Grimes Farm | Fay Ranches

GRIMES FARM

Prineville, Oregon

$1,295,000 | 77.98± Acres

Grimes Farm | Prineville, Oregon

INTRODUCTION

Have you been looking for a nice, quiet piece of farm ground with an excellent location and sufficient improvements? Then take a look at Grimes Farm, located in one of the best locations Prineville, Oregon, has to offer.

This 77.98± acre small farm features a custom-built 2,040± square foot, triple-wide, manufactured home, and a 1,520± square foot shop. These improvements sit at the end of a long private driveway that runs through the property and is positioned a nice distance off the main road.

The Grimes Farm is almost completely irrigated, featuring 77.8± acres of irrigation, through Ochoco Irrigation District. The irrigation system is already in place and consists of three wheel lines, a pivot (that needs to be installed but is at the location), and hand lines.

Currently, there is a stand of alfalfa in one field and historically planted teff grass (an annual grass) in the other field that is ready for the new owner to choose the next crop. It could be alfalfa, grass, or high valued specialty crop. This is excellent, deep farm ground, suitable for high-yielding hay and grain crops or high valued row crops.

This property would also make an excellent small cattle operation by converting the farm ground into permanent pasture. Only a few minutes to town and less than an hour to Bend, Oregon, shopping, restaurants, and health services are all a convenient drive from Grimes Farm.

Small, high-quality farms with great locations and nice improvements like this one are hard to find. See for yourself why Grimes Farm is an excellent choice!

QUICK FACTS

• 77.98± acres

• 77.8± acres of irrigation

• 2,040± square foot newer manufactured home

• 1,540± square foot shop

• Irrigation system in place, including wheel lines, pivot, and handlines

• Over 70± acres of productive farm ground

• Perfect for a small cattle operation

• Excellent location in Prineville

• Less than an hour to Bend

• Cascade Mountain views

LOCATION

East of Bend, just off Highway 26, and almost entirely surrounded by rimrock, is the city of Prineville, Oregon. Prineville is the seat of Crook County and the oldest city in Central Oregon, with a population of 9,253 (2010 census). Its quiet downtown strip offers shopping and dining opportunities, while the surrounding natural landscape offers countless opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Prineville is located in Central Oregon’s high desert with the Cascade Mountains to the west and Ochoco National Forest to the east. The Crooked River runs just south of the city, and the famous Deschutes River is only an hour away. Smith Rock State Park, famous for its deep river canyons and world-class rock climbing, is 19 miles to the northwest.

Grimes Farm | Prineville, Oregon

GETTING THERE

From Prineville, head north on Main Street, then turn left on Lamonta Road. Take Lamonta for about 4.5 miles, then turn left on Grimes Road. Grimes Farm is approximately .5 miles down on the left. Please do not drive down the private driveway. The listing agent must accompany showings.

AIRPORT SERVICES

Robert’s Field/Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM), 24± miles west of Grimes Farm, is the closest major airport. RDM is located in the heart of Central Oregon and is currently served by four air carriers: Alaska Air, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United/United Express with daily direct flights to Denver, Portland, Los Angeles International, San Francisco, Salt Lake City, and Seattle. RDM offers 15 daily commercial flights, affordable parking rates, and short lines. The airport is home to the USDA Forest Service Redmond Air Center, Life Flight, Butler Aircraft Services, Les Schwab, Bonneville Power, and Henderson Aviation. Portland International Airport is also an option for air travel and is less than a 3-hour drive from Grimes Farm.

ACREAGE

77.98± total acres

77.8± acres of irrigation

SCENIC VISTAS

The panoramic views from Grimes Farm are endless. It offers some of the most spectacular views of Grimes Valley, Grizzly Mountain, and the Cascade Mountains.

CLIMATE

Central Oregon boasts over 300 days of sunshine a year. With that much sunshine and the outdoor activities available, there is no shortage of adventure to be enjoyed. Average peak temperatures for summer are 70 to 80 degrees, while winter’s mild average temperatures range from 30 to 50 degrees. These magnificent temperatures year-round make Cascade View Farmhouse a very comfortable place to live.

Information courtesy of http://www.city-data.com/city/Prineville-Oregon.html

IMPROVEMENTS

2,040± square foot manufactured home with three bedrooms/2 bathrooms

1520± square foot shop

Full pivot

Wheel lines

Hand lines

RECREATION

Enjoy a range of recreational pursuits in the Cascade Mountain Range and Smith Rock State Park to the west, the Ochoco National Forest to the east, and along the Deschutes River and its tributary, the Crooked River. Fall through spring provide outdoor enthusiasts with the opportunity to hike, climb and bike throughout the region. Winter months offer downhill and cross-country skiing on Mount Bachelor and snowmobiling in the Cascades.

H unting & W ildlife

The flyway for duck and goose in this region is famous to hunters throughout America. The concentrations of birds and the opportunity to hunt them are almost limitless. The presence of deer, elk, and other big game is also a draw to the area. It is an outdoorsman’s paradise with more area to fish and hunt and fewer people to contend with. Wildlife common in this area would include duck, geese, turkey, deer, elk, quail, cougar, coyote, and more. It is rich and lush, and nearby forests and mountains sustain large herds.

Smith Rock State Park

Photo not taken on property

In addition to year-round fishing for trout and steelhead, Central Oregon is surrounded by nationally renowned rivers, streams, and lakes that provide anglers with a mind-boggling abundance and variety of world-class fishing opportunities. The Deschutes River, Crooked River, Lake Billy Chinook, and Prineville Reservoir are all within an hour’s drive from Grimes Farm.

Deschutes River

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

Local attractions include the Painted Hills, Mt. Bachelor, the Columbia River Gorge, the Deschutes River, and Ochoco National Forest. Mt. Bachelor is known for its excellent skiing and other winter sports and is about a 1.5-hour drive from Grimes Farm. Columbia Gorge wine country is one of the upand-coming wine regions in the United States and is about a 2.5-hour drive from the property. Portland is about a three-hour drive, and Bend is about an hour from the farm. Oregon provides an abundance of attractions for everyone to enjoy.

INCOME | RETURN OPPORTUNITY

Grimes Farm is an excellent small farm that has historically produced high-quality alfalfa and teff grass. This farm would also make an excellent cattle operation by converting the farm ground into permanent pasture.

WATER SOURCES | WATER RIGHTS

Grimes Farm includes 77.8± acres of irrigation through Ochoco Irrigation District.

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 water of Oregon is administered by the State 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.

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 habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethic and land-use practices have significantly enhanced the landscape on which we work.

SUMMARY

Grimes Farm is the perfect farm for someone looking to downsize from a larger operation or expand their farming experience. Located in an excellent area of Prineville, Oregon, it offers nice improvements, including a 2,040± square foot home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms and a 1,520± square foot shop. With beautiful views, excellent privacy, and income-producing opportunities, this small farm makes an excellent place for the young family to live the rural lifestyle. Most of the work is done for someone to continue farming alfalfa and teff grass. The 77.8± acres of irrigation include three wheel lines, a pivot (that needs to be installed but is at the location), and hand lines, making an efficient and easy operation. Looking for a small cattle operation? With a few updates, this could easily be converted into permanent pasture.

$1,295,000

Cash, Conventional Financing, 1031 Tax Exchange

Please contact Jesica Hicks at (949) 280-6762 | jesicah@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.