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DESCRIPTION

 A “Must See”!  for someone looking for an outstanding hunting property and/or a magnificent setting with a quality constructed home.  Very private with no public access through the property.

 LOCATION: 19 MILES SE OF LARAMIE & 25 MILES NW OF CHEYENNE, WYOMING

309.87 ACRES DEEDED

LARGE CUSTOM BUILT HOME

SMALL YEAR-AROUND CREEK | PONDS

 SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS | TROPHY ELK |  LANDOWNER ELK TAGS

LOCATION

The Evening Star Ranch is located in the far southeastern area of Albany County with year-around access off I-80 at the Vedauwoo Exit.  The entrance to the ranch is approximately 1.5 miles southwest of the Interstate via graveled West Vedauwoo Road.
 
The interior road has been well maintained by the owner.  Included in the offering of the property is a large truck snow blower that can be used for snow removal, if necessary.
 
Just 19 miles southeast of Laramie (population 30,000) and 25 miles northwest of Cheyenne (population 55,000), the  property is within close proximity to complete retail, business, and entertainment resources and is an easy commute to either community. Commercial airline services are available in both Laramie and Cheyenne.

THE HOME

The large custom-built home is constructed of quality building materials and sits on solid granite rock .

Home Specifications:

• The main floor is 4,000 square feet with a living room, kitchen, master bedroom and bath, and 2 additional bedrooms, each with private bathroom.

• The walkout basement level provides an additional 2,200 square feet of living space including a large, tiled mudroom, 2 bedrooms, one bathroom, and 2 additional rooms with closets — one is presently set up as an office space; second could be a game room, etc.
 
 
Exterior Construction:

• 2” x 8” exterior bearing walls; double insulation in all exterior walls.
• Stone facing on exterior walls.
• 8’ Pella windows in bedrooms and pool area.
• 24-gauge metal roof with continuous guttering.
• The foundation is 12” wide with 2” insulation on exterior.
• TGI floor joists.
• 3-car garage.
• Wrap-around deck.
 
Interior Construction:
• 2” x 6” interior non-bearing walls insulated.
• Pocket doors on main living areas.
• Skylights in living room, dining room and pool area.
• Vaulted ceilings.
 
Mechanical Systems:
• The home is heated by propane forced air furnace or a wood burner boiler.
• The well servicing the house is 250 feet deep with 150 foot reserve.
• The septic system has a newer filtrate lateral field.
• Two 1,000-gallon propane tanks (buried).
• Backup generator with auto switching.
• Security cameras with audio, video and alarms.

 A beautiful stone, double-sided fireplace separates the living room and dining room and creates a warm, cozy ambiance in this extravagant country home.  Outstanding features include the following:
 
• Vaulted ceilings
• Remote controlled skylights
• Antique oil bronzed chandelier with matching sconces
• Oak chair rails and 8” oak baseboard trim
• Large built-in shelves and drawers with TV enclosure.
• Double-pocket oak doors that open to pool area.
• In-floor electrical outlets.
 
The charming kitchen is very functional and inviting and features:
 
• Large serving counter with storage
• Solid surface countertops
• Double convection/electric ovens
• Subzero refrigerator
• Bousch dishwasher (less than one year old)
• Trash compactor
• Oak hardwood floors
• Wheelchair accessible island with cook top and built-in vent system
• Wheelchair accessible double sink
• Walk-in pantry & large utility closet
 
The luxurious master suite has direct access to the wrap-around deck and offers rest and relaxation in the spacious sleeping area and lounging area.

In addition to the master suite, there are two more bedrooms—each with its own private bath. Oak hardwood floors, baseboards, doors and trim continue throughout all rooms; there is new wall-to-wall carpet in the master bedroom and each additional bedroom. Each bedroom also boasts vaulted ceilings, antique oil bronzed sconces, ceiling fans and 8’ bow windows.

The master bath has two individual sinks and mirrors, a tiled tub enclosure with jetted tub and sliding glass doors, a large oak linen closet, and handicapped back bracing in walls, if needed.

The indoor heated (lap) swimming pool is a major attraction of the home. The pool area is well-designed, tastefully decorated and very alluring. Heated by either propane or a wood burner boiler, the pool has many maintenance and safety features including:
 
• Safety electric cover
• Handicap lift
• Auto skimmer
• Air handlier unit
• Dehumidifier unit
• Private bathroom

ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS

Located a short distance from the residence is a 30’ x 100’ barn divided in two separate sections — 30’ x 40’ propane heated shop area with concrete floor, and 30’ x 60’ storage area that could also be used for horse stalls.

THE LAND

The present owner purchased six 35-acre tracts and a 99.87-acre tract to assemble a contiguous block of land containing a total of 309.87 acres.  These tracts are located within the Summer Rain Ranch Rural Subdivision thereby allowing for future development of additional home sites. Tree-covered hillsides with spectacular rock outcroppings and lush open park areas enhance the surrounding landscape and provide excellent wildlife habitat.  Approximately one mile of a small creek flows year around  through the ranch from north to south.  There are also three  ponds on the property — two are 100’ in diameter, the third is 100’ x 300’.

WILDLIFE & RECREATIONAL AMENITIES

Evening Star Ranch offers some of the best elk hunting in the United States and large bulls ranging to 400-Class trophies frequent the area.  Surrounded by large ranches and close to the National Forest with the spectacular Medicine Bow Mountain Range lying just to the east and the Sherman Mountain Range lying to the west, this property is teeming with wildlife and generates up to two individual landowner elk tags for Elk Hunt Area No. 6.  In addition to outstanding elk hunting opportunities, mule deer hunting is also considered to be very good.  Other wildlife in the area include pronghorn antelope, mountain lion, bear, eagles and many species of birds.

Nearby Area Attraction

The towering rocks of Vedauwoo (pronounced VEEda-voo), an Arapaho word meaning “earth born”) are located just a mile from the ranch.  Ancient Indians believed that these magnificent rock formations in the Pole Mountain area of the Medicine Bow National Forest were created by playful spirits. Vedauwoo provides excellent backdrops for picnics, sight-seeing, hiking, mountain biking, camping, rock climbing, fishing, snow shoeing, and cross-country skiing. Vedauwoo is a great place for pictures of beautiful sunsets, unique formations and colors, flowers, and wildlife. For more information, visit www.laramie-tourism.org

OFFERING DETAILS

The Evening Star Ranch is being offered for $2,650,000 (Two Million Six Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars). Seller shall require an all cash sale.

The Seller shall reserve the right to effectuate a tax-deferred real estate exchange pursuant to Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code and the Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder.  A material part of the consideration to Seller is buyer’s promise of cooperation.  Buyer shall not be required to incur any additional liability or expense in connection with Seller’s tax-deferred exchange.

Personal Property Included in Offering of Evening Star Ranch:

• Diesel Tractor with all implements (3-point hitch backhoe, front mount post hole digger, front mount snow blower, disk, front loader bucker, 3-point hitch cement mixer, 3-point hitch industrial brush mower, 3-point hitch grader blade, and chains.

• 1994 Ford 250 Truck with rebuilt engine, 2 or 4 wheel drive, 1 ton axels and springs, standard transmission, 3-speed and over drive tran (geared lower for torque), tool box and complete set of chains.

• 8’ Boss Plow unit for truck.

• All remaining wood for 3-rail fence.

SUMMARY PROPERTY FEATURES

QUALITY ELK HUNTING PROPERTY

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT HOME

SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF 3 MOUNTAIN RANGES

CONVENIENT LOCATION TO UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING

CITY AMENITIES JUST MINUTES AWAY

MANY RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN NEARBY COMMUNITIES & SURROUNDING AREA