1234 Homestead Rd, Solomon, KS 67480

This 159.7± acre tract of Ottawa County Creek Bottom near Bennington, KS offers 134 acres of productive tillable ground and exceptional hunting habitat. With nearly 1.5 miles of creek bottom, mature hardwoods, dense cover, and quality food sources, it's ideal for deer and turkey. Secluded, yet only 15 minutes from Salina, this property blends farm income with top-tier recreation, an excellent opportunity for any land buyer.Nestled just outside of Bennington, Kansas, this 159.7± acre Ottawa County tract offers a rare combination of productive farmland and premier recreational opportunities. With approximately 134 acres of fertile dryland tillable ground, the balance of the property is made up of mature timber, dense shelterbelts, and winding creek bottom, providing unmatched habitat diversity and seclusion. The property is anchored by nearly 1.5 miles of winding creek bottom, flanked by mature hardwoods such as black walnut, hackberry, and pecan, creating excellent year-round water and cover for wildlife. The perimeter is lined with established shelterbelts, giving the entire tract a private, tucked-away feel. With defined pinch points, bedding cover, travel corridors, and food sources throughout, this property offers everything needed for the whitetail deer and turkey hunter success. Deer tracks and trails are abundant, and numerous roost trees are scattered across the property, providing consistent turkey action season after season. Currently, the farm is planted to approximately 80 acres of corn, 22 acres of milo, and 32 acres of foxtail millet, providing some highly desirable forage to support and hold a healthy wildlife population. With multiple tree stand and blind locations, and no shortage of natural travel funnels, this farm is primed for success! Whether you're looking to expand your farming operation or invest in a recreational getaway, this property checks all the boxes. And with Salina just a short 15-minute drive away, you'll enjoy convenient access to nearby amenities without sacrificing privacy. Properties with this caliber of habitat, seclusion, and production are rare, don't miss the opportunity to make this one yours! There are great White-tailed Deer populations, as well as Turkey, Quail, Dove. This property sits in Unit 8. Approximately 80 +/- acres are currently planted to corn, which will be harvested in the fall of 2025. There are an additional +/-22 acres planted to milo as well as +/- 32 acres planted to foxtail millet. The farm ground is gently sloped, and consists of mostly all class 2 & 3 soils with silt loam soil compositions, and has an average NCCPI soil rating of 72.61. The tillable acres are currently on a year to year cash rent agreement with the farmer. The seller's mineral rights shall transfer to the buyer at closing. Ottawa County, Kansas receives on average 30 inches of rain per year, 17 inches of snow per year, and +/- 226 sunny days per year. The area is known for its native grass rangelands and productive agricultural lands. This property is located approximately 5 miles northeast of Bennington, Kansas in Ottawa County. The property sits on the NW corner of Homestead Rd. and 240th Rd. Property Features:  159.7 acres in Ottawa County, Kansas Approximately 1.5 miles of secluded creek bottom Mature timber and dense habitat +/- 134 acres of cropland White-tailed Deer Turkeys Seller's mineral rights shall convey 15 minutes from Salina, KS 170 miles from Kansas City  Please contact the listing agent for more information on this property or to schedule a private showing. (**Financial verification is required**)