Wild Goose Ranch | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
SCENIC VISTAS
Wild Goose Ranch offers breathtaking vistas that capture the very essence of Steamboat Springs. From its 35.5± acre setting, the property showcases sweeping views of the South Valley, lush meadows, and dramatic mountain backdrops. The landscape is enhanced by shimmering ponds, cascading water features, and abundant wildlife, creating a pictureperfect retreat in every season. Sunrises illuminate the valley, while alpenglow paints the peaks at sunset, offering daily moments of natural beauty. Surrounded by 120± acres of conserved land, these uninterrupted views are preserved for generations, making Wild Goose Ranch a rare opportunity to own a property defined by unmatched scenic grandeur.
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IMPROVEMENTS
Wild Goose Ranch is a once-in-a-lifetime estate in Steamboat Springs’ coveted South Valley, where luxury, privacy, and natural beauty converge. Set on 35.5± meticulously maintained acres and bordered by over 120± acres of conserved land, this extraordinary property is accessed via a private gated drive. It offers unparalleled mountain living just minutes from the Steamboat Ski Area and downtown. Designed by Kelly Stone Architecture & Interiors, the 9,502± square foot residence combines architectural brilliance, craftsmanship, and sustainable features, including geothermal heating and a solar array.
The open, light layout of the home features cherry wood flooring, travertine tile, plush carpeting, soaring cathedral ceilings, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows framing panoramic mountain and valley views. The gourmet kitchen, designed by Reed Walton, includes high-end appliances, a solid cherry island, custom cabinetry, and an adjoining dining room with coffered ceilings and seating for 12 or more. Two custom bar areas and multiple built-ins by Infinite Design Works provide ideal spaces for entertaining, while three media and family rooms, five fireplaces, and three laundry areas offer unmatched comfort.
Wild Goose Ranch | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Wild Goose Ranch | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Wild Goose Ranch | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Wild Goose Ranch | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
RECREATION
Living at Wild Goose Ranch is a year-round playground for outdoor enthusiasts. In winter, the renowned Steamboat Resort offers world-class skiing, snowboarding, and tree skiing, while Howelsen Hill highlights the town’s Olympic legacy. Summer brings hiking, mountain biking, and fly fishing onsite and along the Yampa River, with nearby lakes and trails offering endless adventure. Hot springs, golf, and horseback riding add variety, while cultural events, rodeos, and festivals ensure recreation extends beyond the outdoors, creating a vibrant, active mountain lifestyle.
HUNTING | WILDLIFE
The Steamboat Springs area is renowned for its exceptional big game hunting, attracting sportsmen nationwide. Surrounded by national forest and wilderness, the region offers abundant opportunities to pursue elk, mule deer, black bear, and moose. With one of the largest elk herds in North America, Routt County is a premier destination for hunters seeking both challenge and reward. Easy access to public lands ensures unforgettable hunting experiences just minutes from Steamboat Springs.
FISHING
Wild Goose Ranch offers exceptional fishing opportunities with private ponds stocked with trout and pike, creating a true angler’s paradise just steps from home and your own fishing spot. These stocked waters provide year-round enjoyment, from casting a line on a summer evening to ice fishing in winter. Less than a half mile from the ranch, the Yampa River is renowned for its trophy trout and diverse fishing experiences. The private ponds and nearby river make Wild Goose Ranch a premier setting for fishing enthusiasts.
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Wild Goose Ranch | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
CLIMATE
Steamboat Springs boasts snowy winters ideal for skiing, warm sunny summers for outdoor adventure, crisp, colorful autumns, and refreshing springs, offering residents and visitors a perfect balance of four-season mountain living. Climate charts courtesy of https://www.city-data.com/city/Steamboat-Springs-Colorado.html
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CONSERVATION | STEWARDSHIP
Wild Goose Ranch is surrounded on two sides by conserved lands, and Haymaker Golf Course is to the north. Due to these protected lands, the view corridors and surrounding areas will be preserved in perpetuity.
Each of us at Fay Ranches loves the land and wants to see it remain a productive agricultural ground and a quality fish and wildlife habitat. Through promoting thoughtful land stewardship, Fay Ranches has guided owners toward a legacy of conserving wide-open spaces, enhancing and creating fisheries and wildlife habitats, and implementing sustainable agricultural operations. Fay Ranches is proud to say that since our company began in 1992, our clients’ conservation ethics and land-use practices have significantly enhanced our work landscape.
MINERAL RIGHTS
All mineral rights appurtenant to the property and owned by the seller will convey to the buyer at closing. Mineral rights are not guaranteed. It is suggested that the buyer conduct a mineral search with a title company.
WATER RIGHTS
Wild Goose Ranch shares an abundant senior water rights portfolio dedicated to the conserved 120± acre parcel and contiguous 35.5± acre parcel. The year-round water rights include the Walton Creek and Enterprise Ditches and protect Wild Goose Ranch’s water features in perpetuity.
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LOCATION
Steamboat Springs anchors northwest Colorado’s Yampa Valley, offering a perfect balance of mountain living and community charm. Surrounded by towns like Hayden, Oak Creek, and Yampa, the region reflects a rich ranching heritage while providing access to outdoor adventure in the Flat Tops Wilderness. Craig, just west, serves as a hub for energy and agriculture, while Meeker and Rifle add to the area’s Western character. To the south, Silverthorne and Summit County connect the region to Colorado’s famed ski corridor, with Denver just 3.5± hours away. This unique blend of small-town character, recreation, and accessibility enhances Steamboat’s real estate appeal.
GETTING THERE
From Steamboat Springs, southeast on State Highway 40 for 1 mile. Turn right onto State Highway 131 for 0.75 miles, and the entrance to Wild Goose Ranch will be on the left.
AIRPORT SERVICES
Travel to Steamboat Springs is convenient with two accessible airports. Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN), located just 25± miles west in Hayden, offers nonstop flights from major U.S. cities during ski season and year-round connections through Denver. It is the primary gateway for visitors seeking direct access to Steamboat’s world-class resort. For additional flexibility, Denver International Airport (DEN) is about a 3.5± hour drive and provides extensive domestic and international flight options. HDN and Steamboat Springs Airport (SBS) also offer private aviation services. These airports make reaching Steamboat simple for seasonal visitors and year-round residents alike.
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Wild Goose Ranch is an extraordinary 35.5± acre estate in Steamboat Springs’ prestigious South Valley, bordered by over 120 acres of conserved land. Renowned for its exceptional water features— including a private waterfall, three ponds, and meandering creeks—the property blends privacy, luxury, and natural beauty just minutes from the Steamboat Ski Area and downtown. The residence offers multi-generational living with soaring cathedral ceilings, panoramic windows, a gourmet kitchen, a media room, and multiple dens and fireplaces. Indoor and outdoor spaces flow seamlessly with patios, decks, and an outdoor kitchen. Sustainable features, serene views, and architectural excellence make Wild Goose Ranch a once-in-a-lifetime lifestyle opportunity.
Wild Goose Ranch | Steamboat Springs, Colorado
TAXES $16,388
$16,675,000 Cash
Conventional Financing 1031 Exchange
This is an exclusive co-listing with Fay Ranches and Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty. Please contact Ren Martyn, ALC, at (970) 846-3118 | rmartyn@fayranches.com or Darlinda Baldinger at (970) 846-7192 | Darlinda. baldinger@steamboatsir.com to schedule a showing. An agent from Fay Ranches or Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty must be present at all showings unless otherwise noted or other arrangements are made. To view other properties we have listed, please visit our web page at www.fayranches.com.
Offer is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information regarding land classification, carrying capacities, maps, etc., is intended only as a general guideline and has been provided by the owners and other sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to research the information to their own satisfaction.
