3179 Port Matilda Highway, Philipsburg, PA 16866

Property Description

Unique opportunity to purchase a large 46.84 acre parcel located in a quiet, rural and wooded section of Centre County along US Route 322 which adjoins State Game Lands! Since 1901, this property was used primarily as a recreational area and hunting camp. In 2009, the new owners added a custom built 3-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom, 1,560 sq. ft. Ranch style home to enjoy extended stays with family and friends! It could be used as your primary residence, second home, or build your dream dwelling somewhere else on the land and keep this one as a guest house or use it as an investment property! Interior features of the home include a nicely sized Kitchen with all appliances and center Island for storage and seating, a Dining area with a door to access outside, both a Living and Family Room, a wood stove for additional heating, a nicely sized Primary Bedroom with a private Full Bathroom, two additional Bedrooms, a Full Bathroom and Laundry room. Outside they recently built a front 8x8 entry deck and expansive 36x16 back deck! The property also includes a 24x24 Carport Pavillion/Picnic Area with electricity which was added in 2011, along with a multi-use 42x80 Morton Garage Building with 7 windows for natural light and 2-oversized 14’ high bay doors to allow for commercial vehicles and RVs. A newer car lift and air compressor are also included for a mechanic enthusiast! The original concrete block camp building is still used as a workshop area and place for lawn equipment. It has 125 AMP electricity, kerosine oil heat and garage door. Behind it sits a trailer currently used for additional storage. Enjoy extensive outdoor recreation in the neighboring State Game Lands which feature trails for biking, horseback riding, snowmobiling and hunting. The vast Moshannon State Forest and Black Moshannon State Park offer excellent opportunities for hiking, fishing, and rustic camping just a short distance away. Property is only 3 miles from downtown Philipsburg, 15 minutes driving to State College and 20 minutes to Penn State University. Call for more details and link to videos. Lisa A. Schroeder, REALTOR, must accompany all showings! Property is secured by a locked entrance gate.

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