INTRODUCTION
This Central Oregon ranch is what dreams are made of! Mountain Sunset Ranch, located in Prineville, Oregon, is everything you are looking for. This fantastic property features some of the most jawdropping Cascade Mountain views in all of Central Oregon, which can be enjoyed from the comforts of the completely updated modern farmhouse. Sitting on 164± acres but just minutes to town, you will live your best life here at Mountain Sunset Ranch. Wildlife, including mule deer, and Rocky Mountain elk, often frequent the property to graze the pastures and drink from the spring-fed pond. The outdoorsman and big game hunter will enjoy the two landowner preference tags that are included with this property.
The beautiful 2,656± square foot, three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom farmhouse has all the right touches, including an open floorplan with high ceilings and exposed wood beams, all immersed in natural light. The kitchen is an absolute beauty and features a subway-tiled backsplash, two convection ovens, an induction stove top, a wine refrigerator, quartz countertops, a butcher block island, and more. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, a walk-through shower, wrap around porch, a breakfast nook overlooking one of the pastures, and extensive Cascade Mountain views from every room! This property also features a two-bedroom mother-in-law suite, completely updated with farmhouse finishes, perfect for out-of-town guests or multi-generational living. This space also makes an excellent work-from-home office suite, set away from the main house, allowing minimal distractions.
Other improvements include a nice shop with a meat processing room, a large hay barn, a vet/tack room, a chicken coop, and working corrals. This property is also fully fenced and cross-fenced for effortless pasture rotations and includes a groundwater rights permit (not a certificate) for up to 80± acres of water. The two-car garage and shop also feature electric vehicle charging stations.
Central Oregon is known for its outstanding quality of life, and Mountain Sunset Ranch falls nothing short of that. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, this ranch and the surrounding region are an outdoor enthusiast’s dream! Prineville is a small-town community less than an hour from Bend, allowing you to live the country lifestyle with city services nearby.
This relaxing country setting is just minutes from Prineville and allows plenty of elbow room for the kids to roam, dogs to play, horses to run, cows to graze, and chickens to lay. If you are looking for country living, privacy, a beautiful home, a nice shop, land to roam, and amazing views, all in a convenient location, this is a must-see. Mountain Sunset Ranch: Come for the views; stay for the fresh country air.
QUICK FACTS
• 164.83± acres
• Beautifully updated 3 bedroom/2.5 bathroom
• Nice shop with a meat processing room
• Stunning 2-bedroom bunkhouse
• Working corrals, vet/tack room, chicken coop
• Groundwater right permit for 80± acres
• Fenced and cross fenced
• Two landowner preference tags
• Amazing Cascade Mountain views
• One hour to Bend, Oregon
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 word class rock climbing, is 19 miles to the northwest.
GETTING THERE
From downtown Prineville, head east on Highway 26 for about 3.5 miles, then turn left on Johnson Creek Road. Take Johnson Creek Road for 1.5 miles, then turn right on Meadow Ridge Road. Mountain Sunset Ranch is located one mile down Meadow Ridge Road on the right-hand side.
AIRPORT SERVICES
Robert’s Field/Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM), 26± miles west of Mountain Sunset Ranch, 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 about a 3-hour drive from Mountain Sunset Ranch. www.fayranches.com | (800) 238.8616 | info@fayranches.com
The panoramic views at Mountain Sunset Ranch are endless. It offers some of the most spectacular views of the Cascade Mountains that the region is known for, from Mount Bachelor to Mount Jefferson. Other views include the Johnson Creek Valley and surrounding mountains and landscapes.
CLIMATE
Climate data courtesy of http://www.city-data.com/city/Prineville-Oregon.html
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 Mountain Sunset Ranch a very comfortable place to live.
IMPROVEMENTS
• 2,656± square foot home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, attached two-car garage
• 576± square foot 2 bedroom mother-in-law quarters
• Two bay shop
• Meat processing room
• Large hay barn
• Vet room (could be used as a tack room)
• Working corrals
• Perimeter-fenced and cross-fenced
• Spring fed pond
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 ducks and geese 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.
Photo not taken on property
Photo not taken on property
Mount BachelorIn 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 Mountain Sunset Ranch.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES
Local attractions include the Painted Hills, Mount Bachelor, the Columbia River Gorge, the Deschutes River, and Ochoco National Forest. Mount Bachelor is known for its excellent skiing and other winter sports and is about a 1.5-hour drive from Mountain Sunset Ranch. Columbia Gorge wine country is one of the up-and-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’s drive from the ranch. Oregon provides an abundance of attractions for everyone to enjoy.
Columbia River Gorge 22 Mountain Sunset Ranch | Prineville, OregonWATER SOURCES | WATER RIGHTS
Mountain Sunset Ranch includes a groundwater rights permit (not a certificate) for up to 80± acres of water. This property also features a spring-fed pond that could be used for additional irrigation. Call the listing agent for more details regarding the water rights.
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 loves the land and wants to see it remain a productive agricultural ground and a 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.
Mountain Sunset Ranch has everything you could want in a small acreage ranch. Enjoy breathtaking Cascade Mountain views and sunsets from the beautifully updated modern farmhouse that features 2,676± square feet of living space with three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. This home is set up with the entertainer and host in mind. The outdoor living space, wrap-around porch, views, and tranquility will ensure your guests will never want to leave. Additional improvements include a shop with a meat processing room, a beautiful two-bedroom guest home, working corrals, a hay shed, a vet/tack room, and a chicken coop. All this plus the property includes two landowner preference tags, a gated entry with excellent privacy, and a convenient location. Come make your dreams a reality at Mountain Sunset Ranch.
$1,650,000
Cash, Conventional Financing, 1031 Tax Exchange
PRICE TERMS CONTACT
Please contact Jesica Hicks at (949) 280-6762 | jesicah@fayranches.com or Jerry Hicks at (541) 4200679 | jhicks@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.