39125 THOMPSON LANE SADDLE RIDGE RANCH
1,005 +/- acres water rights multiple barns hay meadow agricultural land abundant wildlife year-round recreation
Saddle Ridge Ranch is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own and enjoy over 1,000+ acres within 10 miles of Steamboat Springs and less than 15 miles from Yampa Valley Regional Airport. The perfect balance between convenience and privacy, Saddle Ridge Ranch is accessed by all paved roads from downtown Steamboat, the protected valley, 360 degree views, managed wetland, healthy meadows, and hidden glades offer a lavish ranch retreat. A 2,500sf caretaker residence can be used as the vision of the ranch unfolds. Paved roads extend into the property to create an easy path to a luxury homesite chosen for its seclusion and breathtaking views of the Steamboat Ski Area. The property has been grazed by cattle in the past, and over 200 acres are actively used for hay production. A new 2,400sf equipment barn and two historic barns offer storage. Recent stewardship of the property has created diverse wildlife habitat,
improved agriculture, and endless recreational opportunities. The managed wetland is home to waterfowl such as ducks, geese, and sandhill cranes, plus deer, elk, antelope and more. For horses, there are hundreds of acres of pasture and miles of trails for riding. The private trail system also allows for ATVs, hiking, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. When it’s time for a trip to town, the shops and restaurants of downtown Steamboat are 10 miles away on paved, plowed roads. The southern part of the property has been subdivided for up to seven 35 acre lots. With paved roads, a gated entrance and constructed wells, there is no better location for a family compound. All the pieces are in place for the next owner to easily to impart a new vision and establish a new legacy.
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SADDLE RIDGE RANCH
FEATURES
LOCATION • Main entrance with easy access off Highway 40, 9 miles west of Steamboat Springs. • 39125 Thompson Lane • Paved roads all the way to the luxury homesite • Secondary entrance off of maintained County Road 44 • 39975 CR44B • Location of caretaker home LAND DESCRIPTION • Rolling topography with flat upper meadows lined by steeper hillsides protecting the lush valley floor below. • Mix of hay meadow, mountain meadows, brush covered hill sides, and tree groves tucked into private valleys • Ranges from 6,500’ at the main entrance to 7,300 feet in elevation at the very highest point. • The primary homesite with panoramic views is just under 7,000’ • Tremendous wildlife habitat and quality agricultural land • Managed as a wildlife preserve under current owner WATER RIGHTS and FEATURES • A managed and designed wetland was created by the current owner to create waterfowl habitat • A pipeline was developed by the current owner to distribute water to multiple locations across the northeast portion of the ranch for wildlife and potential livestock use • 4 wells were constructed to allow for future development of up to 7 homes
EASEMENTS, LEASES TO OTHERS, ETC. • The northern 747 acres of the ranch are under a conservation easement with Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (merged with Yampa Valley Land Trust). • The easement allows for agricultural and recreational uses • The easement excludes the luxury homesite • The southern 257 acres are fully excluded from the easement AGRICULTURE • The property was historically grazed by cattle, but the current owner has rested the property from grazing to rehabilitate overgrazed areas. • The water pipeline better distributes water and will allow for improved, managed grazing. • Close to 200 acres have been in hay production • 170 acres of dryland • 30 acres of irrigated or sub-irrigated meadow RECREATION • Amazing and diverse wildlife habitat • Current ownership established an unofficial wildlife preserve that has created endless viewing opportunities and the potential for high quality hunting experiences. • The managed wetland is home to a wide variety of water fowl • Numerous elk, mule deer, bear, coyote, and much, much more • Outstanding horse property with 100’s of acres of pasture and miles of varied terrain for riding • Trails on the ranch allow for riding, ATVs, mountain biking, hiking, and more. • Multitude of winter recreation options on the ranch including snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and snow shoeing with the ski area being only minutes away.