Lake Creek Homestead Maytag Ranch

Farm Description

Offering an exceptional property located on the exclusive Maytag Ranch, one of the finest shared working ranch communities in Colorado. Enjoy spectacular views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. Maytag Ranch invites owners to participate in this authentic cattle ranch, built and managed with sustainable ranching practices to honor its heritage & protect its values. You and your family can become true ranchers here. Live the Dream~Here.

Land

There's nothing like sleeping with the bedroom windows open to hear the sounds that guide you to true rest and real sleep. Nothing compares to the gentle rushing sound of a high-country stream and the sounds of the birds of the night cooing in the cool mountain air. Majestic trophy elk, mule deer, antelope, and turkey are abundant. Utilities There is a well and power already at the building location.

Over 2,950 acres of private ranch access for hunting, horseback riding, or other outdoor recreational pursuits. There are two miles of creek fishing, two ponds on the ranch, and private access to nearly one mile of gold medal water on the Arkansas River, famous for its trout fly fishing and white-water rafting, just 15 minutes away. Full equestrian facilities for owners' use, a stunning lodge/cookhouse, 2 well-equipped owner/guest cabins, and full-time ranch staff. Borders National forest. Within easy driving distance to the Historic Mountain towns of Westcliffe/Silver Cliff & Salida.

This incredible property offers you all the benefits of owning a large mountain ranch with none of the headaches and at a fraction of the cost. Everything is in place for year-round occupancy in this special home. Design your dream home to be situated at the base of the Sangre de Cristo mountains in the fertile southern Colorado valley and call it Home. Improvements

For Members use Two rustically elegant, fully furnished guest cabins

Large main lodge with commercial grade chef's kitchen and a spacious great room, offering over 4,000 sf of entertaining area.

Recreation

Numerous Amenities for Ranch Members - Here are a few Some of the finest fishing in southern Colorado through our Ranch controlled access to one of the best stretches on the famed 102-Mile-Long Gold Medal Arkansas River

Stocked Fishing ponds and enhanced streams

A barn stall filled with recreational gear fly fishing and spin casting gear, archery equipment, mountain bikes, etc

Well-trained Quarter Horses imagine you and your family barrel racing and roping & trail riding.

A Round pen and riding arena perfect for teaching beginners or practicing your riding skills

Trophy Class Mule Deer, Elk, Pronghorn, and other wildlife

Panoramic views

Farm fresh eggs from our free range Chickens

Agriculture

Here are some of the various and diverse activities you can enjoy through your Maytag ownership Hiking and walking

Off-road/ATV Trails

Gun range pistol, shotgun, and 2000-Yard rifle range

Biking

Horseback riding

Fishing

Archery

Mountain Biking

Hunting

Camping including overnight pack trips to alpine lakes

Cross-country skiing or snowshoeing

Gardening

Wildflower and wildlife viewing

Ranch Events Branding, barbecues, barn dances, picnics, etc.

Local Festivals and Events rodeos, county fairs, --whitewater, balloon and other festivals, wine tasting, etc.

General Operations

Hassle-Free Ranch Ownership

Maytag Ranch was created to offer a fortunate few families the opportunity to own your own recreationally rich, authentic alpine Colorado cattle ranch without the hassle and expense of traditional ownership. Our cattle operation seeks to preserve our western tradition of natural grazing, healthy ecology, and family participation in the ranching lifestyle.

Maytag Ranch invites owners to participate in this authentic cattle ranch, built and managed with sustainable ranching practices to honor its heritage and protect its value.

Region & Climate

Southern Colorado Weather - Beautiful all year-round

Maytag Ranch sits in a beautiful valley between the picturesque Wet Mountains and the stunning Sangre de Cristo Range and benefits from a mild, temperate climate. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, inclement weather will rarely interrupt your outdoor pursuits. The elevation at the ranch ranges from 7,300' to 8,300'. July finds pleasant average high temperatures of 80 degrees, while January highs average a moderate 39 degrees.