5 Star Ranch $4,900,000 - 71.6± Deeded Acres plus 490 State Leased Acres

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As its name indicates, Five Star Ranch near Westcliffe, Second, Five Star Ranch's setting is exceptional. The Colorado is exceptional in every regard. Carefully views of the great Sangre de Cristo Range to the designed to blend perfectly with its environment, west dominate the property, offering ever-changing Five Star Ranch is a landmark property that echoes dramas of shadow and sunlight on peaks that soar many of the West's great resorts. From its idyllic above 14,000 feet. mountain views, to its hundreds of acres of mature Surrounded by other large ranch properties, Five pine forest and to its magnificent award-winning Star Ranch feels extremely private, yet is adjacent home, Five Star Ranch creates a class of its own. to State Highway 69, the main paved artery of the This exquisite timber frame residence is built with Wet Mountain Valley. To the north, Highway 69 “Free of Heart” timbers all connected by “Mortise gives easy access to the Arkansas River valley and and Tenon”, which is oak dowels, no nails, screws ultimately the cultural mecca of Colorado Springs, or bolts. only 90 minutes away. First, Five Star Ranch's property is exceptional. Including 71.6± deeded acres and 490± acres of Third, Five Star Ranch is exceptional in the variety leased State Land, the ranch is situated at about of recreational activities available within a short 8000 feet in southern Colorado's Wet Mountain drive. Elk and deer hunting are possible on the Valley, considered by many to be one of Colorado's ranch itself and the nearby San Isabel National most scenic undiscovered locations. The 500+ acres Forest. Trout fishing and boating are only minutes controlled by the ranch is a mix of grassy meadows, away at Deweese Reservoir and Grape Creek. Only rugged rock outcroppings and a mature forest a bit further, over 100 miles of Gold Medal Water estimated to contain 30,000 ponderosa pines. This are available on the Arkansas River, beloved by fly large tract of undisturbed habitat is ideal for wildlife, fishermen worldwide. Hiking, horseback riding, and herds of mule and elk are frequently seen on the OHV riding and jeeping are excellent on the property. Birds and small game are also abundant, nearby National Forest land in the summers, as are making Five Star Ranch a quiet sanctuary for both snowmobiling, ski touring and snowshoeing in the humans and animals. The Ranch is a private nature winter. and wildlife conservancy.

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Finally, and perhaps most notably, Five Star Ranch Over all this space spreads a vaulted, open beam is exceptional in the artistry and architecture of its ceiling that completes the blend of rustic/modern award-winning lodge-like ranch house. Featured styling that captures the best of the surrounding as Timber Home Living's "Home of the Year" in environment. In floor heating throughout keeps 2009., this custom-designed timber frame home the main house very comfortable twelve months of is 13,568± square feet of unmatched mountain the year. luxury. Its lodge-like feel begins with its unique A master suite is accessed off the great room, 42-foot arched canopy marking its main entrance. which includes its own fireplace. Completing the This entrance leads to a vast great room with 22- main level is a five-car garage. Upstairs via an open foot high ceilings with a walk-around natural stone spiral staircase lies a reading room and a unique fireplace, large dining area and open kitchen. The observation room that creates a space that captures kitchen at 370± sq. ft. will be the envy of any chef. 360 degrees of mountain views. The lower level of Designed by Smallbone of Devizes out of London. the main house is 4130 square feet, fully finished, The full grain maple and birch burr cabinets by and has a private office, gym and full bathroom. Irpinia came out of Toronto, Canada, accompanied with beautiful granite counter tops. Equipped with high-end appliances, such as Thermador, Miele, Wolf, Viking, Pisher-Pakel and Bosch, giving a true gourmet kitchen experience.

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M4R ANCHGROUP.com (970) 944–4444 | INFO@M4R ANCHGROUP.COM | 201 GUNNISON AVENUE, LAKE CITY, COLOR ADO 81235 The Attached Guest Home The main home is exceptional enough in its own right, but Five Star Ranch includes even more amenities, including an attached 3,276± square-foot guest house with four bedrooms and three baths, and a two-car garage.

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Rustic Cabin

2 Metal Barns/Workshop/Garages

State Lease Assignment Five Star Ranch has a lease on 490 acres of adjoining state land (AG 44880). The lease may be assignable to the purchaser subject to written approval of the State Land Board. The leased acreage is not included in the purchase price nor is there any value in purchase price associated to the lease. The assignment of the lease is not guaranteed to the purchaser. The State Land Board may charge a fee for approval of the assignment.

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To the south, only five minutes away on Highway 69, lies Westcliffe, the Custer County seat. A community of 4000 residents, Westcliffe retains a small-town feel, but has many amenities close at hand. Its art community, historic buildings, shops and restaurants are worth exploring year-round. Several churches and a medical center add to Westcliffe's vibrancy as the hub of the Wet Mountain Valley. Airports

Airport Kind of Service Miles from Westcliffe, CO Fremount County Airport Public and General Aviation 42 Miles Pueblo Memorial Airport Domestic 64 Miles Colorado Springs Airport Domestic 84 Miles Denver International Airport Domestic and International 164 Miles

Climate - Westcliffe, CO

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Average high in °F: 37 40 46 54 64 74 Average low in °F: 7 11 18 25 33 40 Av. precipitation in inch: 0.43 0.5 1.2 1.36 1.47 1.03

Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average high in °F: 79 77 71 60 46 38 Average low in °F: 44 44 36 26 16 7 Av. precipitation in inch: 2.16 2.38 1.1 1.00 0.96 0.58

M4R ANCHGROUP.com (970) 944–4444 | INFO@M4R ANCHGROUP.COM | 201 GUNNISON AVENUE, LAKE CITY, COLOR ADO 81235 Surrounding Attributes

San Isabel National Forest Royal Gorge Bridge Canon City, CO Accessible just west of town and is the starting points for many outdoor adventures. With a total The Royal Gorge Bridge is a tourist attraction near of 1,120,233 acres, the San Isabel National Forest Cañon City, Colorado within Royal Gorge Bridge contains 19 of Colorado’s 53 “Fourteeners,” as & Park, a 360-acre amusement park located along the peaks over 14,000 feet are called, including the edge of the Royal Gorge around both ends of Colorado’s tallest, Mt. Elbert. San Isabel is one the bridge. The Royal Gorge Bridge spans 1,260 of 11 national forests in the state and contains feet and is situated 1,053 above the Arkansas River, the Sawatch Range, the Collegiate Peaks and the making it the highest suspension bridge in the Sangre de Cristo Range. The Crestone Needle United States. about 17 miles from Westcliffe attracts avid rock climbers, while the 30-mile Rainbow Trail follows the Sangre de Cristos and is a favorite with hikers Monarch Mountain and mountain bikers. Monarch, CO

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Monarch Mountain is the perfect ski area for people Preserve - Mosca, CO looking to get away from the hustle-bustle of the bigger resorts. Monarch is very affordable and easily The tallest dunes in North America are the accessible from the Front Range via Highways 285 centerpiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, and 50. At Monarch you park right at the base of wetlands, conifer and aspen forests, alpine lakes, the mountain and walk to the lifts, making it very and tundra. Experience this diversity through convenient for families with little ones. Monarch's hiking, sand sledding, splashing in Medano Creek, two strongest attributes are friendly people and wildlife watching, and more. abundant natural snowfall (350"). This season give Monarch Mountain a try. You'll be glad you did.

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