Looking for a log home, small farm in a quiet country setting centrally located in southern Carroll County, close to the lakes region, and not far from the mountains, you may have just found it with this property. This property combines two abutting lots totaling just over eight acres of pastures, gardens, walking trails in the town of Effingham. The log home is striking when you pull into the parking area. As you walk down the beautiful granite and slate walkway, which goes through the lovely front lawn, and perennial beds, all the outside landscaping work is already done for your enjoyment. The interior of the home is waiting for your own touches and taste to help make it Your log home. With some interior upgrades this will be a stunner of a property. This property also features a free standing 2 stall barn and tack room with a 400 bail hay loft, and electricity. Direct access to pastures and grazing land for horses or other livestock. On the abutting lot there are established raised beds for vegetable and herb gardening, and a outbuilding shed to keep all your tools organized. Province Lake beaches, boating, & golf are just few minutes drive. This property has so much to offer, and is priced to leave money in your budget for upgrades. This one is worth the trip down 153, then follow the signs in from route 25.