For those seeking a private retreat with room to live, work, and create, this 195.6±-acre Jefferson County property near Hyde Lake offers an inspiring blend of recreation, agriculture, and opportunity. Surrounded by natural beauty and protected wetlands, it’s a property where wildlife habitat, open pasture, and rural living all coexist in perfect balance. A private drive leads to a comfortable three-bedroom, one-bathroom home set amid peaceful surroundings. Wide covered porches overlook a front-row view of the land, whitetails, wild turkey, and the ever-changing seasons of northern New York. The home pairs function with simplicity, serving as a full-time residence, hunting lodge, or weekend getaway. A versatile partially finished, two-story 32X24 barn stands ready for your imagination—ideal for crafting, woodworking, a game room, work area or a personal retreat. With ample space and sturdy construction, it could easily transform into a “she shed,” “man cave,” artist’s studio, or guest space, giving freedom to shape it into something uniquely your own. Surrounding the house and barn is approximately 40± acres of prime upland perfect for livestock or hobby farming. Whether raising cattle, goats, horses, or other grazing animals, the layout and capacity of the property support a wide range of small-scale agricultural and homesteading pursuits. There’s plenty of space for equipment storage, gardens, food plots, or even a small orchard—all within sight of your front porch. The remaining acreage is enrolled in the Wetland Reserve Program (WRP), safeguarding the surrounding ecosystem while enriching the landscape with native grasses, ponds, and natural cover. This creates outstanding wildlife habitat and year-round opportunities for hunting, hiking, and photography. From the call of loons on Hyde Lake to the evening chorus of frogs and crickets, life here moves at the steady rhythm of nature. Whether your vision includes a working farm, creative retreat, or secluded family homestead, this Jefferson County sanctuary delivers. Schedule your private showing today and discover a place where conservation, recreation, and rural living come together in perfect harmony.