Ranch for Sale in Southern Missouri Ozarks

Missouri Ozarks Self-Sufficient Farm – Homestead Ready with Ranch Home, Rotational Grazing, Organic Gardens, Orchards, Spring, Ponds & Creek

Welcome to your Ozarks homestead dream—a diverse, self-sufficient farm located just a few miles from the legendary Rockbridge Trout Ranch in scenic Ozark County, Missouri. Spanning 161.95 acres of fertile pasture, mature timber, and abundant water, this turnkey property offers everything for homesteading, ranching, corporate retreats, or hospitality and agri-business ventures.

This farm has been carefully developed with sustainability in mind, and boasts breathtaking views, intensive rotational grazing systems, organic gardens, fruit orchards, ponds, springs, and an outdoor canning kitchen. The sellers have even ridden horses to Rockbridge, hosted agricultural workshops, and welcomed over 30 local 4-H kids to experience the property and lifestyle firsthand.

Ideal Location & Outdoor Lifestyle

Nestled in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks, this property sits just minutes from Rockbridge, a historic trout hatchery and resort known for world-class rainbow trout fishing, fine dining, and horseback riding trails. With scenic beauty and serene atmosphere, Rockbridge has become a sought-after escape for both tourists and locals.

You’ll also be near the pristine Bryant Creek, a favorite for floating, kayaking, and smallmouth bass fishing, as well as the North Fork of the White River, known for its trophy trout waters and spring-fed clarity.

For nature lovers and hunters, Mark Twain National Forest is just around the corner, offering hundreds of thousands of acres for hiking, horseback riding, camping, and wildlife exploration.

Farm & Ranch Highlights

•     30 fenced/cross-fenced paddocks with electric fencing and 9-strand barbed wire

•     2 wells (home + newer farm well), spring, 4 ponds (1 spring-fed), seasonal creek

•     7 automatic waterers, frost-free hydrants, and extensive water access

•     Barn with stalls, shop, equipment shed, RV storage, custom chicken coop, fruit cellar

•     Previously ran 45 mama cows and 300+ sheep under intensive grazing

•     Access to regional livestock markets for cattle, goats, and sheep

•     Missouri is a national leader in cattle production

•     Marketable timber – not logged in nearly 30 years

•     Abundant wildlife – a true hunter’s paradise

Homesteading & Food Production

•     Organic garden, herb garden, fruit trees: apple, plum, peach, cherry

•     Berry bushes: black cat raspberries, blueberries, gooseberries

•     Wild morel mushrooms

•     Prefect set-up for Outdoor Kitchen or canning kitchen—perfect for preserving your harvest

•     Owners planned to install a windmill on second well for energy independence

Charming Southwestern-Style Ranch Home

•     Native stone, brick & stucco accents, Saltillo tile, arched doorways

•     Commercial-grade kitchen: gas/wood stove, butcher block counters, commercial fridge & freezer

•     Large living spaces, native stone fireplace w/ wood insert

•     Office with wood stove, dining area with panoramic views

•     Deluxe master suite: wood stove, walk-in shower, soaking tub

•     2 wood stoves, 1 fireplace insert, central HVAC

•     Covered patio with pizza oven, pavilion with new roof, gated entrance

•     Fully updated security system (March 2025) with door & entry cameras

•     Furnishings optional

Event Venue & Educational Retreat

•     Hosted corporate retreats for up to 145 guests

•     Activities included skeet/trap shooting, hayrides, bonfires, farm-to-table dinners

•     Hosted 4-H youth events and agriculture workshops

•     Covered patio designed for long wood beam tables – ideal for group gatherings

Business, Agri-Tourism, & Manufacturing Potential

•     Three-phase welding power, under-roof storage, climate-controlled workspace

•     Ideal for manufacturing or many other business opportunities.

Optional Equipment & Staffing

•     Equipment available: IT 12 loader, John Deere backhoe

•     Property could be purchased mostly turnkey

•     Experienced staff willing to remain for lease/cattle management

This Missouri Ozarks gem is more than just a farm—it's a way of life. Whether you’re seeking self-reliance, agricultural opportunity, income potential, or a family legacy property, this land has it all.