Adorable year-round residence or lovely vacation home on nearly an acre in the heart of idyllic downtown Atlantic City, Wyoming. Bursting with mountain charm and character and impeccably maintained, this home features direct County road access for easy year-round living and accessibility, while providing the serenity, privacy and seclusion of a peaceful mountain hideaway for any season of the year.
Land
Incredibly private and serene, this property is within walking distance to all of Atlantic City’s historic sites and restaurants, and only 30 miles by car from the vibrant town of Lander. This property is tucked quietly into a hillside offering privacy and shelter and nestled among the large pine and aspen trees surrounding the home. A short driveway off the year-round County maintained road makes this property completely turn key and low maintenance for enjoying throughout the year. Nati...
Incredibly private and serene, this property is within walking distance to all of Atlantic City’s historic sites and restaurants, and only 30 miles by car from the vibrant town of Lander. This property is tucked quietly into a hillside offering privacy and shelter and nestled among the large pine and aspen trees surrounding the home. A short driveway off the year-round County maintained road makes this property completely turn key and low maintenance for enjoying throughout the year. Native sage and grasses, abundant wildflowers, and geological formations are sprinkled among various species of trees covering the property. The top portion of this nearly one acre parcel showcases views of the historic town of Atlantic City and the nearby mountain range, while the home is quietly tucked among the tress for shelter and seclusion, offering the best of both worlds for a mountain home. Whether you fall asleep to the soft sounds of a great horned owl towering in the trees above, or coyotes howling in the nearby hills and canyons, you will be immersed in nature and surrounded by wildlife while enjoying this special property.
Improvements
Offering over 1,500 sq. ft. of above grade finished living space and two full, separate, en-suite bedrooms, this home is the perfect size and layout for a functional year round home or spacious vacation getaway. Boasting fantastic natural light from the large and soaring widows, this home is bright and cheery, yet warm and cozy during all four of the glorious Atlantic City seasons. The home was originally built in 1900 with a storied local past, and has been tastefully enhanced over the years to offer modern living amenities and space for today’s discerning buyer. Warm and gleaming hardwood floors, solid wood and glass French doors, vaulted ceilings, refined, rustic finishes and hardware, historic touches such as original logs, doors and wood-burning stoves, and an airy and open aesthetic, this charming and versatile property is the epitome of mountain living and relaxation.
The well thought-out floorplan features two spacious bedrooms, both with en-suite baths, one on the upper loft level and one on the main level offering privacy and separation in the home and two individual primary suites. A large double glass front door opens into a two story entry and living area, followed by an open dining or work area off the kitchen and breakfast nook area. A spacious separate pantry, laundry and utility room right off the dining and kitchen area offers concealed storage and utility space on the main level. There is also abundant additional storage in the large crawlspace underneath the home with ample organized shelving. Beautiful decks surround the home on three sides, offering wraparound views of the property and the best of easy indoor/outdoor living while enjoying the pristine mountain pine scented air right out your back door. Large decks off both the front and back of the home are perfect for outdoor dining and relaxing during all times of the day or night. The home has several different heat sources, providing comfort and convenience for full-time or partial/seasonal residency. Propane supplies gas heaters, in addition to baseboard electric heaters and wood burning stoves all inside the home, offering excellent versatility and security in multiple heat systems.
Finally, this property offers several functional outbuildings making it the perfect place for a host of uses or disciplines. A large art/yoga/office studio off the back of the home features tall ceilings with exceptional natural light, built-in floor to ceiling bookcases, and a wood-burning stove for keeping cozy during the winter months, making it a perfect separate building for a yoga or workout space, art or design studio, writing room or home office. A large greenhouse off the front and side of the home offers a convenient and sunny place for all of your plants year-round. Two separate storage sheds offer equipment and wood storage, making this property completely functional for its current year-round occupancy.
This versatile property would also make an excellent Airbnb or VRBO vacation rental, giving a future buyer abundant versatility for a part time vacation residence with income potential, or full time year round living. With its close proximity to the Continental Divide Trail, Oregon Trail, Pony Express Trail, Mormon and California Trails, as well as the historic sites of South Pass City and Fort Stambaugh, there are plenty of attractions nearby for guests of any age and curiosity. “Trail travelers” and covered wagons with support teams still pass through the area on the various historic trails, and an annual reenactment of the Pony Express occurs every year.
Recreation
Recreation is nearly endless in the town of Atlantic City. From world class rock climbing at nearby Wild Iris, to exceptional backcountry skiing at Beaver Creek, sports and recreation for all types of enthusiasts and seasons are literally right out your back door. Hiking, biking, camping, hunting, fishing, backpacking, horseback and ATV riding, and even panning for gold are all popular activities in the area surrounding Atlantic City. Nearby historical sites in the towns of Atlantic City and South Pass offer a fascinating look into the lives of early settlers and miners in the area and life in a small Wyoming mountain town in the 1800’s.
Region & Climate
Sitting at a high mountain elevation of nearly 7,700 feet, Atlantic City has a semi-arid climate with an average high temperature of about 87 degrees in July, offering a reprieve from the lower elevation summer heat, and an average low temperature of about 7 degrees in the frosty and beautiful winter wonderland month of January. On average, there are 235 sunny days per year, 53 days with precipitation, 58 inches of snowfall, and 11 inches of rainfall per year in Atlantic City. The historical town has a rustic and western flavor, with a small cluster of homes and the preserved Atlantic City Mercantile store and popular Grub Steak restaurant along the main road through town. It attracts a small number of tourists all year round.
The nearby town of Lander, Wyoming is only about 30 minutes away by vehicle and is quickly becoming one of the most charming and up-and-coming small towns in the West, and for good reason. Excellent restaurants, bars, breweries, shops, art, and entertainment opportunities, including multiple seasonal outdoor concerts and festivals, are all part of what make Lander so enviable and enjoyable for all who live, work and play there.
History
The town of Atlantic City is a small mining settlement in a gulch near South Pass in southwestern Wyoming. It was founded as a mining camp following the 1867 gold rush in the region. The town declined following the end of the Placer gold rush in the early 1870s, but continued to exist as advances in mining technology allowed further extraction of gold. From the 1960s until 1983, it was the location of the US Steel iron ore mine. The town is accessible by gravel roads from the nearby Wyoming Highway 28. Breathtaking scenic views can be enjoyed on Highway 28 from Lander to Atlantic City, including the famous Red Canyon scenic overlook turnout point.
Location
Located high in the mountains of southwestern Fremont County, Wyoming, Atlantic City is a small community a few miles off of Wyoming Highway 28. The closest significant town is Lander, which is about 31 miles away and offers full amenities from a town of approximately 7,500 people. Commercial air service is about an hour’s drive in nearby Riverton, Wyoming, and world class downhill skiing and luxury resorts can be found in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Park City, Utah, which are both about three and a half hours away by vehicle. The town of Rock Springs, Wyoming is less than an hour and a half by vehicle.
Lander, Wyoming is located in the central part of the state along the Middle Fork of the Popo Agie River and just south of the Wind River Indian Reservation at the base of the Wind River Mountain range. Sitting at a high desert elevation of 5,358 ft. above sea level, Lander is known for its Sinks Canyon State Park, the Wind River Mountains, nearby Red Canyon, various outdoor recreation sports and activities, its wild and lively Fourth of July celebration and parade every year, and numerous summer events and festivals, including The International Climber’s Festival, Lander Brew Festival, Lander Presents concert and events series, Fremont Area Road Tour, the Pioneer Days Rodeo, and the Annual One Shot Antelope Hunt, just to name a few. Lander has a population of 7,551 and is the County Seat of Fremont County, Wyoming. Lander is home to the Wyoming Catholic College and the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS).