SANGUINE CREEK RANCH

Only five minutes from the ranch, the expanding town of Fairplay is the County Seat and center of Park County Government. A charming and historic family-friendly town with approximately 1,000 full-time residents, Fairplay and the surrounding Park County is a wonderful safe, hometown place to live and conduct business and offers most daily conveniences a full or part-time resident or guest would need including public schools (elementary, middle and high schools), medical facilities, post office, restaurants, markets and grocery store, gas stations, hotels and motels, and numerous small specialty businesses.

From the main part of the ranch, spectacular views abound in every direction. The ranch is situated in a high mountain valley with a small meandering stream traversing it. There are two large ridges on both sides of the ranch that reach over a 1000-foot higher than the valley floor. Looking north from the ranch, one can enjoy picturesque, unobstructed views of the massive and nearly 14,000 tall Mt. Silverheels Peak and Little Baldy Mountain. Looking south on clear days, the beautiful Sangre De Cristo Mountain Range is in full view. Although the ranch itself is mostly situated on the grassy meadow in the valley, there are parts of the ranch reaching up onto the tree covered ridges characterized with mixed pine and thick aspen groves which would offer wonderful additional building sites. There are three springs on the ranch providing additional water sources for livestock and wildlife.

Acreage:
Sanguine Creek Ranch encompasses approximately 1,640 acres comprised of 403 deeded acres, 640 State Lease acres* and 600 BLM lease acres. The ranch's unique shape of a flag pole blocks all of the public access to the BLM and state land on its eastern boundary providing, privacy and quiet tranquility. Approximately 27 acres of the deeded acreage is zoned commercial which allows the ranch to operate in an income-producing capacity. Currently and for the past 27 years, Sanguine Creek Ranch has operated as a thriving dude ranch.

The seller is willing to divide the ranch for a buyer who desires to continue the dude ranch operation for less money up front. In addition, the ranch acreage could be split to separate 140 acres containing the main ranch operations improvements including all structures except the main residence. This would allow the buyer full access to the state & BLM lands and would include a portion of Trout Creek.

Improvements:
A fully operating dude ranch capable of accommodating hundreds of dining guests and dozens of overnight guests, the fenced and cross-fenced property has a variety of improvements including a modest 3,400 sq. ft main residence with three bedrooms, two baths and an unfinished lower level with two finished baths, a main lodge with restaurant, commercial kitchen, large dining room with a restaurant license, saloon with a full liquor license, game room, and twelve guest rooms with two double beds in each room. The lodge also has a three-bedroom guest suite.

Close to the main lodge, an entertainment barn offers over 8,000 sq. ft. with over a 200-person capacity and features a dance floor, musician's stage and plenty of tables and chairs for socializing, eating and drinking. Directly behind the main lodge are six rustic yet comfortable two-bedroom, one-bath cabins and one one-bedroom, one-bath cabin ideal for guests who want their own quarters away from the lodge.

Two additional modest homes on the property with six additional bedrooms provide plenty of housing for seasonal or fulltime staff. A portion of Sanguine Creek Ranch is zoned for a campground and improved with one commercial well capable of servicing thirty-five RV hook ups with additional space for many more RV sites that don't need external water. Additional improvements include various equipment and storage buildings and shelters near the main headquarters for storing tack, equipment, hay and other ranch operations tools.

Horse amenities include several covered three-sided loafing sheds near the main headquarters, open box stalls and two outdoor riding arenas.

Water Resources:
Sanguine Creek Ranch has approximately three quarters of a mile of Trout Creek, a year-round stream which bisects the property along with a small stocked trout, three springs, two good producing commercial wells and one domestic well.

Recreational Opportunities:
2,500 State and BLM acres directly bordering the west side of Sanguine Creek Ranch and easy access to 25,000 State Wildlife Area and BLM acres on the east side provide excellent additional space to enjoy endless recreation opportunities and abundant wildlife habitat.

South Park (Park County) is well known as the "Fly Fishing Capital of Colorado" with plenty of Gold Medal fishing waters on multiple forks of the South Platte River along with several popular lakes including Spinney Reservoir, Eleven-Mile Reservoir, Tarryall Reservoir and Antero Reservoir.

South Park is a well-known destination spot for hunters to enjoy the large populations of elk, mule deer and antelope. Located in Trophy Big Game Units 50, 500 and 501, there are huge numbers of elk yet a limited amount of hunters. It is not uncommon to see herds of five hundred or more elk on or crossing this ranch. In addition, Bighorn Sheep and Rocky Mountain Goats are frequently viewed close to the ranch.

Additional Acreage:
A separate property bordering the Sanguine Creek Ranch is available for sale through a separate seller. If all of the acreage comprising this ranch or a portion of this land was purchased by the owner of Sanguine Creek Ranch, it would provide direct access into the 25,000 State Wildlife and BLM acres on the west side of the property. The additional property is characterized with cabins, electricity and nearly one mile of Trout Creek traversing the property.

Historical Interest:
Sanguine Creek Ranch has several log buildings which were built in the late 1800's and which have been slightly restored and currently used for rental retreats. An old railroad spur runs through a portion of the ranch which is visible when the county re-grades the road. Many guests have enjoyed finding old railroad spikes. The property was also an active camping and hunting ground for the Ute Indians. Old tee-pee rings, arrowheads and chips from the stones used to create the arrowheads are artifacts which are common treasures guests enjoy searching for during their stay.

Climate:
With an unusually mild mountain climate and below-average snowfall compared to other areas of the state, the dude ranch operations including the outdoor activities such as horseback riding is a productive, year-round business. There is an average of 13.6' annual precipitation, 84" of snow and the cool summer average high temperatures are in the 70's with cool crisp nights. The winter's mild climate averages high temperatures are in 30's.

Mineral and Water Rights:
All mineral and water rights will be conveyed with purchase.

Brokers' Comments:
Parts of the Sanguine Creek Ranch have been in operation for over 100 years and the Dude Ranch has been a successful operation for over 27 years. The property can accommodate over five hundred day guests and several dozen over-night guests, depending on the season. Events on the ranch have included concerts, weddings, festivals, corporate retreats, family reunions or just a couple of friends in a small private party who want to ride the beautiful, unspoiled land alone.

For the buyer desiring the property to operate a business or continue with the current business, commercial zoning, water, sanitation, restaurant and liquor licenses, hotel and cabin accommodations, employee contacts and many more operation start-up activities are already in place. The seller is willing to divide the ranch to accommodate many different situations. Sanguine Creek Ranch is an excellent investment with the potential to divide into 35-acre tracts in the future should the new buyer desire to do so.

 

*State Lease Assignment: This property has a lease on 640 acres of adjoining State Trust Land. This lease may be assignable to the purchaser subject to the written approval of the State Land Board. The State Trust Land is not included in the purchase price nor is there any value in purchase price associated to the lease. The assignment of the lease is not guaranteed to the purchaser. The State Land Board may charge a fee for approval of the assignment.