557440 4th Concession S Bognor | For Sale

Exceptional 140-Acre Sanctuary with Historic Charm & Modern Efficiency

A truly rare offering in Grey County, this extraordinary 140.5-acre estate seamlessly combines timeless heritage, modern infrastructure, and rich natural biodiversity. Spanning two parcels—a 90.5-acre main farm and a connected 50-acre rear bush lot—this property offers a secluded private sanctuary framed by sweeping views of the Niagara Escarpment.

The Century Residence

The centerpiece is a beautifully preserved 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom century home showcasing exquisite historic character alongside thoughtful modern updates.

• Historic Details: Refinished original hardwood flooring, twin staircases, and generous principal rooms filled with natural light.
• Modern Upgrades: Fully renovated kitchen (2022), refreshed main-floor bathroom (2023), new pressure tank & pump (2024), and new central AC (2025).
• Connectivity: Newly installed Fibre internet provides seamless work-from-home capability.

Modern Infrastructure & Energy Efficiency

Designed for self-sufficiency and low operating costs, the property features top-tier secondary structures:

• Detached Loft/Garage (Built 2010): A 30×30 fully spray-foamed garage with 100-amp electrical service and water. The finished upper level boasts a deck with views of the countryside, ideal for a private office, studio, or guest suite.
• Solar Power: A 7.6 kW net-metered solar array (installed 2017) keeps hydro costs exceptionally low, averaging approximately $45/month on equal billing.
• Outbuildings: A 20×40 Quonset hut with hydro and concrete flooring, a 10×12 garden shed, wood storage shed, and a rustic outhouse.

Productive Land & Natural Haven

Whether you seek agricultural income, recreational freedom, or sustainable forestry, this acreage delivers on every level:

• Workable Farmland: ~42 acres of high-quality loam soil (recently cropped in soybeans) providing annual income through a local tenant farmer.
• Forestry & Income Potential: A plantation of roughly 20,000 planted mixed trees (pine, spruce, oak) offering substantial long-term timber value, alongside a mature 50-acre mixed bush lot (cedar, maple, ash, poplar) backing onto Blacks Creek.
• Water Features & Wildlife: Two ponds—including a front pond stocked with speckled trout that welcomes migrating loons and geese. Resident deer roam the property, offering excellent wildlife spotting opportunities in the rear 50-acre lot.
• Gardens & Grounds: Relax on the custom limestone patio surrounded by vibrant flower gardens, songbirds, and a monarch butterfly sanctuary steps from the house. Enjoy well-established perennial patches of asparagus, rhubarb, and raspberries, plus a cozy fire pit for evening stargazing.

Prime Location

Enjoy total rural privacy without sacrificing convenience: just 15 minutes to Owen Sound and 20 minutes to Meaford. An unparalleled country estate offering historic character, income generation, and an extraordinary outdoor lifestyle.