Only
12 miles from the historic town of Durango, Colorado, you will find this 450-acre
ranch in the middle of "cowboy country". The ranch is accessed off paved
County Road 240 just east of Durango. It is completely private and secluded from
the road. It lies in Gamble Oak, tall pines and aspens native to Colorado. The
ranch is nestled in a scenic mountain valley that adjoins the San Juan National
Forest (2 million acres). The ranch's elevation as about 7500 feet. Commercial
air service is available with year-round, non-stop flights to Durango from Denver,
Phoenix and Salt Lake City.
The
ranch is offered "turn key", including furniture, fixtures, equipment
and livestock. Each cabin is decorated attractively in a country motif and the
restaurant is fully equipped and decorated. The maintenance facility is stocked
with ample tools and supplies. The ranch offers some of the best access to fly
fishing in the nation as well as unparalleled horseback riding and an array of
outdoor activities.
All
of the improvements are in excellent condition and have been well maintained.
The guest cabins are set apart from the common activity buildings and employee
housing. There are three other separate housing units for the staff. The employee
housing is another strong asset for the ranch and its efficient operation with
separate men's and ladies' dormitories. The manager's accommodation is very comfortable
and was built with attention to quality. In addition, there is a building dedicated
to employee relaxation, recreation and meetings - a great morale booster for the
staff. The lodge is in excellent condition and is large enough for guest dining,
meetings and staff activities. There is also an elegant opera house that is perfect
for entertaining and dancing. The general store has an antique soda machine and
snack bar that adds character as well as functionality.