The Branches of Battleford – 16+/- Wooded Acres in Southern Illinois: Welcome to The Branches of Battleford, a rare opportunity to own a 16+/- acre tract in a thoughtfully designed 95-acre rural community located in Stonefort, Illinois. With no deed restrictions or HOA limitations, this property offers true freedom—build your dream home, establish a private retreat, launch a short-term rental business, or even develop your own small community. The land includes 13.3± acres of open ground, ideal for a home site, pasture, large garden, or food plots, and 2.7± wooded acres that provide a picturesque backdrop of softwoods, mast-producing hardwoods, and a timbered hillside with a rock-bottom creek meandering through the woods. The tract offers approximately 1,000 feet of road frontage on two sides and features a gated entry point for added privacy and security. What sets The Branches apart is its unique balance of privacy, space, and proximity to thousands of acres of the Shawnee National Forest and nearby attractions like Garden of the Gods, Bell Smith Springs, Lake of Egypt, and the Southern Illinois Wine Trails. Whether you're a builder, dreamer, homesteader, investor, hunter, or someone who simply loves the outdoors, this is your blank canvas. More land. Less hassle. Total freedom. If you desire a successful short-term rental, development consulting and construction services are available to help bring your vision to life. Give us a call today and schedule your private tour.