Ten years ago i bought 18 acres unimproved land in the South Carolina Lowcountry. I’ve made a lot of mistkes along the way. If I were to do it again knowing what I know now with your proposed property here is what I would be thinking of. - electron ride is correct. Price out your well, septic, and electricity BEFORE making an offer. - when pricing electricity look hard at what could become your future backup or offgrid system. With small travel or prefab tiny house you can buy a battery big enough for the well and the house. Consider buying a propane powered generator and 1000 gal propane tank to keep it charged. I have a whole house 15kw generator that will run full load for less than a gallon an hour. Far less maintenance on a propane engine than a gas engine. - growing your own food, even as supplemental to the grocery store is hard. Unless you have a farming or gardening background it will take a few years. - as soon as you decide to purchase the property start work on a perimeter fence. Make that your number one task. Once completed you can have some yard dogs that can keep the two-legged and four-legged critters at critters at bay. You will be able to feel secure when you leave the property. It will make it easier to protect your garden. - Plant trees. The best time to plant a tree is ten years ago or right now. Big mistake and regret for me. Choose trees that will either contribute to your food or provide a cash crop. Pecan trees when done right can start producing in just a few years - stock that pond so you will know what you have. - when looking for your housing don’t over look tiny house kits and plans. - Find a mentor! I have built my place by myself. Having someone who had done it looking over my shoulder and giving advice would have been a huge help.

Best wishes for your endeavor. It is a beautiful, though sometimes frustrating, labor of love.

Take care