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Secluded Ozark Getaway Near Twin Bridges – 9.7 Acres with Spring Creek Frontage & River Views
Experience the beauty and serenity of the Ozarks on this 9.7-acre property perfectly positioned across the highway from Twin Bridges. Featuring mature oak timber, paved highway frontage, and stunning winter views of both Spring Creek and the North Fork River, this land captures the essence of natural Missouri living. The setting offers a blend of privacy and convenience with electric nearby and multiple build sites out of the river bottom, making it ideal for a full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or an Airbnb investment property.
Enjoy peaceful mornings casting a line into your own private stretch of Spring Creek, where trout and bass are abundant, or explore the property’s unique natural cave tucked among the timber. The mature hardwoods not only provide shade and beauty but also create a tranquil habitat for local wildlife. During the winter months, the landscape opens to reveal scenic views of the river and surrounding hillsides, offering an ever-changing panorama through the seasons.
Located just steps from the recreation of Twin Bridges, this property combines the best of accessibility and seclusion. Whether you’re looking to build a cozy cabin, design an income-producing getaway, or simply escape to the quiet rhythm of the countryside, this acreage delivers exceptional potential. With water frontage, mature timber, and a setting that feels both peaceful and alive, it’s a rare opportunity to own a piece of the Ozarks where nature’s beauty meets everyday possibility.
Directions: From Dora, take 181 North to 14 Junction, turn right, follow to Twin Bridges, property on the left.
MLS: 60309591
Location
Douglas County is located in south-central Missouri, in the Ozarks region. The county seat is Ava, Missouri.
Population
- As of the 2020 Census, the population was 11,578.
- More recent estimates: July 1, 2024 estimate is ~12,290.
- The population is fairly homogenous: about 91.6% White in 2020.
- Median age: ~46.6 years.
- Median household income: ~$49,828.
- Approximate poverty rate: ~16.9%.
Climate
- Typical July high temperatures around the upper-80s °F (about 89 °F) and lows near the upper 60s °F.
- In January typical lows are in the low to mid-20s °F and highs in the 40s °F.
- Annual precipitation around 45″ per year.
Education
- There are public schools serving the county, but I could not readily locate a single figure for “number of public schools” and “number of students” analogous to your Howell County example.
- For example: publicschoolreview.com reports that there are ~4 public schools serving ~1,470 students in the county.
- Reading proficiency and math proficiency scores are slightly below the Missouri state average.
Hospitals / Health Care
- There is no hospital within the county in Ava or elsewhere in Douglas County; more advanced hospital care is accessed in nearby counties (for example the county document states residents utilize hospitals in Springfield, West Plains).
- Primary care and health clinics do exist locally: e.g., Missouri Ozarks Community Health (a Federally Qualified Health Center) serves Douglas County (and neighboring counties) offering medical, dental, behavioral health services.
Electric/Utilities/Telecommunications
- I did not locate a clear, county-specific utility/cooperative description (analogous to your Howell County example) for electricity or telecom that covers all the same detail.
- If needed, I can attempt to check for local electric cooperatives or telecom providers in Douglas County.
Airports / Closest Large Cities
- Closest larger cities:
- Springfield, Missouri — a regional hub in the Ozarks, with airport & various amenities.
- Branson, Missouri — though a bit farther, known for tourism and entertainment in the Ozark region.
- Nearby major airport: The region is served by Springfield (Springfield-Branson National Airport) for larger commercial flights.
- Recreation / things to do in nearby region of Douglas County (Ozarks) include: hiking, woods and stream access since it’s in the Ozark terrain.
Things To Do / Natural Features
- The county is heavily rural and forested, part of the Ozark region, offering outdoor recreation opportunities (hiking, streams, woods).
- Because it is less developed and more remote, the lifestyle is more rural and quiet compared to larger cities.
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