J&R RANCH


J& R Ranch consists of 1,274 acres mol located on Miller Mesa south of Ridgway, Colorado.  The land has a beautiful mix of irrigated alpine meadows, ridgeline escarpments, ponds with trout, aspen and ponderosa pine groves.  The scenic views from the property of the vistas, mountains and valleys are some of the finest in the region.  The Sneffels range, Courthouse peaks and the lush irrigated Ouray valley below are all seen from many parts of the property .

The wildlife is abundant and habitat for many species is prevalent and diverse.  The property adjoins land to the west is under conservation easement with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.  Most of the ranch is not encumbered with a conservation easement, making the property attractive to conservation buyers.

The ranch has historic water rights for surface irrigation as well as ponds and springs.  This is the first time the ranch has been available for purchase in 80+ years of family ownership.  The property has been used for summer cattle grazing and also provides excellent terrain for horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting and other outdoor recreation. 

The J & R Ranch can be accessed from several points with year around access to the property boundary provided by a county maintained road. Much of the property is fenced with a survey, title, water right information and a complete due diligence package available upon request.  There is an extensive road system throughout the property and the small Springer cabin.  The new owner will have the flexibility to create their own vision and not restricted by significant improvements made by prior owners.

The property is listed for sale asking $15,606,500. 

Please contact Pete Johnson for a tour or additional information.




Hermitage Land Company
Peter Johnson
PO Box 1692
Telluride, Colorado 81435
970-728-LAND (5263)
970-728-1454 (fax)
petej@hermitageland.com