Shiloh Wittler

$11,250,000

2,950 Acres

Antonito, Colorado, 81120

The historically significant T-Bone Ranch is situated in the southern portion of the San Luis Valley, located near Antonito approximately 25 miles south of Alamosa, Colorado, and nearly 68 miles north of Taos, New Mexico. The ranch provides a tremendous investment opportunity with the versatility to sustain a productive livestock operation in the heart of a scenic valley between the Sangre De Cristo and San Juan Mountain Ranges. Crossed by the Rio San Antonio River, the 2,950 +/- deeded acres has significant water rights for irrigation. Approximately 400 acres are under pivots with around 2,150 acres of flood irrigable hay meadows and pasture. Ranch improvements include barns, arena, loafing sheds, shop and three homes centrally located on the ranch.LOCATIONThe T-Bone Ranch is located five miles east of Antonito with good access via county-maintained roads. Antonito is 250 miles South of Denver, on Highway 285. Traveling north on Highway 285 from New Mexico (Santa Fe, Albuquerque) it is about six miles from the New Mexico border and one-hour from Taos. This location offers a four-season climate with mild summers and winters. The average high temperature in July is 81 degrees and the average high in January 32 degrees. Situated in the Conejos and Rio Grande River valley, the largely agricultural area is surrounded by high mountain views.ACREAGEThe T-Bone Ranch consists of approximately 2,950 deeded acres. 2,550 acres are irrigated and sub-irrigated hay meadows and pasture, including 400 acres +/- under pivots. The remaining acreage includes dry-land pasture, corrals, and ranch improvements. Irrigated hay production along with adequate pasture rotation provides a tremendous resource for a profitable year around livestock operation. Under current operations, ownership has recently run around 400 mother cows, bulls, and 70 head of horses annually.WATERThe ranch includes a significant amount surface water rights in addition to three groundwater irrigation wells primarily focused on the pivots. On an average year (from 2001-2022) a total of 1,442 acre-feet is available to the ranch at the head gates of the five main ditches:* Cincero Ditch* Lovato Irrigation Ditch* Hughes Overflow Ditches* Floyd Overflow Ditches* Braiden Overflow DitchesThe average total amount of groundwater pumped for irrigation use on the ranch is around 835 acre-feet. In addition, there are two catch ponds for re-use of irrigation water.** Please refer to the recent water report provided by Agro Engineering Inc.IMPROVEMENTS• Main ranch dwelling: 6 bedroom/ 3bath• Manager’s dwelling: 4 bedroom/2 bath• Guest bungalow: 1 bedroom/1 bath• Restored cabin (ready to be plumbed)• Shop (45’ x 30’)• Office building• 10-stall barn with runs• Outdoor arena and round-pens• Several livestock and equipment shedsRECREATION AND WILDLIFEThe T-Bone Ranch includes approximately two miles of the Rio San Antonio River with ownership on both sides. The Rio San Antonio can support some fishing and has been stocked with Brown and Rainbow Trout in past. Wildlife on the ranch mostly includes deer, elk, and migratory waterfowl. The surrounding mountain ranges offer excellent fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, camping and proximity to several ski areas.

$10,500,000

35,654 Acres

La Junta, Colorado, 81050

Situated in the wide-open ranchlands of southeastern Colorado, Y4 Ranch is a rare opportunity to own over 35,654± acres of productive native grass, a livestock production ground spanning deeded land, state lease, and U.S. Forest Service allotments. With a landscape defined by rolling shortgrass prairie, overlooking Purgatoire Canyon with dramatic sandstone ridges, the ranch offers both functional cattle country and striking high plains beauty. Designed for serious livestock production, it supports an owner-rated capacity of 600 head, supported by a well-distributed water system with over 30 miles of buried pipeline and multiple wells feeding concrete tanks.Y4 Ranch is anchored by two well-established headquarters, each with its own home, barns, and infrastructure. The property has been managed for long-term sustainability, with a portion placed in conservation easement to preserve the native prairie ecosystem and features flexible grazing options across federal and state leases. Positioned just outside La Junta, Colorado—a historic trade town along the Santa Fe Trail—the ranch offers a balance of solitude, utility, and proximity to services. Whether your goals are production, land stewardship, or a multi-generational family operation, Y4 Ranch delivers a scale and setting that are increasingly hard to find.ACREAGE SUMMARY• 12,498± Deeded Acres• Including 3,260.58± Acres under Conservation Easement• 1,920± Colorado State Land Board Lease Acres • 394 AUMs | 2023 Lease Payment: $6,136.28• State lease assignment subject to Colorado State Land Board approval• 21,236.58± Acres of U.S. Forest Service Grazing Allotments via the Timpas Grazing District• Crooked Arroyo Allotment: 136 head/year• Rock Falls Allotment: 137 head/year + 100 head for 52 days• 2023 Grazing Fee: $1.35/head/monthTotal Operational Footprint: 35,654.58± AcresLOCATIONLocated just 12 miles southeast of La Junta, the county seat of Otero County, Y4 Ranch offers easy access to markets, equipment dealers, veterinary services, and feed supply. La Junta, a town with deep agricultural roots and historical significance, also provides rail access and a regional airport. The ranch’s location benefits from a low population density and wide-open terrain, yet remains logistically sound for a working cattle outfit.HISTORY & CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCEY4 Ranch sits in the path of the historic Santa Fe Trail, which served as a vital commercial and military trade route from Missouri to New Mexico in the 1800s. This region is steeped in cowboy heritage and frontier lore, where Native American, Hispanic, and Western ranching cultures all converge. Nearby landmarks such as Bent’s Old Fort and Comanche National Grasslands preserve and celebrate this rich legacy, while the land itself continues to support the enduring tradition of Western livestock grazing.WATER RESOURCES• Three Permitted Wells (Permit Numbers: #25629, #287674A, and one additional domestic/ag well)• Over 30 miles of buried water pipeline feeding concrete tanks across pastures• Adequate distribution system to support rotational grazing and livestock health year-round• Additional spring fed/runoff ponds scattered throughout – some of which hold water throughout the seasonIMPROVEMENTSNorth Headquarters:• 2,203 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 1¾-bath residence• 24’ x 40’ insulated barn• 40’ x 50’ equipment barnSouth Headquarters:• 2,890 sq ft adobe-style home with 7 bedrooms and 1 bath• Functional for seasonal cowboys, workforce housing, or extended family use• Additional working corrals and support structuresMINERALSAll Minerals owned by Seller of said property, will convey at time of closing with acceptable purchase price.CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENTLocated in Colorado’s semi-arid high plains, the ranch lies within a shortgrass prairie ecosystem that thrives on native forage adapted to minimal rainfall. The area receives an average annual rainfall of approximately 11.5 inches and about 18 inches of snowfall each year. Summer temperatures typically reach the mid-90s°F, while winter lows can drop into the teens. The growing season lasts around 150 days. Precipitation is most concentrated from late spring through summer, which supports native grasses such as blue grama and buffalo grass, both ideal for cow-calf operations.RECREATION & NATURAL AMENITIESIn addition to its strong production value, the ranch is surrounded by a variety of unique public lands and cultural assets. Nearby is Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site, a fully reconstructed 1840s fur trade outpost offering a glimpse into early frontier life. To the south lies the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, a vast 235,896-acre military training area used by Fort Carson.Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby Picketwire Canyonlands, home to thousands of Jurassic-era dinosaur tracks, as well as the expansive Comanche National Grasslands, which offer 443,000 acres of public access for hunting, horseback riding, and hiking. The area is rich in wildlife, including deer, pronghorn, dove, quail, coyotes, and migratory birds. At night, the minimal light pollution allows for stunning, uninterrupted views of the star-filled sky.SUMMARYWith over 35,000 mostly contiguous acres of deeded, leased, and federally permitted grazing ground, Y4 Ranch is a true working ranch with unmatched scale and resources in southeastern Colorado. From its dependable water infrastructure and historical setting to its healthy grazing ecosystem and housing for labor or family, Y4 Ranch is an ideal setup for experienced cattle producers and landowners who value open space, capability, and opportunity.