Fish On Ranch
PRICE REDUCED by $750,000! When asked about the famous Fish On Ranch, College Football Hall of Fame Coach and former Member of the U.S. House of Representatives, Tom Osborne said: "The best three days of fishing I have ever had was in one day at the Fish On Ranch". Mr. Osborne is not alone in proclaiming the Fish On Ranch as one of the best trout fisheries in the U.S. Those who have been lucky enough to experience the Fish On Ranch first hand all agree, this impressive ranch is truly one of a kind. The property encompasses 5 ponds and over 1.5 miles of deeded riverfront on the Little Laramie River. The ranch is also home to a local herd of elk and deer with tremendous trophy hunting opportunities.
As world-class as the fishing and hunting is on the ranch, the improvements are equally impressive. The Fish On Ranch boasts 5 different Homes, Recreation Center with Commercial Kitchen, Heated ...
As world-class as the fishing and hunting is on the ranch, the improvements are equally impressive. The Fish On Ranch boasts 5 different Homes, Recreation Center with Commercial Kitchen, Heated Horse Barn, Riding Arena with Roping Shoots, Storage Barns, and a Trap/ Rifle Range. In all, there are 35 beds on the ranch, not including the ranch managers house. If that wasnt enough, this ranch is being sold fully furnished, with all fixtures, furnishings, ATVs, snowmobiles, tractor, equipment, horses, trailers, elevated hunting towers, etc, etc, included in the asking price. In short, the Fish On Ranch provides a unique combination of quality improvements, ranching, and recreational opportunities that are of the highest quality and truly unmatched anywhere.
RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
If not already obvious, the recreational opportunities on and around the Fish On Ranch are almost limitless. This fishery has been professionally engineered and designed to maximize the health of the river, and consequently the trout that inhabit it. This stretch of the Little Laramie holds Brown, Rainbow, Brooke, and Cutthroat Trout with the larger fish weighing in upwards of 10lbs! The 5 ponds on the property are also inhabited by trophy size trout. The 2 largest ponds have underwater bubbler aerators to keep the fish healthy as well as provide excellent waterfowl hunting in the fall.
Speaking of hunting, the ranch is ideally set up to provide trophy elk and deer hunting. With irrigated hay fields, numerous springs and water sources, and close proximity to the national forest, this property consistently produces both the quality and quantity of big game that southern Wyoming is famous for. The ranch is located in Unit 9 for Elk and the owners of the ranch are guaranteed Elk and Deer tags.
In addition to the fishing and hunting on the ranch here are some other recreational pursuits to enjoy:
World-class snowmobiling and four-wheeling in the Medicine Bow National Forest
Ideal family Skiing and Snowboarding at Snowy Range Ski Area, just 10 miles away.
Horseback riding, both on and off, the ranch.
Hiking, camping, and backpacking option galore.
Enjoy a large variety of wildlife, including Bald Eagles, Shiras Moose, White-tail Deer, Beaver, Fox, Ducks, and Geese.
IMPROVEMENTS
The Fish On Ranch features 3 beautifully constructed streamside log homes, including a Main House, Guest House, and Miners Cabin. All three are complete with;
Granite Counter-tops
Tile / Wood Floors
Stone Accents
Fireplaces
Covered Porches
Vaulted Ceilings
Cell Service and WiFi Internet throughout
All Utilities are Underground
The ranch also includes a newer, well built, Ranch Managers home (personal property excluded) and a nicely situated Staff House near the entrance of the ranch. The ranch has an excellent full-time Ranch Manager of 16 years and would be a valuable asset for the future owner(s).
The Fish On Ranch's Recreation Center was built to provide everything that the homes and land don't. This two-story building includes;
Over-sized Basketball / Volleyball / Tennis Court
Virtual Archery Range
Golf Simulator
Commercial Kitchen with Dumbwaiter
Meeting Room / Dining Hall
Full Wet Bar
Social Area
2 Private Bedrooms
Bunkroom that sleeps 10.
In addition, there are 2 separate equipment storage barns, craft cabin, and a large heated horse barn that includes;
Sleeping Quarters
Bathroom
Fully stocked Tack Room
11 Horse Stalls
Walk-in cooler
Hoist for hanging wild game
Large indoor Riding Area that also doubles as Hay and Tractor Storage.
Next to the barn is a large outdoor Riding Arena with Roping Shoots and an elevated Announcers Box.
LOCATION
Located 25 miles from Laramie Wyoming and the Laramie Regional Airport, this 507-acre ranch is easily accessible via paved roads to the front gate. Laramie is home to the University of Wyoming and offers a wide array of amenities, including restaurants, retail shopping, hardware stores, hotels, event center, museums, and libraries. The ranch is not far from 2 major interstate highways; I-80 & I-25 and is a reasonable drive to Cheyenne, Fort Collins, Denver, and Denver International Airport. Wyoming has some of the lowest taxes in the country because it doesn't charge state income tax, real estate sales tax, gift tax, estate tax, excise tax, or tax on out-of-state retirement income. If low taxes, no crowds, clean air, and big views are appealing to you, come see what Wyoming has to offer!
SUMMARY
While already perfectly set up for a corporate retreat, this property can also be suited as an income investment opportunity, dude ranch, or multi-family estate. Perhaps one of the most appealing aspects of the Fish On Ranch is with the vast list of inclusions. This is an investment where the next owners can move right in and have everything they need, from spoons to saddles! Don't worry about building, decorating, improving, or tearing down, you can enjoy this gem immediately. The pictures of this ranch don't lie, it is truly a first-class property in every respect. Check back soon for Property Video.
Qualified Buyers contact Mike Callan at 970-406-8335 to schedule your private ranch visit.
