Wheeler Auctions & Real Estate - Paris, MO 65275

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SALE LOCATION

Macomb VFW, 1200 E. Jefferson St., Macomb, Illinois 61455

Pre-Auction Viewing Dates:

Sunday, November 1st, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00p.m.
Sunday, November 15th, 2026 from 11:00 am to 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 29th, 2026 from 11:00 am to 1:00 p.m.

Prospective bidders are welcome to tour the property with side by sides or four wheelers on the trails that have been maintained at their own risk.

THE SANCTUARY A Rare Whitetail Opportunity—70 Years in the Making

Opportunities to purchase a property like this rarely come along in a lifetime. Since 1956, this property has served as a Boy Scout camp, providing generations of young people with a place to experience the outdoors and enjoy the natural world.

Although ownership has changed hands over the past 70 years, one thing has remained constant: hunting was never permitted under any of the ownership entities. This unique history has allowed wildlife to inhabit the property with minimal hunting pressure, creating an intriguing opportunity for the serious whitetail enthusiast.

We have named this property The Sanctuary. Experienced deer hunters understand that mature whitetails thrive where they find security, quality habitat, and limited disturbance. Ground where bucks can reach maturity without hunting pressure is increasingly difficult to find, making this property stand out in today’s recreational land market.

The Sanctuary features very mature timber with a very limited harvest history, offering a valuable natural resource and an established wooded environment for wildlife. A timber stand appraisal is currently being completed by local forester Jeff Hudgens to provide additional insight into the property’s timber resources.

Tract 2 also features open areas that offer excellent potential for smaller-scale food plots. Strategically managed food sources, combined with the property’s mature timber and long history of protection, could help a new owner develop a habitat management program designed to support and hold mature whitetails.

For the dedicated hunter, this is about more than simply purchasing acreage. It is the opportunity to acquire a property with a rare history, established habitat, and the potential to develop a premier whitetail hunting destination. The combination of mature timber, limited harvest history, and opportunities for habitat enhancement creates a compelling foundation for the next owner.

The Sanctuary represents more than a piece of real estate. It is an opportunity to build upon 70 years of history and shape the future of a truly special property. Whether your vision is to develop a premier hunting retreat, create a private recreational getaway, or preserve its unique legacy for generations to come, this property deserves serious consideration.

Properties like this are not easily replicated. Once the gavel falls, the next chapter of The Sanctuary will be written by its new owner.

Tract 1

40 Surveyed Acres

No Improvements

Tract 2

100.9 Surveyed Acres

Metal Building

40′ × 36′ metal building
Concrete floor
8′ overhang
16′ concrete approach

Camper Parking

53′ × 60′ concrete pad suitable for camper parking and recreational use

Cabin

20′ × 41′ cabin
18′ × 7′ porch

Shelter House

43′ × 27′ shelter house
Brick outdoor fireplace
Concrete floor
Newer metal roofing and siding

Lake Logan

Lake Logan adds another recreational feature to the property, complementing the outdoor setting and enhancing the overall appeal of The Sanctuary.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Title & Closing: Title insurance will be paid in the full amount of purchase price by the seller.  Title work, deed preparation and closing costs will be split 50/50 between the buyer and seller.  The closing will take place on or before Friday, January 8th, 2027. McMillian, Hennenfent, DeJoode & Humbert P.C will handle the closing.

Mineral Rights: The sale shall include 100% of the mineral rights owned by the sellers.

Easements: Sale of the property is subject to any and all easements on record.

Disclaimer: The property is being sold on an “as is, where is” basis, and no warranty or representation, either express or implied, concerning the property is made by either the sellers or the auction company. Each bidder is responsible for conducting its own independent inspections, investigations, and all due diligence concerning the property and the auction. Information contained in this brochure is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. Diagrams/dimensions in this brochure are approximate. Acreage is estimated. All information contained in this brochure and any related materials are subject to the terms and conditions of sale outlined in the purchase contract. Auction conduct and bidding increments are at the sole direction and discretion of the auctioneer. All decisions of the auctioneer are final. The sellers and the Auction Company reserve the right to preclude anyone from bidding if there is a question as to the person’s credentials, fitness, intent, etc. New Data, Corrections and Changes: Please arrive prior to scheduled auction time to inspect any changes, corrections or additions to the property information. ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND IN FORMATION GIVEN FROM THE AUCTION PODIUM SHALL TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PREVIOUSLY PRINTED OR STATED ADVERTISEMENT. NO BUYERS PREMIUM FOR ONSITE BUYERS AT THIS AUCTION—what you bid is what you pay. Additional internet bidding fees apply for online buyers.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Chris Butcher  309-255-0123

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