INTRODUCTION The Falls is one of those unique properties that only comes along once in awhile. It offers exceptional privacy, by being one of the last dwellings before entering into the Black Hills National Forest. Add direct access to National Forest lands, a live stream, 319 acres of mountain paradise and an elegant custom home and you have one of the finest Black Hills properties available at this time. LOCATION AND ACCESS The Falls property is located on Lytle Creek in picturesque territory in the Bear Lodge Mountains of northeastern Wyoming and adjacent to Black Hills National Forest lands. The property is generally situated between Devils Tower National Monument and Cook Lake. The north side of the property is bordered by Forest Service Road No. 847, which is a good gravel road. The Seller also has a recorded private easement on this road so that the owner of the property can also do road maintenance and snow removal out to the county road if desired. About 9/10 ths of a mile from the property entrance the Forest Service road branches into Lytle Creek Road, which is maintained by the county. The property is approximately 8 miles from Highway 24 near the entrance to Devils Tower.About a 25-minute drive from the home is the small community of Hulett, Wyoming. A world-class 18- hole Phelps-Atkinson golf course, known as the Golf Club at Devils Tower, is located on the edge of Hulett. The Hulett Airport has a 5,500 foot asphalt landing strip, which can accommodate most small jets. They boast that it’s only “5 minutes from runway to fairway.” Visit www.devilstowergolf.com/airfield for details. Approximate mileage to nearby towns & destinations: PROPERTY AND TERRAIN The property consists of 319.80 acres. The property has been surveyed and a copy of the survey is available upon request. The owners currently lease the pasture to a neighboring rancher for summer livestock grazing. The Falls has a diverse mountainous terrain with deep ravines, rock cliffs, creek bottoms, timbered hills and pretty meadows. Ponderosa pine, quaking aspen, birch, and bur oak trees plus a plethora of native bushes cover the landscape offering an exquisite scene in every season. From the first green leaves in the spring to the golden colors of the fall or the winter hills covered with a blanket of sparkling snow, this gorgeous landscape inspires the imagination. Several vantage points on the property offer a view of Devils Tower and the Missouri Buttes through the pines. Good hiking and ATV access is provided through the property on some old logging trails. The elevation is in the range of 4,500 to 5,200 feet above sea level. The home is at an elevation of around 4,580. According to the NRCS information the annual precipitation is in the range of 18 to 24 inches. WATER Lytle Creek runs through the northerly portion of the property in a gulch near the house. It not only attracts area wildlife, but provides the perfect backdrop for the home. An abundant population of cutthroat trout and native brook trout were reported in the past in Lytle Creek. The current population level is unknown. Throughout the property there are several undeveloped springs. One of the springs runs into a small pond. The home is served by a water well that is around 100 feet deep. A copy of the water well permit is available for review. HOME A beautiful custom home is located in the northerly portion of the property, nestled in the woods above Lytle Creek. This delightful stream runs through a gully just north of the house creating a picturesque natural backdrop in the landscape. The home is situated in a protected spot against a timbered hillside. No curtains are needed in this private spot. This impeccable three bedroom home was built in 2006 and features approximately 2,700 square feet on the main level and studio area plus a full walk-out basement with approximately 2,185 square feet. (square footage measurements were obtained from house plans, prospective buyers should make their own investigation of square footage) The attached three car garage is finished and insulated and has a handy location right off of the entrance to the kitchen. A circle drive way leads to the front entry which features an inviting covered porch. Careful attention to detail is evident throughout this one-owner home. It features a 9 foot ceiling, skylights, cherry cabinets, central vacuum, security system, vaulted ceiling, bull nose corners, recessed lighting, air exchanger, generator hookup for back up electricity (no generator included), solid wood doors, high end windows, two fireplaces, two decks, Kohler faucets, pocket doors and much more. The inviting design is ideal for entertaining and comfortable living. Kitchen : The kitchen has a warm ambience featuring cherry cabinets and includes a built-in pantry, wine rack, snack bar with light bridge, center island, Cambria aggregate stone counter tops, under cabinet lighting, appliance garage, stainless steel appliances, wall oven, built-in cook top, built-in microwave, adjustable shelves, roll out shelves on the lower cabinets, built-in spice rack, recessed lighting, and Mannington “Plank” flooring. A handy walk-in pantry is located next to the kitchen for extra food storage, it has a sink and room for hunting and hiking gear.Dining area : A bright dining area in a cove type design with wrap around windows is open to the kitchen and great room. Handsome French doors lead to the sun room.Great Room : The elegant great room has a cozy gas fireplace in the corner with cultured stone façade that creates a “lodge” feeling for the home. High ceilings with exposed beams, and large southerly facing windows create a big open feeling with plenty of natural light. The built-in cherry wood entertainment center is wired for sound and has tuck away doors for TV installation and viewing.Sun Room : An inviting place just off of the dining area that has a tongue-in-groove knotty pine on the walls and ceiling, with a Mannington “plank” floor. Two walls with windows, skylights, vaulted ceiling, sink, storage closet and door to the deck.Studio/Office : An out of the way spot above the garage that is currently used as an artist’s studio, but would make an ideal space for an office, craft room, game room, or just a relaxing area to create a private space. It has a separate heating and cooling system.Master Suite : This cozy room has it’s own gas fireplace, a relaxing alcove designed with sunny windows for a sitting area. A pocket door leads to the private bath with jetted Whirlpool tub, separate shower, decorative glass block window, skylight, “plank” flooring and a laundry chute. The walk-in closet comes complete with a closet organizer.Guest Bedrooms : Two other bedrooms are located on the main floor with both having French doors into the rooms from the entry hall. One bedroom is connected to a full bath via a pocket door.Lower Level : The walk-out basement is unfinished. It has a door leading to the front yard area. A wood stove has been installed in the basement for backup heating. The laundry room is also in the basement, it has a laundry chute from the master bedroom. Storage shelves line one wall of the basement. A gun safe is tucked away in the basement under the garage floor.Other Information :Heating – Two electric heat pumps (separate system for the studio), an extra electric cove heater in the sun room, and a Steffes heating unit in the living room which charges up on the low night time electric rate. The house is also set up with an air exchanger and air filter system. Cooling – Central air conditioning with the studio having a separate unit. Sewer – Septic tank and leach field. Electricity – Power River Energy, Sundance, WY Telephone – RT Communications Roof – Decra stone-coated steel roofing. Siding – Attractive Hardiplank siding that looks like wood. Personal property included: refrigerator, dishwasher, built-in appliances, security system, Steffes heating unit, air exchanger, central vacuum, gun safe, basement shelving, wood stove in the basement, closet organizer, one shelf unit in the pantry, washer, dryer. WILDLI F E Excellent wildlife habitat is offered on the property. With abundant brush cover and live water a variety of wildlife frequent the property. Elk, whitetail deer, some mule deer, Merriam turkey, mountain lion, grouse, coyotes, bobcats, fox, eagles, hawk and many others species are native to the area. Northeastern Wyoming is an annual destination for many generations of hunters. Trophy elk, whitetail deer and mule deer are a big draw for many out of state hunters. For more information on hunting in Wyoming please visit http://gf.state.wy.us TAXES The current real estate taxes are $1,579.57. Typically the county reasseses the real estate taxes when a property is sold, which usually results in higher taxes. Interested parties should consult with the Crook County Assessor’s Office regarding property taxes. MINERAL RIGHTS All mineral rights that the Seller has pertaining to the property shall transfer to the Buyer. The Seller had a mineral right search done several years ago and it appears that the Seller owns a substantial mineral right interest. Seller makes no representations or warranty with regard to actual mineral interests that will be conveyed, all prospective Buyers will be responsible to have an independent mineral right search performed to determine the extent of mineral ownership that can be transferred with the sale of the property. RECREATION AND AREA INFORMATION Recreational opportunities and historic treasures are found throughout northeastern Wyoming and the Black Hills area. The land itself offers a wide variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, camping, horseback riding, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, nature photography, or just spend a relaxing day by the creek. And with direct access to the Black Hills National Forest on two sides your adventures are endless. Cook Lake Recreation Area, which offers trout fishing, camp sites and hiking trails, is further into the Bear Lodge Mountains about 21 miles from the property. Groomed snowmobile trails are also offered on the National Forest. Visit the following websites for recreational and area information: FENCES The majority of the property is not fenced. Typically fences are put in for convenience and may not follow the legal description. There may be variations between the location of existing fence boundary lines and the legal description of the property. Seller makes no warranties with regard to the location of fence lines in relationship to the deeded property lines, nor does the Seller make any warranties or representations with regard to the specific acreage contained within the fenced property lines. Seller is selling the property in “as is” condition which includes the location of fences as they exist. Boundaries shown on accompanying maps are approximate, based on the legal description. Maps are not to scale and are for a visual aid only. The accuracy of the maps and information is not guaranteed. NOXIOUS WEEDS Prospective buyers are notified that properties in Crook County typically have noxious weeds, including but not limited to leafy spurge and thistle. Interested parties should contact the Crook County Weed and Pest for more information. PROPERTY SHOWINGS The Sellers have requested that the property be shown by appointment only. Please call ahead to make showing arrangements. Thanks for your consideration. REMARKS The Falls estate combines the best of luxurious amenities with the natural beauty of a mountain scene. The privacy of the location, along with the pristine scenery, live water and access to National Forest lands blend together making this a retreat unequalled in the Black Hills area. Exceptional properties like this aren’t available very often. Picture winter evenings by the fireplace swapping hunting stories or imagine a summer evening having a picnic near the creek waiting for a colorful Wyoming sunset to stretch across the skyline. The Falls is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own property with live water, access to National Forest, abundant wildlife, seclusion, and a fine custom home. This extraordinary property has it all. PRICE The Seller reserves the right to effectuate a Section 1031 tax deferred exchange in accordance with IRS regulations. The Buyer will not incur any liability or expense in relation to the exchange. The Sellers are amenable to separating the property into two parcels.
At this time the property is offered in the following parcels: The final layout of the parcels and price will be at the Seller’s discretion. If you are interested in purchasing the separate parcel please make inquiry with the Broker. NOT ICE All information has been obtained from sources deemed to be reliable by Arnold Realty, Inc.; however the accuracy and completeness of this information is not guaranteed or warranted by Arnold Realty, Inc. or the Seller. Prospective buyers are chargeable with and expected to conduct their own independent investigation of the information contained herein. This offering is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, price change, correction or withdrawal from the market without notice. The Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all offers without liability to any buyer or cooperating broker. All measurements are approximate. Arnold Realty, Inc. recommends that every item of interest to the buyer (i.e. structural integrity, square footage, mechanical apparatus, water laws, mineral laws, easements, zoning, use regulations, etc) be independently verified by the buyer’s attorney. Inspect to the extent deemed necessary.
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