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Kamaroo Farms
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A Turnkey Agritourism & Exotic Animal Ranch
Kamaroo Farms is a rare opportunity to own a fully established agritourism and exotic animal ranch in scenic Calhoun County, Illinois. Set on 96 acres just 50 miles north of St. Louis, this turnkey operation offers the infrastructure, facilities, and diverse collection of animals needed to continue an established business or create your own destination ranch.
The property is home to an impressive collection of exotic and domestic animals, including camels, kangaroos, ostrich, emu, wild burros, donkeys, sheep, and multiple varieties of pheasants. Whether your vision includes agritourism, educational experiences, breeding programs, special events, or simply enjoying a one-of-a-kind lifestyle, Kamaroo Farms provides an incredible foundation.
The ranch has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate a wide variety of species. Ten fenced paddocks ranging from one-half acre to twenty acres allow for flexible pasture management, while the existing improvements make daily operations efficient and practical.
The comfortable 2-bedroom, 3-bath home overlooks the ranch and offers a peaceful place to enjoy the surrounding landscape. A guest cabin with an established history of rental income provides additional accommodations for family, visitors, or continued income potential.
Supporting the operation is a 96' x 75' metal building divided into three functional sections. One bay serves as an aircraft hangar with a hydraulic Icon door and concrete floor, another is a heated and insulated workshop, while the remaining space provides abundant storage for equipment, feed, supplies, and recreational vehicles.
Adding to the property's versatility is a 1,600' x 100' private airstrip, providing convenient access for owners and guests who travel by air. Whether used for business, recreation, or simply the enjoyment of aviation, this rare feature sets Kamaroo Farms apart from nearly every other exotic animal ranch on the market.
The ranch also features a beautiful 3.5-acre stocked lake, reaching depths of nearly twenty feet and stocked with bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish, creating another recreational amenity for owners and guests alike.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the property's exceptional hunting opportunities. Calhoun County is nationally recognized for producing trophy whitetails, while native warm-season grasses provide outstanding habitat for quail. Turkey are abundant throughout the property, and nearby public areas offer additional duck hunting opportunities. Horseback riding and hiking trails at the McCully Heritage Project and Pere Marquette State Park are only a short drive away.
Whether you continue operating Kamaroo Farms as a successful agritourism destination, expand the exotic animal operation, or create an entirely new vision, this property is ready for its next chapter.
Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. Kamaroo Farms combines a turnkey business, quality improvements, diverse recreation, and an unforgettable setting into one remarkable property.
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