28500 COUNTY ROAD 6L ESTES RANCH
83 +/- acres water rights multiple barns irrigation agricultural land year-round recreation
Capture the 360-degree views of the surrounding mountain vistas from Finger Rock to the Flat Tops on this productive 83+ acre ranchette. The productive property is perfect for horses or a base for a small livestock operation with irrigated hay meadow and ample water resources. Two homes offer the opportunity for a family compound, on-site caretaker, or the ability to live in one and generate rental income from the other. The original home is a 4BR/3BA home with two living areas, an office, covered patio, and flat, fenced yard with panoramic views of the Flat Tops mountains. A 3,800sf livestock barn and 1,200sf garage and equipment shop are nearby for maintaining the ranch. The newer single story home was constructed in 2019, is 1,680sf with 3BR/2BA, and includes contemporary finishes and an expansive fenced yard. This property can easily generate immediate income as a rental. Adjacent to Hwy 131, maintained county roads provide easy access, and the location on the outskirts of Yampa provides convenience to both Steamboat Springs and the Vail Valley. Head to national forest, the wilderness area, the upper Yampa River, or near-by reservoirs in just minutes. This offering provides flexibility in use and vision, productivity, elbow room, amazing views, and ease of location.
ESTES RANCH
FEATURES LOCATION • Just over 1 mile south of Yampa • Easy access off of HWY 131 on maintained county roads LAND DESCRIPTION • Irrigated hay meadow and productive grass pasture • 360-degree views of the Flat Tops, Green Ridge, Finger Rock, and neighboring ranch lands IMPROVEMENTS • Original Home (off CR 6L) • 1996 stick built (Ron Nielson builder), 4+ bed, 3 full-bath, 2464 sqft • 2008 shed, 1200 sqft (30x40 newer equipment shop, concrete) • Hay and livestock barn (30x110 + 10x50; 3800 sqft) • Secondary home (off CR 6D) • 2019 modular, 3 bed, 2 bath, 1680 sqft • Old barn, sheds/shelters (some older building have been removed)
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FEATURES WATER RIGHTS and FEATURES • Phillips Creek runs along the south eastern property line and provides livestock water and habitat for ducks and fish • Water Rights • .5 CFS of Hein Spring #4 • 21/22nds interest for 2.5 CFS of Independent Highline Ditch • .5 CFS of South Side Ditch • 2 CFS of SJRH Ditch #1 • 2 CFS of SJRH Ditch #2 • A separate map and summary is available. All rights presented are to be confirmed by buyer. AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION • Cattle – ~30 cows on property Oct-June (summer off ranch) • Averages 2,000 small bales of grass hay for both properties (~65 tons) RECREATION • Easy access to USFS and Flat Tops Wilderness Area EQUIPMENT • Not included in sale, but some may be negotiated separately.