured here! Tracts 1 and 2 both possess some of the best views in all of the Chautauqua Hills so be sure to check out the pictures and videos but you'll want a live tour to truly appreciate! Tract 2 totals 153 +/- acres consisting of grazing pasture and thick hardwood timber. This is a great prospect for both the beef producer and those looking for a hunting property. The pasture is comprised mostly of robust Native varieties highlighted by Big Bluestem, Switch grass and Indian Grass that continue to be productive during the hot, dry summer months. The fences are constructed of barbed wire, mostly 4 and 5 strand that are rated adequate to good, depending on the section. Water is provided by ponds in the northern and southern halves as well as the wet-weather creeks. There are heavily timbered portions in the fingers of multiple deep draws that run through the center of the property and near the northern boundary with huge elevation changes. The bottom of these draws are very isolated and provide much desired privacy for the resident deer and turkeys and the hills surrounding them are excellent vantage points. There's also a very thick stand of hardwoods to the west of the abandoned Old Highway 75. The location, just a few miles north of Buffalo, Kansas is excellent with pavement frontage provided by Old Highway 75 which is no longer in use but provides excellent access. Tract 2 is situated in the ultra-productive Kansas Deer Management Unit 11 that continues to produce quality Whitetails year in and year out. ABOUT WOODSON COUNTY Location: Woodson County is in southeastern Kansas, bordered by Coffey County to the north, Greenwood County to the west, Allen County to the east and Wilson County to the south. The county seat is Yates Center. Geography: The county is characterized by rolling hills, prairie, and farmland, typical of this region of Kansas. It is a predominantly rural area with agriculture playing a significant role in the local economy. Population: The county has a small population, with fewer than 3,000 residents. ABOUT THE CHAUTAUQUA HILLS Location: The Chautauqua Hills is a physiographic region that extends through parts of southeastern Kansas, including portions of Chautauqua, Elk, Greenwood, and Woodson counties. Geography: This area is distinguished by its rugged, wooded hills, which contrast with the surrounding plains and prairies. The hills are composed of sandstone and shale, and the region is known for its oak-hickory forests, which are uncommon in much of Kansas. Ecology: The Chautauqua Hills support a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and various species of birds. The are is composed of mixed grass prairies and woodlands making it a popular destination for outdoor activities like hunting, fishing and hiking. For rural water availability and cost information related to Tract 2, please contact Wilson County RWD #11. Auction Details: The online auction will begin on September 9th, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. and feature a dynamic closing to begin at 2:00 p.m. on September 12th, 2024. Legal Description: SW4 NE4; NW4 SE4; SE4 NW4; NE4 SW4; S350' N2 NW 4 E of RR; SW4 NW4 & NW4 SW4 E OF NEW HWY 75 EXC SE4 NW4 W OF MO PAC RR in Section 30, Township