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Pictured Above: 2775 Dairy Lane reflects a contemporary vision of a modern farmhouse, and serves as an homage to the agricultural heritage of its surroundings.
A SENSE OF PLACE
eventually established as the Dairy Ranches Subdivision. by Staff Writers The Olivers intentionally platted the sweeping 525 acres of Dairy Ranches into just Taking inspiration from the agricultural 23 lots, affording homeowners spectacular history of Dairy Ranches, the owners of 2775 views, privacy, and a liberating sense of open West Dairy Lane, had a vision of a classic space. 2775 West Dairy Lane, situated in the American farmhouse estate. The Dairy very heart of Dairy Ranches, was envisioned Ranches subdivision, with its expansive open as a classic American white farmhouse in the spaces and meandering streams, speaks to fields, with a traditional Cabot-red barn and its significance in Jackson Hole’s agricultural history. Decades ago, much of what is now considered “South of Town” was largely agricultural, proudly family-owned cattle ranches and dairy farms. According to written history from the National Parks Service, at some time in the 1960’s, Henry and Emily Oliver, descendants of the Pittsburgh-based Frew family who owned and operated the historic 4 Lazy F dude ranch in Moose, bought a large swath of land just south of town. A portion of this land, where the Frew’s saddle horses wintered, was
stone ice house. Renowned architect Peggy Gilday, of GYDE Architects, immediately understood the owner’s commitment to the history of Dairy Ranches coupled with a desire for contemporary lines and modern amenities. “Farmhouse” is not a strict style of architecture, referring more to its functions as a central gathering place for family amongst the fields, animals, and work of farm life. In practice, farmhouse style is often recognizable for its simple forms, straightforward choices in materials, and minimal embellishments. Generously sized kitchens, central to design and use, are often at the core of farmhouse architecture. The barn, serving as a guest house and three-car garage, is finished in the tidy uniformity of reversed board-and-batten walls and evokes the warm brick-red character of the Hardeman Barn in Wilson. The crisp lines and softly elegant finishes of the main See SENSE OF PLACE on page 15
STUNNING MASTERPIECE IN 3 CREEK RANCH
by Jill Sassi-Neison, Sales Associate with Staff Writers
Rarely do you find a home that offers a true lifestyle experience. Located just south of town in the private enclave of 3 Creek Ranch, this stunning masterpiece is close to everything, yet feels miles away. Custom in every way, designed with clean lines and an east-meets-west functionality, 3115 Watercress is truly one of Jackson’s most unique properties. Completed in 2017 by Teton Heritage Builders, this home is a true example of blending natural materials and a contemporary aesthetic together to create a truly distinguished Jackson Hole property. See MASTERPIECE on page 15
Pictured Above: Immersive views of the Teton Range provide the backdrop for a contemporary home designed to invite the outdoors in.