Eastern Oregon Roberts Organic Farm

Description

Robert’s Organic Farm
17425 Andy Hill Rd, Lakeview, OR 97630

This Eastern Oregon Organic Farm features 561 deeded acres, 399 acres of water rights, reservoir, & a variety of improvements making it an ideal setup for a range of Buyers. Located nearly 15 minutes from Lakeview, the farm has access off Andy Hill Rd allowing for a brief trip to amenities.

The irrigation features a large well that feeds into Clyde Fenimore Reservoir thereafter, disbursed to the three valley pivots by three booster pump. The wheel line portion has risers off the mainline feeding into the reservoir while the flood portion is on the southwest portion of the farm. All crops under the pivots are alfalfa grass mix, with the wheel line and flood pasture fields in Grass. A neighbor grazes a portion of the ground providing additional income.

A Custom-built home sits near the reservoir providing a beautiful setting. The home is a 2 bed, 2.5 bath house with vaulted ceilings & an oversized two car garage with a smaller door for ATV’s, rangers, or smaller toys. A 2,000sqft shop is located near the home with an oversized shop door making easy access of farm equipment. A stable setup supports five stalls, hay storage, & enclosed tack room with water heater for a wash station. A 5,000sqft hay shed is found at the property entrance for easy distribution of hay.

Clyde Fenimore Reservoir provides an amazing habitat for animals of all sizes. Ducks, geese, & a variety of birds are seen on the water yearly while larger animals such as mule deer can hide in the willows nearby. In past years it was stocked with largemouth bass & crappie fish.

Overall, this organic farm provides a beautiful oasis with its reservoir and irrigated ground nestled in the Valley overlooking the surrounding hillside. There is also a nice variety of recreational activities in the area with include Fishing, Boating, Hunting, Hot Springs, and Winter sports such as skiing and a snowmobiling. This exceptional farm in Lakeview Oregon combines the best of rural living with Organic Farming, Equation capabilities, cattle graving and endless recreational possibilities. Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of paradise in the picturesque southeastern corner of Oregon.

IRRIGATION
The 399.1+/- acres of irrigation have a variety of forms to irrigate. Nearly 281 acres of irrigation are done by 3 Valley Pivots with 54+/- acres are irrigated by wheel lines & the remaining 64 acres are flood irrigated. The water is pumped from a large irrigation well that feeds into the Clyde Fenimore Reservoir thereafter disbursed to pivots from 3 separate booster pumps. Wheel lines are irrigated by the mainline feeding into the reservoir while the flood has mainline off the well.

Clyde Fenimore Reservoir has storage capacity for 57 acre feet dating back to 1960. The reservoir provides ample storage for irrigation while also an oasis for wildlife. Ducks & geese are frequently seen around the pond while deer come & go. The reservoir was stocked in the past by largemouth bass & crappie fish.

Crops have been certified organic since 1999 through OTCO with a base of alfalfa & alfalfa grass mix.

IMPROVEMENTS
The farm features a beautiful custom built home overlooking the Clyde Fenimore Reservoir & the habitat it entails. Featuring an open kitchen with custom oak cabinets, granite countertops, wolf appliances, & a large walk in pantry, it overlooks the dining room & family room with its wood beams, vaulted ceiling, & views of the reservoir. Off the kitchen is a large laundry room with a half bath that is an ideal mud room accessed from the oversized three car garage. Both bedrooms are extremely spacious with tall ceilings & fans. The master suit has its own private bath with His & Her sinks, ample storage, heated towel racks, marble walk in shower, & a walk in closet. The remaining bathroom has tiled flooring and marble shower as well. The entire home is heated with floor heat equipped with an on demand water heater. The home is nearly finished with the current owners willing to leave left over materials to the next owners to add the finishing touches.

A variety of out buildings can be found throughout the farm showcasing a pristine horse stable, 2,000 sq ft shop, & 5,000 sq ft hay cover. The horse stables are in great shape that include a metal structure, 5 stalls, hay storage, tack room with concrete flooring, & water heater for a washing station. The shop has concrete floors with an oversized shop door for farm equipment & a loft for extra storage. The hay cover is enclosed on two sides with storage up to 500 tons, crushed rock base, & is a pole barn with metal siding, roof.

IMPROVEMENTS:
2014 Custom Built Home, 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, 3 Car Garage – 2,501 sq ft
Shop w/ Concrete Floors & Oversized Door – 2,000 sq ft
Hay Cover w/ Crushed Rock Base – 5,000sqft
Horse Stables w/ 5 Stalls, Enclosed Tack Room, Wash Area, Storage – 2,000 sq ft
Pump House
ACREAGE:
561.39+/- Deeded Acres – Per County Records
– 281+/- Acres Irrigated Pivot
– 54+/- Acres Irrigated Wheel Line
– 64+/- Acres Irrigated Flood
WATER RIGHTS:
Certificate# Primary Acres Supp. Acres Priority Date Source
31174 28 — Jan 15, 1960 Clyde Fenimore Res.
46584 46 — Jan 18, 1972 Well
40081 325.1 2.8 Feb. 10, 1970 Well
51011 — 327.9 Jan. 7, 1976 Well
TOTALS: 399.1 330.7
Storage Rights
31173 57 Acre Ft. Jan. 15, 1960 Clyde Fenimore Res.
IRR. EQUIPMENT:
3 Valley Pivots
3 Well Lines
4 Booster Pumps
1 Irrigation Well
FINANCING: Cash or Bank Financing
TAXES: $7,389.48 – Per County Records (Farm deferral)