4687 W US Highway 24 , Florissant, CO 80816(Teller County)

Privately placed with year-round highway access, the 285.34-acre Wandering Star Ranch is situated just outside the town of Florissant in Teller County, Colorado.  The ranch provides expansive mountain views, including Pikes Peak and the stunning Sangre De Cristo Range.  With topography spanning from creek bottom valleys to pine and aspen covered hills with unique rock outcroppings, Wandering Star is sure to please the discriminate land buyer.  The well-planned infrastructure serves to provide ease of access with water and electrical service extended throughout.  From the ranch, the Colorado Springs Airport is located within a one-hour drive and you are less than two-hours from ski resorts.HOMESThe custom-built primary residence totals for 7,430 square feet and is of a two-story design containing five-bedrooms and five-baths and was newly constructed in 2005.  Home features include:A well-maintained stucco exterior with cobblestone façade and concrete tile roof.Over 2,000 square feet of covered patio/deck space that traverses three-sides of the home and leads to garden areas and a swim spa hot tub.Combination of cherry hardwood, marble tile and carpeted floors.10’ ceilings.Custom Pella windows and doors.Custom base trim and crown molding with several built-in shelves and cabinets.Premium hardware, lighting and plumbing fixtures.Open kitchen with large center island, granite counters, custom cabinetry, copper sink, upper-end appliances (Sub Zero & Aga), walk-in pantry and adjoining dining nook with natural gas fireplace.Main-level master suite with fireplace, large walk-in closet, direct access to the covered patio and well-appointed bathroom that includes a freestanding shower and jetted tub.Expansive main level living and gathering rooms providing access to decks and patio space in taking in the views of the ranch and mountain ranges.Large laundry/utility room.Soundproof theater/media room.Four car attached garage totaling for 1,200 square feet andNatural gas forced air and hot water radiant heat, air conditioning, back-up generator and (3) fireplaces (wood burning and natural gas).Good cellular phone service and internet connectivity.In addition to the primary residence, the ranch contains (2) permanently sited modular homes to accommodate an on-site caretaker or guests.  With a strong area rental market, the homes could also be utilized as income generating rentals.  Both consist of three-bedroom floor plans and are contained on the eastern side of the ranch. Each home is serviced by a dedicated well and septic system.  The larger of the two homes also contains a detached two car garage.OUTBUILDINGS & INFRASTRUCTUREThe ranch contains a good compliment of outbuildings and infrastructure:Horse Barn – The horse barn is conveniently placed behind the primary residence.  It contains (6) stalls with feed bins and automated waterers and totals for just over 3,000 square feet.  The barn interior is fully finished and insulated with patterned rubber and concrete floors. Amenities include: heated tack and foaling rooms, ample feed storage and partially covered outdoor paddocks.Hay Barn – The 2,000 square foot hay barn is positioned in the central area of the ranch.  It contains oversized roll up doors and workshop space.Lower Pasture Buildings – Three additional outbuildings are contained on the lower pasture (2,000, 1,500 and 1,000 square feet) area of the ranch.  The buildings provide flexibility of use ranging from general storage to additional space for livestock.(5) Domestic wells allowing for the watering of livestock and irrigation.All outbuildings contain electrical service with water hydrants.Interior roads are graveled and extend throughout.The ranch is fully perimeter and cross fenced.LANDThe 285-acres of the ranch offers varying topography with the elevated portions delivering views in all directions.  A year-round creek flows north-to-south through the western portions and a sizable seasonal pond is located at the northern end of the east pasture, which is visible from the primary residence.  Both water sources serve to attract resident Elk and Mule Deer along with several other wildlife species that frequent the ranch.  The native mountain grass pastures and forests have been well-managed in preserving the unique character of the property.RECREATIONThere are numerous nearby recreational amenities and vast public lands to explore.  Mueller State Park, the Dome Rock State Wildlife Area and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument are located within a 10-minute drive of the ranch.  The 1,100,000-acre Pike National Forest is easily accessible for hiking, ATV’ing, horseback riding, fishing and hunting.  For the angler, four premier trout fishing reservoirs, the South Platte River and Tarryall Creek all located within a 30-minute drive.  The Breckenridge, Monarch, Cooper & Summit County ski areas located within an approximate two-hour drive.SUMMARYWandering Star provides numerous options and is close to all things “Colorado”.  A gentleman’s cattle and horse ranch, bed and breakfast, corporate retreat or simply the favorite family getaway are just a few options.  Contact Brent Hedrick for additional information or to arrange a qualified, private showing.