Rural Residential Properties

Middle Elk River Ranch has 70 acres with 1/4 mile of both sides of the Elk River located just 7 paved miles north of Steamboat. Straddling the sought-after Elk River and just off of Routt County Road 129, this property is easy to access from town. The acreage north of the river (approximately 13) is completely covered in cottonwoods and pines, providing a private and quiet setting along the banks of the river. The south bank of the river is flanked by a steep hillside loaded with game trails that wind through the thick pine forest. The remaining acreage on the south side of the Elk is a level to rolling aspen covered bench that attracts elk, deer, bear and an occasional moose. The property is within a 1/2 mile of the Routt National Forest and an additional 2 miles of public fishing on the Elk River. The ranch has no covenants, is close to a notable resort town and public land, has live water and great privacy. This property checks many of the boxes for quality, recreational acreage.

Tucked in the aspens on a gently sloping hillside is this comfortable 5 bedroom, 3 bath home on 36 acres. Located only 7 paved miles from Steamboat Springs in Big Valley Ranch, the property has open meadows, trees and a seasonal creek. Big Valley Ranch is a long established rural neighborhood with trails, a pond and paved roads throughout. The home is conveniently located just beyond the entrance and has views across the south valley floor. Multiple decks provide great outdoor space and the open floor plan is conducive to entertaining. The living area features a floor-to-ceiling moss rock fireplace and the dining room is flanked by two walls of windows. Three of the bedrooms are on the main level; the master suite is on its own level and another bedroom plus loft overlook the great room. A quiet property that attracts plenty of wildlife, it's less than a 10 minute drive to the slopes of Steamboat Springs Ski Area.

Sidney Peak Ranch is a gated, 1,500 acre, shared-amenity ranch in the sought-after valley floor just south of Steamboat Springs. Central water, groomed equestrian/hiking/biking trails, paved roads, and a 2 bedroom bunkhouse are part of the amenities shared by 32 owners. Only 7 miles from the slopes, the ranch is home to a professionally managed 32 stall barn/indoor riding arena with on-site horse boarding. The site of a historic homestead, parcel 30 consists of 50 deeded acres nestled in a protected valley with panoramic views across the irrigated hay meadows to the Steamboat Ski area. The property is classified as agricultural land; owners benefit with significantly lower property taxes. Sidney Peak Ranch is a great opportunity to own a large, well-managed ranch in a world class resort at an attractive price.