Land with Home for Sale in Portage, Wisconsin

If you've dreamed of writing that book or creating that work of art. If you're seeking to surrender to peaceful views, a meandering creek and whispering red and white pine trees, United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties can guide you and your spirit to find rest.

An unprecedented opportunity to inherit the honor of owning a culturally significant, state registered historical/archeological real estate icon awaits you- The Bonnie Oaks Historical District.

Chief Luther Standing Bear once said, ‘ The elders were wise. They know a man's heart away from nature becomes hard; they knew a lack of respect for growing, living things soon led to a lack of respect for humans too.' Your wisdom and guided use of this sacred property will please past and future ancestors.

This 72-acre property, quietly conceived alongside the Neenah Creek, tells many tales both ancient and sacred. Flying alongside the Neenah Creek is a Bird Effigy measuring 70 feet from wingtip to wingtip; 43 feet from the top of the head to the tip of its tail; with a mound height of 2 1/2 feet high. Native American culture considered birds sacred, symbolic of freedom, and a connection to the heavens, using them to tell stories that were passed down from generation to generation.

This Bird Effigy, c. 200B.C.- 1200 A.D., remains in relatively excellent condition; continuing its watch, guiding all who seek its wisdom and messages from the spirit world. The second effigy, Bear Effigy, is a low bear's form mound. Sacred as well, the bear is an emblem of strength, power, protection, healing and wisdom. Native Americans also view the bear as a guardian and protector. Though time has worn down Bear Effigy, his spirit still stands guard over Oval Mound, which measures 8 feet by 11 1/2 feet, rising 1 1/2 feet in height. A Linear Rock Formation, set back further to the property's edge, makes its own cultural statement through carefully stacked stone of various colors, shapes and types of rock.

If archeological significance were not enough, the property boasts fantastic period-built homes and buildings c. 1870s- 1930. Serving as a cultural bastion, Bonnie Oaks developed a reputation as a place for relaxation and inspiration; helping many prominent writers and musicians achieve fame locally and nationally.

Fifteen historic structures settle themselves upon this property. They are: Main House, Log House, The Tower, Carpenter's Shop, Original Barn, Ormsby Barn, Wood Shed, Machine Shed, Boat House, Chicken Coop, Milking Shed, Pump House, Outhouse, Bath House and Corn Crib.

At its origin, The Bonnie Oaks Historic District was a homestead maintained as a summer residence. It was in ownership for 125 years by the Atwood, Ormsby and Green families. Pines, hardwoods and a lengthy, and hardy grape arbor encompass this peaceful estate.

With great effort and toil, the Green family has painstakingly revived several of the period homes and structures' historical spirit. Within the Register of Historic Places document (A MUST READ!), you will find a rich history of every house and structure. Giving you a sense of pride for each family and their contribution to society, as well as an appreciation for the archeology, along with the owning and maintaining such an amazing property.

This is truly a property to view and experience. Timeless, historic archeology and period buildings are sure to leave you spellbound and inspired. Many business opportunities are open to open to you. Retreat? VBRO? Cultural Arts School… this property awaits your powerful spirit and peaceful transitions.