SOLD: Three Buttes Ranch | Fay Ranches

THREE BUTTES RANCH

Lingle, Goshen County, Wyoming

$1,700,000 | 1,035± Acres

Three Buttes Ranch | Lingle, Wyoming

INTRODUCTION

This beautiful 1,035± acre ranch is located approximately nine miles southeast of Lingle, Wyoming, in the heart of Goshen County. This year-round, well-balanced operation has an owner-rated carrying capacity of 60 to 70 cow/calf pairs year-round or five months of summer grazing with 80 pairs. The ranch is divided into six well-maintained pastures offering primarily rolling, native grassland and draws that supply excellent natural protection. Two wells provide water to the two residences and an ample supply to livestock through underground pipelines that lead to various stock tanks advantageously located in all six pastures on the ranch.

The improvements at the ranch are exceptionally well-maintained. With stunning views of the valley, the headquarters include a 2,460-square-foot home built in 2008, with a new addition completed in 2017. The primary residence features two welcoming living rooms, one with an excellent pellet stove and the other with a propane fireplace. Newer appliances and Silestone countertops compliment the spacious kitchen.

There are three large bedrooms, one and three-fourths bathrooms - both remodeled in 2019, and a two-car, attached garage making easy access into the home. There are several outbuildings at the main headquarters, including a new 36-foot X 40-foot cement floor shop with an automatic ten-foot door and an additional 30-foot X 48-foot cement floor shop.

An older home with several outbuildings and corrals is just over a quarter mile east of the headquarters. The Three Buttes Ranch provides an excellent habitat for wildlife, including mule deer, white-tail deer, antelope, sharp-tail grouse, and other upland bird species.

Lingle is a quaint farming and ranching community that offers a variety of attractions for visitors. From the national historic site of Fort Laramie to nearby activities, including hiking and fishing in the nearby mountains, Lingle, Wyoming, is truly a unique destination and a wonderful place to call home.

QUICK FACTS

• 1,035± deeded acres

• Four stock tanks

• Two wells

• Calving sheds

• Cross-fenced

• 6 well-maintained pastures

• Two dwellings

• Numerous pens/corrals

• Main headquarters

• 9 miles from Lingle, Wyoming

ACREAGE

1,035± deeded acres

Three Buttes Ranch | Lingle, Wyoming

Three Buttes Ranch | Lingle, Wyoming

SCENIC VISTAS

Three Buttes, centrally located on the ranch, offers spectacular views of the valley to the north and the Goshen Hole to the south.

IMPROVEMENTS

W est H omesite

This home was built in 2008 and offers a new addition completed in 2017 with a total living space of 2,460 square feet. There are three bedrooms with walk-in closets, and one and three-fourths bathrooms, both fully remodeled in 2019. The first living room has a propane fireplace with spectacular views of the valley, and the second has a very efficient pellet stove. Newer Bosch appliances and Silestone counters complement this spacious, well-lit kitchen. An air conditioning unit cools this home and has thermopane windows throughout the house, along with vaulted ceilings. There is plenty of additional storage with a partial basement, as well.

The two-car attached garage has a vaulted ceiling with insulated, finished walls allowing easy conversion of the additional 795 square feet to living space. A concrete apron in front of the garage and two 8-foot X 45-foot covered concrete patios give the home a clean, complete build.

Other improvements at the West homesite include a 14-foot X 32-foot three-sided horse shed complete with Miraco self-water tanks and an electrical underground thermo-tube for winter thermostat control.

A 30-foot X 48-foot shop built in 2011 offers 14-foot walls, concrete floors, new electrical, and LED lights inside and out. An added 36-foot X 40-foot shop completed in 2017 provides additional storage with all concrete floors, a large overhead door, LED lights throughout, and flood lights on the exterior.

This two-bedroom, one-bath home offers 1,100 square feet with a new metal roof installed in 2018, new exterior doors, and in 2011 new thermo-pane windows and mini blinds were installed throughout the home. In addition, a new well was completed in 2016.

Exterior improvements include a 24-foot X 32-foot detached garage and a 34-foot X 38-foot open-face shed with well-kept corrals. There is a Miraco self-water tank with thermo-tubing to control the electric element during winter, along with a hydrant and rubber tire tank. In addition, there is a 12-foot X 48foot calving shed with pens built in 2011, along with a newer 30-foot X 78-foot open-face shed.

RECREATION

Boating, camping, and hiking are among the many activities visitors can partake in within the surrounding State Parks and Medicine Bow National Forest.

F is H ing

About thirty-four miles to the west, Greyrocks Reservoir is a well-liked fishing location with plentiful walleye and a variety of trout, including cutthroat, brown, and rainbow.

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The Three Buttes Ranch offers an incredible habitat for wildlife, including mule deer, white-tail deer, antelope, sharp-tail grouse, and other upland bird species.

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AREA HISTORY

Lingle, Wyoming, is a small town located in the eastern part of the state. The town was founded in 1886 and was originally known as “Cactus.” The name was later changed to Lingle in honor of William Lingle, a local rancher who played a key role in the town’s early development. Despite its small size, Lingle has an incredible community, is rich in history, and is home to several notable landmarks. Other amenities include a K-12 public school system, a newer community center, a public park, and several small businesses. The town is also close to several recreational opportunities, including hiking, fishing, and hunting. Overall, Lingle offers a charming glimpse into Wyoming’s rich history and culture.

The Three Buttes Ranch offers an exceptional income opportunity as a well-balanced, year-round cattle operation.

CLIMATE

The University of Nebraska’s High Plains Regional Climate Center estimates that the Lingle area receives an average of 12.35 inches of precipitation per year, including 42.5 inches of snowfall. January’s average high and low temperatures are 41 and 13 degrees, respectively. July’s average high and low temperatures are 89 and 55 degrees, respectively.

Climate data courtesy of http://www.city-data.com/city/Lingle-Wyoming.html

WATER SOURCES | WATER RIGHTS

Water is provided throughout the ranch from two wells, both with underground pipelines that supply ample water to stock tanks located in all six pastures of the ranch.

The well located at the west homesite has a depth of 520 feet, produces 25 gallons per minute (GPM), and had a new, variable speed 2-HP pump installed in 2018 to make stock watering more efficient.

The well located at the east homesite has a depth of 430 feet, produces 8 gallons per minute (GPM), and had a new 2-HP pump installed in 2016.

All water rights adjudicated and permitted to the property shall be transferred to the buyer at the time of closing.

MINERAL RIGHTS CONSERVATION |

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.

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.

LOCATION

The Three Buttes Ranch is located approximately nine miles southeast of Lingle, Wyoming, and has exceptional year-round access via paved highway and graveled county roads.

GETTING THERE

To access the ranch from Lingle, Wyoming, turn south onto Highway 156, and after approximately 2.25 miles, turn right onto the Lingle/Veteran Highway. Travel approximately 5.5 miles and turn left onto County Road 68. Once on County Road 68, travel east approximately 1.5 miles, where the ranch headquarters turnoff will be to the right.

Three Buttes Ranch | Lingle, Wyoming

AIRPORT SERVICES

Several commercial airline services are available at Cheyenne, Wyoming; Scottsbluff, Nebraska; Casper, Wyoming; and Denver, Colorado.

Cheyenne, Wyoming: United Airlines offers daily flights from Cheyenne Regional Airport to Denver International Airport. Additional information can be found at https://www.cheyenneairport.com.

Scottsbluff, Nebraska: United Airlines offers daily flights from Scottsbluff Regional Airport to Denver International Airport. Additional information can be found at https://www.flyscottsbluff.com/.

Casper, Wyoming: United Airlines and Delta offer daily flights from Casper, Wyoming, to Denver, Colorado, and Salt Lake City, Utah. Additional information can be found at https://iflycasper.com/.

Denver, Colorado: Denver International Airport offers most major airlines and select charters. This airport operates 24 hours a day and provides nonstop daily services to more than 200 national and international locations. More information can be found at https://www.flydenver.com/.

SUMMARY

Situated in the center of Goshen County with sweeping views of the valley, this lovely 1,035± acre ranch is well-maintained and makes an incredibly efficient cattle operation with productive, cross-fenced pastures and ample water throughout. Three Buttes Ranch offers numerous improvements and two dwellings in Lingle, Wyoming, rich in history and agricultural culture, while providing a beautiful place to call home.

$1,700,000

Cash, Conventional Financing, 1031 Tax Exchange

Please contact Kelsea Vaughan at (307) 575-2776 | kvaughan@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.