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Vassia Barba

Farmhouse with 8 lakes, diner and garage for 250 cars hits market for whopping $48million

If you've got a spare $48million lying around, you could be in the market for this incredible dream property.

Staggering Big Tree Farm is a 550-acre estate boasting eight lakes, a diner and a garage big enough to fit 250 cars.

The dream home is set among rolling hills and is being advertised as a unique retreat and the perfect setting for family gatherings and year-round fun.

Real estate agents say Big Tree Farm has "lush landscaping, a majestic log home, luxurious guest quarters, and entertainment and recreational facilities".

They say the "exquisite country estate offers the ultimate combination of amenities."

The 3-story main residence at Big Tree Farm includes 6 bedrooms (Key Associates Signature Realty)

It is located just outside Santa Claus, Indiana, and less than a three-hour drive from Nashville, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Louisville, and Cincinnati.

It is said to be the result of a 30-year-project, designed for wealthy families who enjoy indoor and outdoor activities all year round.

Mature Pin Oak trees line the entryway and perimeter of the property, while beautiful waterfalls and bronze sculptures by global artists are dotted along the 3.5 miles of paved trails that wind around the lakes and botanical gardens.

The log home is modelled after the classic lodges of the Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Parks (Key Associates Signature Realty)

It is located just outside Santa Claus, Indiana, and less than a three-hour drive from Nashville, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Louisville, and Cincinnati.

The estate boasts eight different lakes for fishing, boating, and kayaking. The woodland nature trails around the mature forest canopy are said to be ideal for mountain biking or ATV riding.

The estate is said to be rich with wildlife, including wild turkeys and white-tailed deer.

Guests will enjoy walking 3.5 miles of paved trails that wind around the lakes and botanical gardens (Key Associates Signature Realty)

The main residence of the estate is modelled after the classic lodges of the Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Parks, the estate agent says.

The three-story-high authentic dry stack stone fireplace acts as a centrepiece of the property's 'great room', which boasts floor-to-ceiling glass windows.

The residence includes six bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms, with master bedrooms on the main and lower levels with stone fireplaces and hand-carved mantels.

The estate also features several large stone fire pits (Key Associates Signature Realty)
It is a stunning place (Key Associates Signature Realty)

Next to the main residence are the guest quarters named 'The Stables.' Described as "sprawling", each of the six guest suites is named after Kentucky Derby winners from nearby Churchill Downs.

The luxurious guest suites were designed to have a resort-like feel and it looks like no expense was spared as they are packed with every comfort and amenity.

Originally conceived as a private estate to enjoy with family and friends, Big Tree Farm has reportedly entertained visitors from all over the world.

As you exit the walk-out and cross the expansive lawn you are greeted by a large covered pavilion (Key Associates Signature Realty)
The classic car museum (Key Associates Signature Realty)

The estate's 9,184-square-foot entertainment facility can fit 600 seated guests for parties, corporate meetings, or fundraisers.

The main stage has reportedly featured world-class entertainers.

The Classic Car Museum, which occupies the rest of the 27,750 square-foot building, is marked by vintage Texaco gas pumps.

In the diner (Key Associates Signature Realty)
View from above (Key Associates Signature Realty)

At one time, the museum housed up to 250 cars and features a professional sound system, in-ground exhaust system for automobiles, state-of-the-art mechanical facility, hydraulic lifts, wash area, and detail area.

Big Tree Farm is situated just 10 minutes from the jet-accessible Huntingburg International Airport between Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial Park and the famous Holiday World & Splashin' Safari amusement park.

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