re: Possibly getting away from neighborhood life

I bought a similar albeit smaller place (4 acres) with pond, pool, shop etc. I have absolutely loved having the space and the therapy that working outside provides. Like you, my pond is older and the dam is now leaking and in need of repair in order to keep the pond at full stage. I don't have any real advice other than to say the lifestyle is great if you have the want-to to maintain a larger property. In my opinion it is well worth the efforts. Good luck!