Certified Organic for 25 years, Ruby and Amber’s Organic Oasis LLC owners are retiring; ready to pass this quality turn-key organic property on to the next generation of farmers or equine enthusiasts.
Nestled in the foothills of the Umpqua National Forest and along the Row River, this one of a kind property has been gently farmed using draft horses, tractors, and people with the utmost respect for and harmony with nature.
The current farmers have invested in a well engineered and thoughtful infrastructure– the property is a turn key opportunity for growing fruits and vegetables, raising livestock, and equine activities. The farm is 40 min to Eugene Farmers’ markets and 14 miles to the Cottage Grove farmers’ market.
This farm would be the perfect setting for a multifamily or collaborative farming partnership.
Food security and employment for the farmer stewards. Food security for the surrounding community. Maintain and preserve the natural ecosystems that surround the property. This farm has an amazing natural diversity of birds, insects, mammals, fungi and native plants. We have kept the forest and river frontage as pristine as possible.
The farm has been certified organic for 25 years. All production fields are in cover crop. Fruit tree orchard and blueberries are pruned and maintained. Wildland forest and river frontage are maintained for natural habitat and diversity.
Deeded irrigation rights to the Row River.
Briedwell cobbly loam. Well draining fields. Field have been continuously cover cropped and amended with our own farm made compost.
Property:
35 mostly level acres at the end of the county road–very private.
Deeded water rights.
Row River frontage along the entire eastern border with multiple swimming holes.
Lane County Agricultural zoning with substantial property tax deferral.
Excellent wells with ample high quality water.
Seasonal creek along the west side of the property.
A spring fed pond provides opportunities for bird or other wildlife watching.
Bee, Bird, Butterfly and other native or migratory species sanctuary.
Private walking/horseback riding trails along the west side of the property into the hills and woods.
Welded metal rail perimeter and deer fencing throughout the property for security and safety.
Street safe for family and children and incredibly friendly neighbors.
Dorena Elementary School is approximately 1 mile away.
Ride or walk to our little post office ½ mile away.
Wildfire safe and within the Row River Fire District. Metal roofs, fire resistant siding.
ADU possibilities.
Farm infrastructure:
7 Acre, deer fenced, vegetable and fruit fields have established blueberry bushes, apple, cherry, and a few peach trees
20 X 60 Propagation house with cement flooring, stainless steel potting bench, roll up sides.
8 X 3000 square foot high tunnels, 1 X 1600 ft high tunnel. High tunnels are plumbed for either drip or overhead irrigation.
16 X 50 Vegetable Processing house with cement floors, UV treated water system, triple sinks, floor drains. Easy access on concrete walkway from processing house to warehouse and cooler.
50 X 50 Warehouse, cement floors, second story for extra storage,overhangs for equipment storage. Hyperinsulated warehouse floor, walk in cooler and cellar.
The warehouse has a 12 X 16 walk-in cooler, hyperinsulated with built in cooling system circulation fans/compressor, cement floors, and washable walls.
The warehouse is stubbed out for a potential certified kitchen and bathroom.
The warehouse has insulated roll up doors on the south and north ends–South end is large enough for a sizable market vehicle.
12 X 20 dairy barn with double stanchions, cement floors, ample overhangs for shelter from rain and wind. Suitable for a small dairy operation.
Tractor and equipment storage shed. 50 X 14 ft. 4 bays.
Dedicate fuel station next to tractor shed.
Underground irrigation line with risers throughout fields.
Irrigation supplies on the farm are available including pipe, fittings, and pump.
The north livestock pasture is approx 5 acres. The south livestock pasture is approximately 3 acres.
The west forest trail habitat is approximately 10 acres.
Established native yarrow, dandelion, and nettle patches for the Biodynamic gardener/farmer.
Equine infrastructure:
Horse Building. 100 x 100ft space includes 50X100ft arena, large tack room, large horse stall, grain room, storage area, 24ft hitch rail with feeding trough, shoeing and vet stock, ample ground level storage for hay, excellent lighting, electrical access, and much more. Lots of overhang for loafing. Horses can be kept together or cross hot wire for easy separation. Well functioning gates. The Hitch and Horse work area is all concrete with mats.
The street is very horse safe and friendly.
Riding opportunities throughout the property, on the Row River trail, nearby Weyerhaeuser and BLM lands, as well as riding trails in the nearby national forest.
Secure perimeter and loafing area fencing for security.
Access to neighboring properties for additional grazing.
Shop:
60 x 60ft heated shop with concrete floor.
Built in floor anchors for securing workpieces.
200 amp service will power the fabricator or woodcrafter’s dream.
Accessory heated workshop room for leather, sewing, or other precisioncraft work.
Communal farm kitchen and shower for day and farm workers or events.
Built in studio apartment with separate private bathroom, kitchen and shower and private garden. Ideal rental opportunity or ADU style living arrangement.
Gypsy Wagon serves as an additional living space with a mini woodstove and all wood and tile interior.
Main House:
Custom 2-3 BR 2 bath home built to the highest quality.
Timberframe, and wood floors throughout.
50 windows offer expansive views of the Row River, the farm, forest, and surrounding wildlife from every room, incorporating the home into the surrounding vistas from inside and out.
A transition entryway awaits as you enter the home; moving from the outer world into space of the highest quality and peacefulness.
Tulikivi soapstone woodstove and wood fired cooktop are a central feature in the open construction design with high arching ceilings and overlooking loft.
Custom kitchen featuring soapstone countertops, chinquapin cabinets, and high quality appliances for the gourmet chef or food preservationist.
Full thickness wood flooring throughout, tiled bathrooms, a walk in shower and cast iron tub.
Sustainability built with locally sourced, sustainable and repurposed materials whenever possible.
Draft Horse logged sustainable logs and beams from Aprovecho Education Center.
Repurposed school bleacher seats for flooring. Full thickness (not a laminate), southern yellow pine.
House support beams and lumber repurposed and resawn from deconstructed lumber mill or from sustainably harvested standing deadwood.
Home sited to efficiently capture sunlight in the winter, shade in the summer, and to take advantage of natural winds for cooling and ventilation in the summer.
Hyperinsulated walls and roof with rastra block/concrete walls as well as extensive high density roof insulation for heat retention in the winter and to maintain a cool interior in the summer. It’s also very quiet.
Tasteful and inviting arched room transitions and walls both interior and exterior create a relaxing and peaceful respite.
Breezeway entry separates garage and plumbed office, or 3rd BR, from main house–potential for private accessory unit.
Dedicated well for house with backup access to second well. All wells are updated with sediment filters, and well controllers to protect pumping mechanisms.
A new septic system provides reliable service.
Recreation Nearby
Dorena Lake: hiking, biking, paddleboarding, water sports, fishing,camping sites. Baker Bay park and Harms Park are along the lake.
The Row River Trail is a paved, peaceful trail that goes all the way to Cottage Grove.
Multiple hiking trails and waterfall walks in the nearby Umpqua Forest.
Swartz Park is a popular campground along the Row River.
Regional
Thriving Cottage Grove renewal– Go for walks, stores, a wide variety of food and drink establishments, and events. Enjoy free music and events at Bohemia Park or gather together for the CG monthly Art Walk.
Thriving Arts and music community
Numerous community nonprofits.
Covered Bridge Capital of Oregon.
Sanctuary
Land and agricultural practices managed to promote biodiversity, wildlife.
Promotes migratory and terrestrial bird habitats including songbirds, ravens, crows, hawks, owls, and raptors.
Beneficial plants to support desirable insectaries including migrator butterflies, dragon flies, and pollinators (dragonflies, bees).
Tillage practices to promote soil microorganisms, soil health and biodiversity.
Extensive composting program minimizing off farm inputs, maximizes soil health and food security. Good for earthworms.
If you would like more information, a tour, or pricing please contact:
Sue Jakaboski: sue@hearthstoneRE.com
Possible lease or sale of Tractors/Skid steer, irrigation pipe and irrigation pump.
none known. We have kept the river, creek, and forest as natural habitat along the farm perimeters for the past 25 years. Our current neighbors on both sides are eco friendly and have not jeopardized our farm's organic status.
Diversity is welcome. The current farmer (Kris) would be a willing mentor to the new owners.
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