CASTLE CLIFF FARM
Extraordinary equestrian estate in Castle Pines, Colorado
Colorado - Douglas County - Castle Pines
Situated perfectly on 52 acres, Castle Cliff Farm lies below beautiful sandstone cliff formations overlooking acres of fenced rolling green pastures with unobstructed vistas of Pikes Peak and the Rocky Mountain Range. The property has 51 acre-feet of deeded water rights and the ability to irrigate pastures if desired. The farm is surrounded by a magical 4,000-acre dedicated open space called the Cherokee Ranch. Castle Cliff Farm is the quintessential equestrian estate, corporate or executive retreat. Located within the upscale metro-mountain community of Castle Pines, at an elevation of 6,000 feet, this property offers views, abundant wildlife, clean air, privacy and yet has a 5-mile proximity to city amenities and the exclusive members-only Country Club at Castle Pines featuring an exquisite 18-hole championship golf course and lodge. The discriminating gated entry leads to the grand entrance of this 10,000 sq. ft. two level French Country Mansion. The 34,000 sq. ft. turn-key equestrian facility includes a 100' x 200' state-of-the-art indoor arena with 24 stalls, 4 wash racks and owner's tack room/office. A smaller barn includes 5 stalls, 2 foaling stalls, a wash rack and tack room. There is also a large fenced 150' x 300' outdoor arena, 6 turn-out pastures, hay storage, tool shed, and caretaker's home.
Location and Area:
Castle Cliff Farm is ideally located near the upscale suburban community of Castle Pines and the city of Castle Pines North, between two major business hubs - Denver and Colorado Springs - just 45 minutes from Denver International Airport and 15 minutes from the private airport at Centennial in the Denver Tech Center. The property is approximately 25 miles south of Denver and 42 miles north of Colorado Springs just west of Interstate 25. King Soopers grocery store and The Shoppes at Castle Pines are a 5 minute drive away and fine dining, entertainment, Sky Ridge Hospital and the Park Meadows Shopping Mall are only a 10 minute drive. To the south, the small town of Castle Rock hosts many year-round events including wine, music and art festivals, holiday parades, and golf and bike tournaments. Castle Cliff Farm enjoys close proximity to seven beautiful and challenging public and private golf courses including the prestigious, members-only Country Club at Castle Pines. The majestic views from Daniels Park are within a 10 minute hike. In addition, world-class ski resorts including Aspen, Vail/Beaver Creek, Keystone and Breckenridge the property are within an easy drive. Castle Cliff Farm is within the Douglas County School District and known for its educational excellence.
Abundant wildlife such as elk, deer, bobcat, mountain lions, bear, bald eagles, red tail hawks, peregrine falcons, and turkeys call this prolific valley home. The property has 51 acre-feet of deeded water rights and the ability to irrigate pastures if desired.
Improvements:
Main Residence: Entrance to the property is through a secure gated entry from Daniels Park Road and follows along high quality, white equestrian fencing which leads to an exquisite sculptured stone double staircase leading to the home’s grand front entry. The foyer opens up to 30’ ceilings and a double staircase. Five large mason fireplaces adorn the kitchen, library, parlor, study/office and master bedroom. The kitchen, great room and library have 24’ ceilings with 200 year-old hand-hewn oak beams from Kentucky. The house faces south so each room is warm and bright throughout the day. The front patio with fire pit offers an ideal spot to watch the sunset change the colors of the valley below and listen to the bugling elk during the routing season.
The innovative design has many architectural details including five gas fireplaces, a 31' x 24' open-concept gourmet kitchen with 24' ceilings, large walk-in pantry, sub-zero refrigerator, stainless steel appliances, tall arched windows and limestone floors. The main level also features a 30' x 26' parlor, 25' x 19' dining room, 17' x 26' billiard/game room, 17' x 11' study, 17' x 18' library and a 21' x 15' family room.
On the main level, a magnificent wrought-iron, double-staircase in the foyer leads to a 47' x 26' master suite with a spacious 15' x 17' master bath and two walk-in closets. In addition, the upper level includes a large guest suite and two 15' x 14' bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bath.
On the north side of the house against a terraced landscaped hill is a spacious patio with manicured gardens, seating area and small reflecting pool.
Equestrian Facilities: Castle Cliff Farm is the ultimate metro-mountain equestrian property featuring two fully-equipped horse barns. The 34,000 sq. ft. turn-key equestrian facility includes an 100' x 200' state-of-the-art indoor arena with excellent footing, twenty-four 12' x 12' stalls built by Lodon Stalls out of London, four wash racks, owner's tack room/office, boarder's tack room and a 2nd level unfinished club house with a viewing area of the indoor arena. A smaller barn includes five 12' x 12' stalls, two 12' x 16' foaling stalls, a wash rack and tack room. There is also a large fenced 150' x 300' outdoor arena, six turn-out pastures, hay storage, tool shed and caretaker' home.
Clubhouse - An unfinished 1,200 sq. ft. clubhouse is located on the upper floor with viewing windows into the arena. The space offers possibilities for an entertaining area and complete views of the indoor riding area.
Arena, Hay Storage & Pastures - Situated on the south side of the indoor arena is a 150' x 350' outdoor arena offering plenty of riding and training space and adjacent hay storage with 60-ton holding capacity. There are six turn-out pastures separated by high-quality, white vinyl equestrian fencing.
Caretaker Home - A three-bedroom, two-bath ranch house provides additional living accommodations on the estate.
Utilities and Taxes:
All utilities at Castle Cliff Farm are underground with electric by IREA and natural gas Excel Energy. Telephone service is provided by Qwest with TV and internet by Direct TV and Hughes Net.
Real estate taxes on Castle Cliff Farm are $40,570 per year.
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