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Whispering Winds RanchC O D Y , W Y O M I N G

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Whispering Winds Ranch is a stunning 137-acre

ranch located 12 miles north of Cody, Wyoming. With

spectacular mountain views, the exquisite ranch home

overlooks a stocked trout pond framed by pines and

meticulous landscaping. Features include, an expansive

great room, a chef-quality kitchen, beautifully appointed

bedrooms, three baths, exercise room and separate casual

living room, two-sided fireplace and hardwood and tile

floors. The ranch boasts a three-bedroom, three-bath,

log guesthouse. Designed for a variety of equestrian

activities, the large heated indoor riding arena enjoys

an attached barn and large shop. The farm operations

include approximately 85 acres of quality hay fields. With

an abundance of wildlife including pheasants, trophy

whitetail and 24-inch rainbow trout, this is an exceptional

recreational ranch, equestrian facility and hay operation.

Introduction:

Whispering Winds RanchC O D Y , W Y O M I N G

Ted Harvey, Associate Broker

Cell: 307.699.4114

Toll Free: 866.734.6100


Location:Situated in the shadow of the spectacular 8,000-foot Heart Mountain, Whispering Winds Ranch is located in Park County,

12 miles north of the famous and historic town of Cody, Wyoming, and an hour east of Yellowstone National Park. To the

west is Shoshone National Forest with abundant wildlife, fishing and recreational opportunities.

Acreage:Comprised of 137 deeded acres the ranch offers lush irrigated meadows providing excellent habitat for Canada geese,

pheasants, whitetail and mule deer, fox, coyote and elk. With contracted water rights, Whispering Winds Ranch offers

approximately 85 acres currently in grass/alfalfa hay production producing approximately 350 tons annually. An additional

25 acres is fenced for pasture and can also be irrigated. With perimeter fencing the ranch hay fields and pastures are set up

for winter grazing for horses or cattle.

Improvements:Designed and positioned to frame Heart Mountain and the productive farmland, the ranch offers an exquisite, four-

bedroom, three-bath custom home. The great room features formal dining and living areas with hardwood floors, vaulted

tongue and groove ceilings and log accents. The gas fireplace is tastefully accented with copper and rock. The kitchen is a

chef ’s dream with a large pantry and ample work space on the granite counters and breakfast bar. A separate casual living

area features a two-sided fireplace to the deck outside, tiled floors, entertainment center and a large wet bar. There is also

a secluded home office with french doors connecting to a wrap-around deck, poised to overlook the wildlife and the large

private stocked pond. Included in the exceptional home is a fully-equipped home exercise room. The master bedroom and

master bath are on the first floor. There are three bedrooms and a separate office/library upstairs.

On the deck outside, owners can sit by the fireplace, soak in the stone encased hot tub, or relax and enjoy the views of the

Heart Mountain while listening to the sounds of the waterfall flowing into the stocked trout pond. The yard is beautifully

landscaped and the driveway is lined with hundreds of pine trees. A delightful playhouse designed for children has water

and electricity.


Improvements (continued):The property further could be described as an equestrian

heaven. There is a 200 x 70 indoor heated riding arena and

an attached barn with 8 box stalls each with auto livestock

waterers, a wash bay, tack room and upstairs hay storage. Well

thought-out corrals are conveniently located adjacent to the

barn/arena and are ideal for horses, cattle and other livestock.

Below the barn is an underground fallout shelter with 6

bunks, heat and electric designed to keep the owners safe in

an emergency. There is a large shop, approximately 2,350 sqft,

and 2 hobby rooms with water, heat and a large work/storage

area with a 12-foot bay door. There is an enclosure for fuel

tanks, supporting gas, diesel and propane.

To complement the main home the property has a second

beautiful log home. Nestled a quarter mile from the main

house is the guest house. Historically rented by the week, the

guest house can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests.

Features include an open great room with wood floors and

vaulted ceiling, kitchen with granite and tile, a spacious

loft, family room, three bedrooms, three baths and a large

laundry/mud room off the two car garage. Radiant floor heat

and a gas heating stove provide cozy warmth. There is a stone

fire pit outside for barbeque gatherings.



Nearby Live Water:Within a half hour drive of Whispering Winds Ranch, owners can enjoy year-round world-class fly fishing on both the

North and South Fork of the Shoshone River. The South Fork is one of the most under-fished rivers in the Yellowstone

area. The South Fork originates in the Washakie Wilderness Area and winds out of the Absaroka Range through almost 25

miles of public land. Wade fishing is great June through October for cutthroat, rainbow and brook trout ranging from 8 to

12 inches. Rushing down the Wapiti Valley from Yellowstone National Park’s east entrance to the Buffalo Bill Reservoir is

the North Fork of the Shoshone River. Easily accessible from the scenic Wapiti Valley Highway, this river becomes a dry fly

angler’s haven in early fall. Don’t miss the browns in October as they run upstream from the Buffalo Bill Reservoir during

their annual spawning migration. Yellowstone cutthroat and rainbow trout in the 10 to 14-inch class, with occasional

prizes exceeding 20 inches, can be found in the upper two-thirds of the North Fork.

Wildlife:The setting at Whispering Winds Ranch provides one of the area’s most diverse wildlife viewing environments. Surrounded

by private landowners the ranch is home to many different species of wildlife. The ranch hay fields and wetland marsh

areas provide excellent feed and habitat for trophy mule and whitetail deer throughout the winter months. Once raised on

the ranch, pheasants are abundant along with other wildlife including, antelope, fox, coyotes and an occasional elk. Bear,

moose, mountain lion, wolves, bobcats, and bighorn sheep can all be found in the nearby Shoshone National Forest. This

Wyoming ranch provides plenty of viewing opportunities for various types of hawks, eagles, owls, grouse and songbirds.


Area History:

The historical significance of this property is captured in the American history of World War II. The ranch is comprised of

most of the lands that interred Japanese Americans resulting in the Heart Mountain Japanese Internment Center of WWII.

The area is well known for its true western heritage and lifestyle. Mixed with Native American and ranching history, Cody’s

surrounding mountains, rivers and waterways provide the ideal Wyoming setting for ranching and outdoor lifestyle. Home

to much of our rich western history, Cody is surrounded by many scenic vistas from the mountains of Yellowstone and the

Absaroka peaks to the endless open range of the Bighorn Basin. This area is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast with camping,

hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, whitewater rafting, golfing and many winter activities. Founded in 1896 by that most

authentic representative of the Old West, Col. William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, this community of old and new reflects the

vision of its founder. Testaments to the Legacy of “Buffalo Bill” Cody are the museums established in Cody.



Cultural Attractions:• The Buffalo Bill Museum: examines both the personal and public life of W.F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody and seeks to

interpret both his personal and public life and the history of the American West.

• The Whitney Gallery of Western Art: presents an outstanding collection of master works of the American

West. Original paintings, sculptures, and prints trace artistic interpretations of the West from early 19th century

to today.

• The Plains Indian Museum: features one of the country’s largest collections of Plains Indian art and artifacts.

• Cody Firearms Museum: contains the world’s most comprehensive assemblage of American arms, as well as

European arms dating to the 16th century.

• The Draper Museum of Natural History: integrates the humanities with natural sciences to interpret the

Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and adjacent intermountain basins.

• The Harold McCracken Research Library: advances the understanding, appreciation, and study of the

American West.

Summary

Whispering Winds Ranch is a legacy ownership opportunity in one

of the most stunning locations in the country. With contracted water

rights and productive farm ground, this 137-acre ranch enjoys prime

irrigated pastures for farming and cattle operations. An excellent

investment, the ranch offers exceptional improvements and multiple

income possibilities. The close proximity to all that northwest

Wyoming has to offer, this ranch provides unlimited opportunities

for fishing, hunting, hiking and horseback riding. Parcel split options

are also available. Please contact the listing broker.

MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION: From $2,750,000 TO $1,995,000TAXES: $9,470 in 2014

CONTACT: Ted Harvey, Associate BrokerToll Free: 866.734.6100

Cell: 307.699.4114


Notes:1) This is an exclusive listing of Live Water Properties LLC; an agent of Live Water Properties must be present to conduct a showing. The owners respectfully request that other

agents and/or prospective buyers contact Live Water Properties in advance to schedule a proper showing and do not attempt to tour or trespass the property on their own. Thank you.

2) Offering subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change or withdrawal without notice, and approval of purchase by owner. Information provided herein is intended as a general guideline and has been provided by sources deemed reliable, but the accuracy of which we cannot guarantee.

3) Live Water Properties LLC represents the Seller as a Seller’s Agent.

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