Rifle Creek Ranch Banner, Wyoming 12.5 miles South of Sheridan, Wyoming 1
LOCATION The Rifle Creek Ranch is located approximately 12.5 miles South of Sheridan, Wyoming. To get to the ranch you take I-90 South to the Mead Creek Road Exit, Exit #33. Travel West 1 mile to the stop sign at Hwy 87. Turn south and the home is on the right, 2.3 miles, 150 yards past mile marker 36. The ranch has wonderful views of the Big Horn Mountains. United Airlines, serviced by Great Lakes Aviation, has flights into Sheridan only 15 minutes from the ranch and service into Gillette which is 1 hour and 15 minutes from the ranch. United and Delta airlines fly into Casper, Wyoming an hour and 45 minutes to the ranch. You may also travel on United, Delta or America West into Billings, Montana which is 1 hour and 50 minutes away. 2
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY The ranch is comprised of 40 deeded acres with approximately 35 fenced irrigated pastures. East Rifle Creek flows through the property year round providing excellent irrigation. The ranch offers wonderful views of the Big Horn Mountains and has an abundance of wildlife including elk, deer and many species of birds. The parameter of the home is beautifully landscaped with large trees and lush plants. Elevation: The average elevation of the ranch is approximately 5036 feet above sea level. Coordinates: Story, Wyoming is 44 34 37 N, 106 54 29 W Improvements: The Southwestern style, upscale home has a western flair with 2,850 square feet including 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2 half baths. The 22 knotty pine cathedral ceilings are accented with Douglas fir beams. There are many custom features enhancing every room including a river rock fireplace. 3
The master bath is beautifully accented with tile and deco inlays. It features a two-person whirlpool tub, double sinks and a large separate shower with a bench seat. The Gourmet Kitchen features custom maple cabinetry, tile counter tops, walnut pegged flooring. The high end kitchen appliances include GE bake/convection double ovens, Dacor range top with remote exhaust, grill, griddle, rotisserie and electric burner attachment, and a Bosch stainless steel dishwasher. 4
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LOCALE Story, Wyoming is just a short drive to Sheridan. Sheridan provides history with a view, from its authentic Main Street lined with historic buildings to the Landmark Historic Sheridan Inn where Buffalo Bill once auditioned acts, to the magnificent backdrop of the Big Horn Mountains. The Historic Main Street District offers Old West appeal in a modern setting for a charming window on the past and future. It is picture perfect, with specialty shopping from antiques to cowboy memorabilia to intriguing boutiques and galleries. Sheridan is synonymous with paradise - fresh water streams and the majestic Big Horn Mountains which border the community on the west. Enjoy a drive in the country where wildlife are abundant or hike the Big Horns and find the unusual. Remember to bring your camera. Hiking, biking, and camping in the wilderness area are a few of the recreational opportunities available in the Big Horns. Cloud Peak Wilderness Area is impressive. Rock climb Steamboat Rock or in Tongue River Canyon. Get in a little mountain biking. Sheridan lies in the heart of Great Plains history - monuments, museums and historic sites mark its notable past. Bozeman Trail Days is held during the month of June, on the grounds of Fort Phil Kearny located on "The Bloody Bozeman Trail." This fort was burned to the ground by Indians when the government abandoned this trail. The area is rich in historic sites from the Indian Wars: Fetterman Massacre site, Wagon Box Fight site, Connor battlefield are just a few in the area. Make Sheridan your base and visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, the Rosebud Battle site and many other historic sites located in the region and just a short drive from Sheridan. Sheridan is Wyoming's golf capitol. The scenic beauty only adds to the quality experience of golfing at the foot of the Big Horn Mountains. Five quality courses are located within a half hour's drive of Sheridan. Three are only minutes from the downtown area. Opportunities for golfing on a championship course can be yours in Sheridan. 6
Sheridan County could once boast of having the oldest polo field in the nation. Today, the Big Horn Equestrian Center is home to polo held every Sunday throughout the summer. There are several lakes located near Sheridan. Lake DeSmet is located 20 minutes south of town. Tongue River Reservoir is located just north of the border in Montana. Both provide opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, and water skiing. 7
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Outdoor Recreational activities include hunting, boating, fishing, golfing, hiking, snowmobiling, Polo and cross country skiing. Rotary Park Fairgrounds Pond: A great spot for a family outing. Bring a picnic and your poles. This site was developed by the local Rotary Club and is a great spot for a few hours of fishing and a good location to teach the kids how to fish. Or bring your fly pole and get in some practice. FISHERY & RECREATION Sam Mavrakis Pond: A wild area named after our favorite fisherman, Sam Mavrakis, a man who has taught most of the community about fishing. Mavrakis pond is located close to the city center. There's plenty of room for you to spread out and fish for trout. A great family spot for fishing, too. Ranchester City Reservoir: Northwest of town and by the Town of Ranchester is the city reservoir. Big enough to enjoy the quiet of the outdoors, small enough to bring the family and close enough to Sheridan to give you another opportunity to fish the waters of the Big Horn Mountains. Tongue River Canyon and Tongue River: Miles of quality fishing can be yours in the canyon. Fast, cold, mountain water rushes down the canyon from high above in the Big Horns. The hike is great. The fishing is always good. The Tongue River has several access points besides the canyon. Please pick up information from the Game & Fish about this fishery. The Tongue River (North & South) has black bullhead, brook and rainbow trout depending on which drainage you fish. Sibley Lake: About 45 minutes from town, you will find Sibley Lake. It is in the mountains surrounded by pine forests. Watch for moose who love this lake for grazing. Great trout can be caught here too! No motorized water craft are allowed. You will find brook, cutthroat, and rainbow trout. Little Goose and Big Goose Creeks: The waters of the Big Horns provide the habitat for a quality fishing experience. Bring your waders or sit on shore. The waters are fast so plan your strategy to catch the "big one." You will find brook, brown, grayling, and rainbow trout in these waters. Big Horn Mountain Alpine Lakes: The alpine lakes are pristine and fly fishing is a must, although not a requirement, on these waters. Clean, fresh water and the surroundings are exquisite. You won't be disappointed fishing any alpine lake in the Big Horn Mountains. Park Reservoir: 10
The reservoir is located in the Big Horns with the shortest access up Red Grade Road (State 26) just outside Big Horn, Wyoming. The water levels are dependent on the annual rainfall and irrigation usage. At Park Reservoir you will catch brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout. Piney Creek: This creek flows out of the mountains near Story. Hike up Piney Creek Trail and make a day of fly fishing. Lake DeSmet: Years ago, Indians believed this lake had no bottom and it became the basis for many legends and superstitions. This lake is named after a Belgian priest, Father DeSmet, who came to Wyoming in 1840 as a missionary to the Flathead Indians. It is located on the east end of the Big Horns and is the largest Wyoming lake near Sheridan. You will have excellent fishing opportunities at Lake DeSmet and it can be fished yearround. If you decide to ice fish, be certain the lake is frozen solid. At DeSmet you will find brown and rainbow trout, rock bass and yellow perch. Hunting: New and seasoned Wyoming hunters are welcomed to the Sheridan region where they have a hunting abundance! The long and rich tradition boasts an abundance and diverse wildlife, drawing hunters and photographers alike. The prized hunting grounds are comprised of public and private lands, both integral to maintaining the myriad of species for which they are known: mule and white-tailed deer, elk and moose, pheasants, gray partridge, sharp-tailed grouse and sage and blue grouse, AND black bear. Golfing: Sheridan is Wyoming's golf capitol. The scenic beauty only adds to the quality experience of golfing at the foot of the Big Horn Mountains. Five quality courses are located within a half hour's drive of Sheridan. Three are only minutes from the downtown area. Opportunities for golfing on a championship course can be yours in Sheridan. Polo: Sheridan County could once boast of having the oldest polo field in the nation. Today, the Big Horn Equestrian Center is home to polo held every Sunday throughout the summer. 11
TAXES $2,100 PRICING Price is $795,000 Price Reduced The property is exclusively listed by The Ranch Brokers & The Iten Company For More Information or A Showing Contact: Cy Richard (Broker/Owner) by phone: (307) 690-5425 (cell) or email trec@rmisp.com Kim Tyler (Broker) by phone: 406-930-0924 (cell), 406-932-4373 (home) or email ktyler@mtintouch.net Office Phone: (406) 363-1010 12