Property Description

Rarely do we get the privilege of offering one of the mountain's original ranch properties for sale. There aren't many left and they seldom come on the market. Circumstances are requiring the owners to relocate out of state, creating the opportunity of a lifetime. This very private(and very scenic) working cattle ranch offers a wealth of possibilities to a new owner. Located only minutes from Highway 180, this scenic ranch, with its breathtaking views, is just waiting for a perceptive (and pretty well-heeled) new owner who can appreciate just how fantastic this opportunity is. THE PROPERTY...Located about 7 miles off of Hwy 180, the ranch consists of 5 parcels...3 parcels are 5 acres each and provide access points to the main ranch at the top and the bottom. The main ranch consists of a 427 acre and a 47 acre parcel. This is a foothill ranch with a wide variety of terrains, slopes, and elevations (2000 to 2800 feet). There are several broad, open bench areas interspersed with hillside terrain. The property has very little brush and its southern exposure produces excellent rangeland grasses. There are numerous large springs throughout the ranch that are producing excellent water even now after two sub-par rain years. There are also two small ponds. THE HOME...There is a very well built ranch home in very good condition located at the top of the ranch. The 15 year old home is 3 bedrooms 2 baths with approximately 1,750 square feet. Construction is all 2x6 with excellent insulation. Design is open and rustic with forced air heating, and both a/c and evaporative cooling systems. The living area has a very efficient and decorative freestanding woodstove. All of the bedrooms have walk-in closets. The master bedroom has a separate exit to a beautiful raised deck and spa. The setting is very private and the home enjoys some magnificent views of the San Joaquin Valley and the High Sierras. The house well produces an excellent 60 gallons per minute. THE HUNTING...The ranch has some of the finest hunting to be found in central California. There are an abundance of deer, wild turkey, and wild hog as well large numbers of quail and dove. The terrain of the ranch is well suited to wildlife and the expanse of the ranch provides a great refuge to the area's wildlife from the local subdivision areas. OTHER IMPROVEMENTS...there are two outbuildings in good condition. The ranch has a great set of working corrals at the bottom of the ranch with easy access to a paved road for loading and unloading. There is also a smaller corral setup at the top of the ranch near the home. THE DOWNSIDES...We always talk about any potentially negative features. In this case there aren't many. The driveway in to the ranch is gravel and fairly steep in places. In wintertime, a 4 wheel drive could be in order. The home elevation is about 2,800 feet so it will get 4-6 inches of snow several times in the winter with occasionaly up to a foot. The interior ranch roads are in pretty rough condition and could use some work. At present, best travel is by 4-wheel ATV's and RTV's such Kubotas, Rhinos, Gators, etc. With some road work, most any 4 wheel drive vehicle would be fine. Finally, this is a foothill ranch...complete with hillsides and steep areas as well as nice flats. It isn't a candidate for a thoroughbred horse ranch with verdant pastures and white fences. If you want flat, check out the San Joaquin Valley...they have flat. THE CONCLUSION...There you have it. One of the nicest spots on the mountain. A beautiful ranch with so very much to offer...great grazing land, terrific hunting, awesome scenery, huge vistas, a well-built home, and total privacy. Still interested- Give us a call...we would love to show you just how special our area is. This is one of the few unspoiled areas of California left and we are very proud of it. Come visit and maybe you will end up being one of our new neighbors.