This property is going to onsite auction 7/18/2026 at 11:00 AM and is being sold with reserve. LISTED PRICE IS ONLY A SUGGESTED OPENING BID AND IS NOT INDICATIVE OF THE FINAL SALES PRICE WHICH WILL BE BY SELLER CONFIRMATION DAY OF AUCTION. Terms: Down payment of $35,000 required day of auction. Settlement on or before September 18, 2026. Transfer taxes to be paid by buyer. Real Estate taxes shall be prorated.
Steeped in history and country charm, this exceptional 30+/- acre certified organic property in scenic Juniata County offers a great opportunity to own a piece of central Pennsylvania heritage. Nestled at the base of beautiful Shade Mountain, the property features a stately 18th century stone home that served as the original Nook Post Office, blending historic significance with modern updates and rural beauty. The 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features a master suite with a vaulted ceiling and its own private bath, creating a comfortable retreat with rustic elegance. Numerous improvements have been recently completed, including most replacement windows, a new oil boiler system and water heating tank, plus a newer well pump and pressure tank. The home is serviced by private well and septic. The farm/woodland setting offers an attractive blend of productive tillable land and mature woodland great for hunting, with timber value, along with a stream flowing through the property. Certified organic acreage presents possibilities for crop farming, livestock, recreation, investment, or commercial use. A well-maintained bank barn with concrete floor and electric provides excellent utility for equipment storage, workshop space, or agricultural use. The property enjoys extensive frontage along Route 35 S as well as additional frontage on Rowles Lane and Bryner Lane, providing outstanding accessibility and future potential. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Mifflintown and approximately 45 minutes to both Harrisburg and State College.