Deary, ID (Latah County)

Acres: This is a working ranch of about 220+/- acres with just over 1/2 in pasture for grazing cattle and horses with the remainder in dry land hay. The gated property is completely fenced and cross fenced and includes two ponds.

Irrigation: Ranches and farms on the Palouse are not irrigated, but the timely rainfalls in this area have made the Palouse famous as the best dry land wheat ground in the world. The large lawn around the log home is watered by an automatic sprinkler system.

Topo: The topography of the ranch is mostly level to gently rolling so almost every square foot of the property can be put to a productive use.

Recreation: Make sure to bring your toys. This area is a regional mecca for four-wheelers and snowmobilers. There is an abundance of big game in this area, including elk, deer, moose, bear and your occasional cougar and wolf. Wild turkeys have adopted this area as home since being introduced in the 1970’s. It is on the migratory path of Canadian geese and boasts large populations of pheasants, grouse and quail. The Clearwater and Snake Rivers are only a short drive away with world class salmon and steelhead fishing. In the spring you can add the thrill of hunting the elusive morel mushroom to your hiking schedule and in the fall you can pick huckleberries along most trails. Most horse enthusiasts know this area as the home of Appaloosa Horse Club and many make annual pilgrimages to the Pony Club located near Helmer 10 minutes away.

Homes: There are two homes included with this property. The custom 3 bedroom/3 bath log home was built in 2001 and features over 3,200

sq. ft. of open designed living comfort. THe master suite takes up a full wing of the home and features a large tiled bath with a huge closet area including it’s own washer and dryer. There are log beamed cathedral ceilings through out the home with floor to ceiling windows which offer amazing views from the great room or the large loft (over 600 sq. ft. with a full bath) that is accessed from a hand crafted log stairway and features a custom iron rail with wildlife inlays. The large gourmet kitchen features custom cherry wood cabinets, oversized 4 burner gas cook top with electric grill, double ovens, a large pantry, a breakfast bar and over 19 running feet of marble tiled counter top. The dining room doubles as a multi-sided sunroom with full windows and oak flooring that extends into the great room and kitchen. There is a light and airy office or den area that leads out to the large heated 3 car garage with separate doors. The second home is a 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house that can be used for a care-keeper, guest or rental home. The second home was completely remodeled in 1999.

Buildings: There are several well maintained out buildings. Barn is 40’X52’, machine shed is 31’X100’, granary is 16’X20’ and there are 2 grain bins and 2 small sheds.

Development: A buyer may wish to look into developing this land. The rolling hills up above Bear Creek offer million-dollar views of the property – timbered mountains and the valley. This may work great for some form of development.

Price: $2,150,000

Terms: Owner will consider cash subject to completing a 1031. Owner will also consider offer to carry a contract or to do a partial trade for other real estate. All written offers will be considered.

Comments: This beautiful part of Idaho has not been discovered by the rich and famous, so you will be able to enjoy the benefits of a rural life style in arguably the most affluent and diversified area of the Pacific Northwest. Located with an easy commute to two land grant universities, the University of Idaho in Moscow and Washington State University in Pullman, Washington and a state college in Lewiston. This ranch could be the home base for a quality education for your children or grandchildren. The property qualifies for 2 additional home sites under current county zoning rules. Here is your chance to take advantage of a great investment opportunity for your future and the future of your children.

Note: Ranch shown by prior appointment with 72 hr. notice to pre-qualified buyers only.