D BAR C R ANC H Bancroft, Caribou County, Idaho $6,500,000 | 600± Acres
D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
INTRODUCTION D Bar C Ranch is tucked away at the foot of the Soda Springs hills in Bancroft, Idaho. Imagine sitting beneath the covered porch of this lovely 3,000 square foot, five bedroom, two bath log home. The yard is surrounded by mature trees that provide shade and grant just the right amount of privacy. The nourishing grasses that blanket the pastures and farm ground give sustenance to the wildlife and livestock. D Bar C Ranch is a 600± acre paradise with four flowing springs and three ponds where geese and duck flock. Elk, mule deer, and moose pass through the beautiful property on their journey to neighboring mountain ranges. In every direction, the hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities are some of the very best in Idaho. Five pivots, flood irrigation, and hand lines water 480± acres of farm ground and pasture. The farm ground is utilized to grow seed potatoes, grain, and alfalfa. The ranch is the perfect balance between agricultural and recreational value. This blissful land comes with the promise of peaceful seclusion and panoramic views. Whether you are in the market for farm ground, raising livestock, hunting, or just need your own corner of Idaho, this one is for you!
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QUICK FACTS • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
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600± acres 3,000 square foot log home 24-foot x 30-foot detached garage Shop, barn, corrals 3 ponds and 4 flowing springs 400± acres of irrigated farm ground 80± fully fenced acres of irrigated pasture 487 shares of water from the Farmer Land and Irrigation Company 0.5 hours to Chesterfield Reservoir and Blackfoot Reservoir Great elk, mule deer, and duck hunting 20 minutes to the world-famous Lava Hot Springs 1 hour to Bear Lake 1 hour to Pebble Creek Ski Area 2.5 hours to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
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LOCATION The D Bar C Ranch is on the outskirts of the quaint and tight-knit community of Bancroft, Idaho, in the gem valley. The property lies within three miles of Highway 30, providing easy access for quick travel and is the connector to the surrounding communities. The ranch is easily accessible all year long. Following Ivins Road to Highway 30 and making a left or right turn, within 20 minutes, you will arrive in Lava Hot Springs or Soda Springs. Travel down Highway 30 toward Lava Hot Springs and continue on the route winding through the charming valley; you will come upon I-15, which is the main travel corridor north and south in the area. Pocatello, Idaho (population 56,016), is an easy hour-long commute north and is the fifth largest city in Idaho. Pocatello is also home to Idaho State University, which offers over 250 programs, and is Idaho’s designated institution in health professions.
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
AIRPORT SERVICES The Pocatello Regional Airport is 63 miles north on I-15. The airport offers daily direct flights to the Salt Lake City International Airport on Delta Connection, operated by SkyWest Airlines. If you prefer a direct flight from the Salt Lake International Airport, it is only a two-and-a-half-hour drive (169 miles) south on I-15. Twelve airlines and their affiliates serve Salt Lake City International Airport(SLC): AeroMexico, Alaska Airlines, American, Delta Air Lines, Eurowings Discover, Frontier, JetBlue, KLM, SkyWest, Spirit, Southwest, and United. SLC is a major hub for Delta Air Lines, with about 70 percent of total traffic.
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AREA HISTORY D Bar C Ranch has been in the same family for over 120 years and was originally a wagon repair shop on the Oregon Trail. This became a stop to fix wagon wheels/axles and a camping location for travelers and pioneers passing through. The town was originally called Squaw Creek and was an outgrowth of a water station built by the railroad on Squaw Creek in 1882. The area grew quickly with the pioneer expansion on the Oregon Trail and the Railroad establishment. Bancroft, Idaho, was officially named in 1898 after W.H. Bancroft, the first vice-president and general manager of the Oregon Short Line Railroad. The most prominent tradition in Bancroft is the annual celebration on July 24th commemorating Pioneers reaching the Salt Lake Valley. This date also falls each year, the day after the official establishment of Bancroft. The celebration includes dutch-oven dinners, chuck wagon breakfasts, kids’ games, craft fairs, and a parade. The amateur rodeo is also held annually and is one of the longest-running in the state. For over 123 years, Bancroft has continued this tradition. Traveling through Soda Springs on Highway 30, Hooper Springs is two miles north of the center of town and is the area’s most famous natural soda spring. A marvel on the Oregon trail for emigrants passing through, Hooper Springs was noted for the picturesque setting and the cold, naturally carbonated water spring. Emigrants would add flavorings to the water to create natural soda-fountain drinks. Today Hooper Springs is a City park with a covered pavilion, restrooms, picnic areas, BBQ pits, playground equipment, and a basketball court. Hooper Springs has been a prime attraction for over 160 years. The roads, the railroad tracks, and the river all continue to run at the same pace as they have for decades. Many properties, like D Bar C Ranch, remain less developed than surrounding communities. Bancroft is a quiet community dedicated to preserving the history, where you won’t have to look far for a friendly neighbor willing to help.
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
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ACREAGE The 600± acres of prime Idaho country property spans out in the distance and backs up to the Soda Springs hills, allowing for the privacy we all seek. The 400± acres of irrigated farm ground is leased to a local farmer, and cows are grazing the 80± acre irrigated and fenced pasture. The availability of water rights this ranch offers is sought after.
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
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CLIMATE The area receives, on average, about 16 inches of rain per year. June through September are the warmest months of the year. The average temperature for this time of year is a comfortable 70-85 degrees. July is the hottest month and averages 86 degrees. The snowfall average is approximately 64 inches annually, with January being the coldest month. The area provides excellent winter recreation activities. Climate data for Bancroft, Idaho courtesy of http://www.city-data.com/city/Bancroft-Idaho.html
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
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IMPROVMENTS • • • • • • •
3,000 square foot log home 5 bedroom, 2 bath with a covered porch Shop Barn Corrals Silos 80± acres of fully fenced pasture property
There are also three pumps running five pivots in addition to hand lines for the irrigated farm ground.
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
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RECREATION Alexander Reservoir is 1,012± acres of gorgeous waters. Being 4.5 miles long and one mile wide, it also offers an excellent area for those wanting to get out in a boat, swim, or picnic. There are two boat access ramps with docks conveniently located just off Highway 30. The reservoir is only 8 miles from D Bar C Ranch! There are stunning views of the Bear River Mountain and Chesterfield Range. In addition to boating and swimming, the reservoir is a prime fishing site.
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
H unting & W ildlife Birds flock to open skies, fields, and water sources, including geese and duck. Mule deer, elk, cougar, and moose migrate through this open range. Among outdoor pursuits, hunting connects us most profoundly with animals and nature. The ranch is in hunting district 72 and is nearly a jump to the bordering districts. D Bar C Ranch is surrounded by some of Idaho’s most supreme hunting territory. The wide-open country seems to go on forever. The trophy elk in the area is a controlled hunt, and fewer hunters since only limited tags are given out each year. Mule deer and elk winter on the neighboring ranges and are seen regularly grazing the abundant vegetation. Diamond Creek, Unit 76, is just around the bend and has the second highest deer population in Southeast Idaho. This is one of the largest archery destinations, and during this time of year, there is a high chance you will get your shot at a trophy bull or buck. The Diamond Creek area will ensure your freezer is stocked with meat through the winter. The rugged and isolated terrain makes scouting memorable. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
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F ishing
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In a quick trip from D Bar C Ranch, the best fishing holes in Southeast Idaho lay waiting. The reservoirs, creeks, lakes, and rivers are not lacking. Alexander Reservoir is scenic with great boat access only 11 minutes from D Bar C Ranch. Fishermen will find a variety of fish, including catfish, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, lake trout, and brown trout. While Alexander Reservoir is great and a little closer in proximity, avid fishermen will be beckoned by other waters and won’t have to travel much further. Chesterfield Reservoir and Blackfoot Reservoir are both roughly 30 miles from the ranch. Blackfoot Reservoir covers 18,000± surface acres when it is full and is the second largest reservoir in Southeast Idaho. Its waters are not only popular for rainbow and cutthroat trout but are also used by waterfowl, waterbirds, and shorebirds. Chesterfield Reservoir spans 1,264± acres, and cutthroat trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout are plentiful. You can spend your day on the bank or float the waters. Gliding across the water, bow fishing is very popular in the area. Other flowing water options are nearby, like Squaw Creek and the Portneuf River. The Snake River is another great freshwater option right around the bend within an hour and a half. The Snake River extends for 1,078 miles and is the thirteenth largest River in North America. The South Fork of the River is 64 miles long and runs northwest from the Palisades Reservoir near Alpine, Wyoming. The South Fork is one of the best wild trout fisheries in the U.S. Wild rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout thrive along this waterway, where you can pull in twenty trout per day. Whether you are fly fishing, spinning, or baitcasting, your chances of getting a bite at these top spots are high. Bundle up because fishing doesn’t end once the temperatures cool. Ice fishing during the winter months is also very popular! No matter the time of year, the outdoor scenery and fishing are epic. 16
D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
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O ther R ecreation
Bear Lake
The ranch has easy access to unlimited recreational opportunities. If there is an adventure you are looking for, it will likely be just around the corner from home. Lava Hot Springs is a place you will pass through anytime you journey toward Interstate 15 toward Pocatello or Salt Lake City. Lava Hot Springs is world famous and is a prime vacation summer destination! Lava Hot Springs offers any outdoor recreation and entertainment. Local restaurants, soaking in the natural mineral springs, swimming, river floating, biking, and horseback riding trails are a hand full. Twenty miles long and five miles wide, Bear Lake is only a 55-minute drive from the ranch and won’t disappoint. The lake has intense turquoise-colored water, white sandy beaches, and a shallow sloping shoreline suitable for every age. It is often referred to as the “Caribbean of the Rockies.” Half of Bear Lake is in Idaho, and the other half is in Utah. The views are stunning, and there are yearround options for fun outdoors. In the summer, you will find the white sandy beaches to relax, boats, and fishermen. There are trails to hike, awesome caves, and Bloomington Lake, one of the most stunning hidden lakes you will find anywhere. In the winter, homes and condos are usually rented out for a weekend for those who take advantage of the heavy snowfall for snowmobiling, skiing, and sledding. Pebble Creek Ski Area is also only an hour away and offers some of the best skiing. The saying is, “If you can ski Pebble, you can ski anywhere.” Pebble Creek Ski area offers challenging mountains and excellent terrain. At the summit, the elevation is 9,271 feet. There are three chair lifts and 1,100 acres of skiable terrain. While Pebble Creek may be unknown to many, it has been listed as one of the top 30 ski areas. The area also holds events and festivals in the spring and fall and offers some of the best views! 18
D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
Lava Hot Springs
Pebble Creek Ski Area
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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is just one of those destination locations! The drive to get there is nothing short of spectacular for anyone who loves taking in the landscape. In less than two and half hours, the incredible views continue in the Jackson Hole area. The valley is formed near the statuesque Teton Range. The Grand Teton National Park occupies the northwestern part of the valley, encompassing much of the Teton Range and Jackson Lake. The Snake River threads through the entire valley. High-scale restaurants and retreats and incredible hiking, biking, and skiing abound. Jackson Hole has gondolas, aerial ropes courses via ferrata, trams, elk refuge tours, wagon rides, whitewater rafting, shopping, and the list continues. Anything you seek is available at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort The location so accessible from the ranch is about perfect for a weekend getaway.
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
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INCOME OPPORTUNITY This is already a productive farming property. Historically, the 400± acre farm ground has produced on average 100 bushels of grain per acre or 250 sacks of seed potatoes per acre. The water rights for this tract allow any owner to turn a good profit growing and selling crops. The ranch is also set up for livestock to graze on a fully fenced and irrigated 80± acre section. There is a barn and corrals for raising and keeping livestock. Cows currently graze the pasture, but any livestock can be raised. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
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WATER SOURCES | WATER RIGHTS Water is a necessity of life, and there are not many properties with water rights quite like this one. The D Bar C ranch has multiple, fully developed water sources in every area of the ranch. • • • • • •
Three pumps Five pivots Flood irrigating and hand lines Four flowing springs Three ponds Grain silos
The 487.5 shares of water from the Farmers Land & Irrigation Canal are 10% of the right. The water systems are a recreational and functional asset to the ranch.
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP Each of us at Fay Ranches loves the land and wants to see it remain productive agricultural ground and quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting thoughtful land stewardship, Fay Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethics and land-use practices have significantly enhanced our work landscape. 23 www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
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D Bar C Ranch | Bancroft, Idaho
SUMMARY As the sun rises and sets across the D Bar C Ranch, the splendor of this Old West landscape is breathtaking. Mountains, fields, meadows, ponds, springs, and hunting with end-of-the-road privacy seem impossible to find. The views and the natural setting have been preserved from the intrusion of development for over 120 years. D Bar C Ranch possesses all the benefits of a remote ranch while nearby modern conveniences. This ranch doubles as a producing ranch and a recreational destination. Better latch onto this beautiful piece before it gets snatched up!
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PRICE $6,500,000
TERMS Cash, Conventional Financing, 1031 Tax Exchange
CONTACT Please contact Seth Johnson at (208) 530-1106 | sjohnson@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.
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.
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SETH JOHNSON Ranch Sales Licensed in: ID c. 208-530-1106 sjohnson@fayranches.com
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