CANE MILL
PLANTATION
3,890 +/- ACRES
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DOUGHERTY COUNTY, GEORGIA
CANE MILL PLANTATION
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3,890 +/- ACRES
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DOUGHERTY COUNTY, GEORGIA
CANE MILL PLANTATION
Now available for the first time in 5 generations, Cane Mill Plantation is without question the finest
hunting and recreational property available for sale in the region. The esteemed Albany Area
plantation trace has long been noted as the wild quail hunting capital of the country. Generations of
affluent sportsmen have retreated here to winter in this pristine southern landscape, complete with
towering pines and majestic live oaks that support the
thriving population of wild quail, trophy whitetail deer,
ducks, dove, and turkeys. Cane Mill Plantation’s location
within the epicenter of this unique ecosystem further
enhances the intrinsic value of the property.
THE HISTORY OF CANE MILL dates back to the pre Civil War era. Originally a part of Gillionville
Plantation, the property was established by Alfred Colquitt (a later Governor of Georgia) in the 1850s. In the
1880’s, the plantation transitioned from “cotton to quail” when it was purchased by Walter S. Gordon of
Atlanta. Since this time, the property has been actively managed with a focus on wild quail, sustainable
forestry and agricultural production, making it one of the oldest, continuously operated quail plantations
in the state of Georgia. In 2003 a modern lodge facility was constructed on the property and includes 4
bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, great room, den, and mudroom. The lodge is situated in a natural grove of ancient
oaks that create a stunning backdrop.
Cane Mill is being offered as a turnkey hunting facility. In addition to
the main lodge, the property also includes a manager’s house, a well
designed and constructed 8 stall horse barn, an equipment barn,
kennel facilities, and horse paddocks. It is important to note the true
underlying value associated with purchasing a “turn key” plantation.
The kennel contains field trial grade dogs alongside exceptional horses
and mules. All hunting on Cane Mill is conducted in the traditional
manner of a mule drawn wagon with additional hunters on horseback.
With regards to wildlife management, wild bobwhite quail are clearly the focus on Cane Mill. A strict
regiment of fire, feeding, and predator control come together to create one of the area’s most productive
quail properties. This year has posted record numbers, with an average of 7 coveys moved per hour across
6 established quail courses. That being said, the property’s wildlife is as diverse as the landscape itself
with trophy deer and turkey habitat found in the mature hardwood bottoms along Mud Creek. The
upland fields offer prolific dove while natural wet weather ponds are excellent wood duck roosts. The
proximity of other neighboring plantations sharing the same management ethic contribute to the
abundant wildlife and totals over 25,000 acres of contiguous habitat.
Cane Mill has also been successful in maintaining an impressive timber and agricultural component
to the property. The property contains approximately 200 acres of irrigated farmland in addition to
approximately 225 acres of dry land agriculture. The area’s fertile soils are ideally suited for row crop
production and the plantation maintains a large portion of the property in grain crops which benefit the
wildlife while helping to offset management expenses. Cane Mill also offers very good pine and hardwood
timber reserves, which further diversify the property while creating significant revenue streams.
Currently no conservation easement exists on the property, whereby creating the potential for substantial
tax credits for the future buyer. All of these factors combine to make Cane Mill the best opportunity within
the Albany Plantation belt for the sporting enthusiasts looking to purchase a legacy property.
ABOUT THE AREA
The Red Hills region of North Florida and Southwest Georgia is a distinct American landscape. These private,
scenic lands from Albany, Georgia to Tallahassee, Florida, and from the Aucilla River to the Ochlockonee River,
form an ecologically rich area protecting some of the last remnants of great Longleaf pine forests in our country.
During the Victorian era, many wealthy northern socialites and sportsmen traveled South by rail to enjoy the area
as a premier winter resort. Attracted to the mild climate and bountiful game, many made the Red Hills their
winter home and built grand retreats. Today this unique area, comprised of approximately 600,000 acres, is home
to the largest concentrations of traditional quail hunting plantations in the United States.
CANE MILL
PLANTATION
PRICE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY
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Real Estate Advisory & Brokerage Services
120 East Jackson Street
Thomasville, Georgia 31792
229.226.2564
Ben W. McCollum, Broker
[email protected] | 229.221.6680
Eric J. McCollum, Associate
[email protected] | 229.200.4457
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