For saleReduced $20,000 from $269,900

$249,900

53 acres

0 Mount Laurel LaneGaines, PA 16921

Land and lots · MLS 12017546 · Listed 34 days ago (Sep 26, 2026)

12 mi straight line to Denton Hill Cross-Country Ski Trail System (public cross-country trails) · Ski access details

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About this land

Located in Gaines Township, Tioga County, this 53.34± acre recreational property consists of three adjoining parcels totaling 36.86, 9.95 and 6.53 acres. The property is predominantly wooded and rises from the Route 6 valley into the surrounding mountain terrain, offering a combination of hardwood forest, varied topography, established access and direct adjacency to Pennsylvania State Game Lands No. 208. One of the property's strongest features is its direct boundary with State Game Lands No. 208. The Pennsylvania Game Commission lists SGL 208 at approximately 8,858± acres in Gaines and Clymer Townships. The surrounding public land provides extensive additional recreational opportunities and habitat for deer, black bear, wild turkey, ruffed grouse and other wildlife. Access is another significant attribute. The property benefits from multiple recorded rights-of-way associated with the three parcels. The 36.86± acre Mount Laurel Lane tract has deeded access, while the 6.53± acre and 9.95± acre parcels are served by a recorded 50-foot private right-of-way associated with Highland Drive. The deed also includes rights associated with access to Pennsylvania State Game Lands. Buyers should review the recorded documents to verify the exact location and permitted use of all easements and rights-of-way. Electric runs through the Mount Laurel Lane tract, adding another useful feature for potential recreational or residential use, subject to applicable approvals and utility availability. Existing roads and trails provide access into portions of the property, while the wooded slopes and mountain setting create excellent opportunities for hunting, hiking, camping and other outdoor recreation. The property is conveniently located near Galeton, Wellsboro, Pine Creek and the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon region. Nearby attractions include Leonard Harrison and Colton Point State Parks, Tioga State Forest and the Pine Creek Rail Trail, providing access to hiking, biking, fishing, sightseeing and year-round outdoor recreation. The three-parcel configuration adds versatility to the property. The 36.86± acre tract forms the larger wooded component, while the 6.53± acre and 9.95± acre parcels provide additional access from the Highland Drive side. The smaller parcels are part of the Phoenix Run Estates subdivision and are subject to recorded protective covenants and private-road provisions. Oil, gas and mineral rights do not convey and will be retained by the seller. With direct adjacency to more than 8,800 acres of State Game Lands, multiple deeded access points, electric through the Mount Laurel Lane tract and a wooded mountain setting near some of north-central Pennsylvania's best-known outdoor destinations, this property offers an attractive combination of privacy, recreation and access.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Ski access and nearby skiing

Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.

Nearby ski areas with straight-line distance
Ski areaTypeStraight-line distanceMeasured to
Denton Hill Cross-Country Ski Trail SystemPA · homes near itPublic cross-country trails12 miSki Denton (Denton Hill)Base area (mapped point)
Ski Sawmill Family ResortPA · homes near itLocal ski area22 miVisitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead

Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 6:40 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.

Ski access claims

The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.

Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Craig Baronio of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (PA).

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Facts

List price
$249,900
Original list price
$269,900
Status
For sale
Property type
Land and lots
Lot size
53 acres
County
Tioga County
MLS number
12017546
Annual property tax
$54

Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.

Location

Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Gaines.

Price and status history

  • Original list price reported by the brokerage: $269,900

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Estimate a monthly payment

$49,980
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Estimated monthly payment

$1,339 per month

Principal and interest$1,264
Property tax$5
Homeowners insurance$71
Loan amount$199,920
Total interest over the term$254,987

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Questions to ask before you buy

Good questions for any home near the slopes.

  1. How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
  2. Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
  3. Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
  4. Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
  5. What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
  6. For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.

Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget

Guides and next steps

Listing courtesy of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (PA). Listing agent: Craig Baronio. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

Listing updated Oct 20, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 6:32 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.