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CASCADE MOUNTAIN VIEW FARM

Madras, Oregon

$2,700,000 | 417.79± Acres

INTRODUCTION

This productive Central Oregon farm is located near the small, rural community of Metolius, just a short drive to Madras for farm supplies, goods, and services.

The farm’s rich, loamy soils, together with its 392.2± acres of irrigation water rights delivered by the North Unit Irrigation District, can produce most crops common to the area. The linear, center-pivot, wheel line and handline irrigation systems effectively distribute timely irrigation water.

Onsite housing is provided by the 1997-year doublewide mobile home that is conveniently located, a good distance off the main highway, and affords great Cascade Mountain views to the west. The fantastic, unfinished 17,395± square foot shop/machine storage/office structure is just waiting for your finishing touches to create just the shop you want! Don’t miss this opportunity to get started in or expand your farming operation with this quality farm!

Cascade Mountain View Farm includes:

• 417.79± acres 4.5± miles from Madras, Oregon

• 392.2± acres of North Unit Irrigation District water rights

• Irrigation pumps, linear, center-pivot, wheel line, and handline irrigation system

• 1997-year mobile home; rented month-to-month

• Deschutes Valley Water District-domestic water

• Unfinished 17,395± square foot shop/machine storage/office structure/3 granaries

• Excellent access off SW Culver Highway

• Cascade Mountain Views

LOCATION

Cascade Mountain View Farm, accessed off paved SW Culver Highway, is conveniently located just .4± of a mile from the small community of Metolius, 4± miles from the farming community of Culver, and just 4.5± miles from Madras, where goods and services are available. The Redmond, Oregon, airport is just 25± miles, or 30± minutes away. Additional shopping, dining, and amenities are available at Bend, just 40± miles south of the farm.

Madras, the County seat of Jefferson County, has a population of about 7,000. Jefferson County is named after Mount Jefferson, the 2nd highest mountain in Oregon, views of which are prevalent throughout the county. Due to its proximity to the median line (between the Equator and the North Pole) and favorable climate, Jefferson County is renowned for its seed farming. The beautiful landscape of the county transitions from the amazing Ponderosa Pines to the Great Basin high-desert plateau, where juniper trees and sagebrush are prevalent.

Madras, Oregon

GETTING THERE

From Portland, OR: 2.5± hours

Take Highway 26 for 124± miles to Highway 97 at Madras. Once in Madras, head south on Highway 97 until you take a right on SW D St./OR-36. In 4± miles, you will reach Metolius.

From Bend, OR: 50± minutes

Head north on Highway 97 for 39± miles to turn left onto SW Ford Lane and proceed 2± miles to the intersection with SW Culver Highway/OR-361. Turn right and head northwest 2.4± miles to Metolius.

From Metolius, please call Alex Robertson (541-420-2394) for the property's address and/or directions.

AIRPORT SERVICES

Closest Major Airport: Bend-Redmond (RDM)

Just 30± minutes away, Roberts Field Airport in Redmond, Oregon (RDM) is Oregon’s fourth-largest commercial airport. Redmond is only 20± minutes away from the energy and excitement of downtown Bend. Direct flights are available to and from: Denver, Los Angeles, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Seattle. Served by: Alaska, United, Delta, and American Airlines.

Closest International Airport: Portland International (PDX)

Portland International Airport is only 2.5± hours driving from Cascade Mountain View Farm. Served by: Air Canada, Alaska, American Airlines, Boutique Air, Condor, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, Icelandair, JetBlue, PenAir, Southwest, Spirit, Sun Country Airlines, Unites, Virgin America, Volaris, and WestJet.

Local Airport: Madras

The Madras Airport is considered a “heavy” airport, capable of handling any class of aircraft. Formerly a World War II training base for B-17 pilots, it is now the site for the annual Airshow of the Cascades, where a participant can view the Erickson Aircraft Collection and the Erickson Aero Tanker, which provides support for wildland fire suppression. (https://www.ci.madras.or.us/ community/page/welcome-madras)

Robert’s Field Airport (RDM)

AREA HISTORY

Central Oregon has a rich history, starting as the home of Northern Paiute and Southern Sahaptin Tribes before European settlement. Fur trappers were the first Europeans to explore the region, and by the 1870s, settlements had developed; Jefferson County was created in 1914 from part of neighboring Crook County to the east. The agricultural prosperity to the area was due to the railroad development in 1911 and later 1930s irrigation projects that led to the creation of the North Unit Irrigation District. Through much of the 20th century, the area was known for its lumber industry due to its proximity to the Cascade Mountain forests.

Jefferson County has kept its agricultural roots, but in recent years, the county’s small towns have become “bedroom communities” for the larger cities in the area. These “bedroom communities” provide more affordable housing for commuting workers who want to improve their lifestyle by enjoying the small-town lifestyle in a more rural environment.

1870s railroad workers

ACREAGE

417.79± deeded acres

Cascade Mountain View Farm consists of 417.79± deeded acres, 392.2± acres of which have irrigation water rights and are, or have recently been farmed to grass seed, alfalfa for hay and grain crops.

The balance of the property acreage consists of the homesite, farm site, livestock holding area, irrigation pond, irrigation ditches, and farm roads.

SCENIC VISTAS

True to its name, Cascade Mountain View Farm has dramatic views of the pine forests elevating to the crowning and majestic snow-capped Cascade Mountains to the west. It also has vast views of the juniper sagebrushcovered hills of Oregon’s high-desert plateau. The Crooked River National Grasslands cover huge expanses just a short distance to the farm’s west, south, and east.

Mount Jefferson

CLIMATE

Metolius has a pleasant climate that is relatively mild for Central Oregon. Sunny for much of the year, Metolius receives 11± inches of rain annually, not including snow. At its hottest during the summer months, Metolius is still pleasant due to its typically lower humidity. A typical growing season in Metolius is 133± days, making it one of the longest in Central Oregon. Winters are mild and very manageable, with rare significant snow events or periods of extreme cold.

Data courtesy of http://www.city-data.com/city/Culver-Oregon.html

IMPROVEMENTS

Cascade Mountain View Farm includes a 1997-year doublewide mobile home of 1,782 square feet with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The layout is open and airy, featuring vaulted ceilings, laminate, and carpeted flooring with recent interior paint. The country kitchen is bright, open, and roomy, featuring a center island. The home is well situated to take advantage of the Cascade Mountain views and is quietly located a good distance from the highway.

Additional improvements include:

• 17,395± square foot unfinished shop/ equipment storage/office structure, just waiting for your finishing touches

• Three granaries

Cascade Mountain View Farm | Madras, Oregon

The irrigation system includes:

• Three six-tower center pivots

• One seven-tower center pivot

• One six-tower lineal

• One seven-tower lineal

• Three quarter-mile wheel lines

• Miscellaneous handlines

• Irrigation pump, control panel, and electric motor

• Irrigation pond

RECREATION

Jefferson County is rich in recreation and attractions. The naturalist will enjoy the rivers, lakes, buttes, mountains, and wild areas of the county. You can rent a houseboat from Cove Palisades on Lake Billy Chinook, view Native American artifacts at the Warm Springs Museum, or hike to Steelhead Falls. These are just the tip of the iceberg of the recreational opportunities in Jefferson County.

Steelhead Falls

Although big game is not typically hunted on the farm, Cascade Mountain View Farm is eligible for two Land Owner Preference (LOP) tags (prospective purchasers to verify with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)). Geese routinely visit the farm to enjoy the alfalfa, grass seed, and grain fields. The farm is within ODFW Grizzly Unit 38 and, to the east of the farm, from the Crooked River and Lake Billy Chinook to the west, is the Metolius Unit 39. Both units are known for easy terrain, ease of drawing, decent public access, and are not typically crowded.

Just 3.5± miles west of Cascade Mountain View Farm lies Lake Billy Chinook, into which flow the Deschutes River, Crooked River, and Metolius River, all popular and fruitful fisheries along with the lake. Fishermen can fly-fish for Redband Rainbow Trout and Mountain Whitefish. Many online sites can give tips on the best rigs, flies, and techniques for fishing these rivers.

Lake Billy Chinook is well-known as a fishery for Largemouth Bass, Redband Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Bull Trout, and Whitefish. The lake is also known for its supply of Kokanee Salmon and Smallmouth Bass, both plentiful and considered easy to catch.

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Lake Billy Chinook

Canadian geese photo not taken on property

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS | ACTIVITIES

Short drives from Cascade Mountain View Farm can take you to many fun and exciting attractions. Head north less than 100 miles to skiing at Mount Hood (Oregon’s tallest mountain) or head South 60± miles to the Mount Bachelor Ski Area. Downtown Bend, known for its shopping, dining, and microbrews, is an easy 45± minute drive. The greater Central Oregon area is also blessed with many high-class resorts, including Sunriver, Eagle Crest, Pronghorn, Black Butte Ranch, and more. Central Oregon’s largest music venue, Hayden Homes Amphitheater (previously named Les Schwab Amphitheater), has hosted many big-name artists, including Bob Dylan, Dave Mathews Band, and Willie Nelson, just to name a few.

Central Oregon’s event list is extensive and includes:

• Oregon Winterfest (February)

• The Pole, Peddle, Paddle (May)

• Sisters’ Rodeo and Crooked River Round-up (June)

• Sisters’ Quilt Show (July)

• Culver Crawdad Festival (July)

• The Airshow of the Cascades (August)

• Deschutes and Jefferson County Fairs (August)

• And many more events

INCOME | RETURN OPPORTUNITY

Cascade Mountain View Farm is blessed with rich, loamy soils which, when irrigated, can grow most all crops common to the area. Crops commonly grown in the area include wheat, alfalfa hay, hybrid carrot seed, Kentucky bluegrass seed, peppermint oil and tea leaf, garlic seed, grass hay, and potatoes. Crops growing on the farm or recently grown include grain, alfalfa hay, and Kentucky bluegrass. Pick whatever crops you are comfortable growing or feel would be most profitable for you. An absentee owner/investor should have no problem locating a reputable area farmer that would lease the farm.

WATER SOURCES | WATER RIGHTS

Cascade Mountain View Farm has North Unit Irrigation District irrigation water rights for rights 392.2± acres which includes 389.6± acres of Deschutes River rights and 2.6± acres of Crooked River rights. North Unit Irrigation District services 58,842± acres of farm ground, which comprises most of the irrigated farm ground in the Deschutes River Basin.

Under Oregon law, all water is publicly owned. With some exceptions, cities, farmers, factory owners, and other users must obtain a permit or water right from the Water Resources Department to use water from any source, whether underground, lakes, or streams. Landowners with water flowing past, thru, or under their property do not automatically have the right to use that water without a permit from the Department; the State of Oregon administers the waters of Oregon under a “prior-appropriation” doctrine; first in time, first in right.

MINERAL RIGHTS

All mineral rights appurtenant to the property and owned by the Seller will convey to the Buyer at closing. Mineral rights are not guaranteed. It is suggested that the Buyer conduct a mineral search with a title company or attorney.

CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP

Each of us at Fay Ranches has a love of the land and a desire to see it remain as productive agricultural ground as well as quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting the use of thoughtful land stewardship, Fay Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitat and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, the landscape on which we work has been significantly enhanced by the conservation ethic and land use practices of our clients.

QUICK FACTS

• 417.79± deeded acres

• 392.2± acres of NUID water rights

• 1997-year doublewide mobile home

• Three pivots, two linears, three wheel-lines, handlines

• Cascade Mountain and territorial views

• Large, unfinished shop/equipment storage/office structure

• Three granaries

• Above-ground fuel storage

• Excellent access off SW Culver Highway

• Convenient location

SUMMARY

Cascade Mountain View Farm provides an excellent opportunity for someone just getting into farming or an established farmer who wishes to expand their operation. The farm is conveniently located in the heart of an established, reputable Central Oregon farming community, provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy a rural lifestyle, yet is convenient to goods, services, and a plethora of recreational pursuits. Don’t pass this one up!

$2,700,000

Cash, Conventional Financing, 1031 Tax Exchange

Please contact Alex Robertson at (541) 420-2394 | arobertson@fayranches.com or Scott Hawes at (541) 419-0770 | shawes@fayranches.com to schedule a showing. This is an exclusive listing. An agent from Fay Ranches must be present at all showings, unless otherwise noted or other arrangements are made. To view other properties, fly fishing properties, and sporting ranches that we have listed, please visit our web page at www.fayranches.com .

PRICE TERMS CONTACT NOTICE

Offer is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information regarding land classification, carrying capacities, maps, etc., is intended only as a general guideline and has been provided by the owners and other sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to research the information to their own satisfaction.