John Braly

$2,150,000

320 Acres

Center, Colorado, 81125

This 320± acre farm is ideally situated in Colorado’s productive San Luis Valley and offers a turnkey opportunity with valuable water rights, quality improvements, and income potential. Corzine Farm features two center pivot irrigation circles. One pivot is currently enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) one pivot is in irrigated production. With a blend of water security, diversified income-producing potential, and ample infrastructure, this farm offers a rare opportunity in a region known for its agricultural productivity and scenic beauty.ACREAGEThe farm has a total of 320 acres with 229 acres under two center pivots. The soils are quality silt loams ideally suited for hay and grain production. Currently, the Northwest quarter is being farmed, and the northeast quarter is enrolled in a CREP contracts expiring 9-30-2029 with an annual payment of $19,968. The CREP program is a voluntary term program administered by the USDA Farm Service Agency designed to conserve water in the area in exchange for not farming the property or using the irrigation water. Upon the expiration of the contract, the Northeast quarter of the property can also be actively farmed with no repercussions. The benefit this farm holds is that the surface water allows the farm to be operated without the burdens imposed on those with underground well water due to augmentation requirements on wells. WATER RIGHTSWater rights are a standout feature, including 12.5 shares of the capital stock of the Rio Grande Canal Water Users Association and 10 shares of the capital stock of the Santa Maria Reservoir Company, in addition to six adjudicated wells, providing flexibility for future use or development.IMPROVEMENTS• Spacious 4,228 sq. ft. split-level home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, originally built in 1970 and expanded in 2004–2005• 40’ x 100’ Quonset building for equipment storage or workshop use• 40’ x 50’ shop, ideal for maintenance or operations• 16’ x 24’ casita/mother-in-law quarters for guests or additional living space• Old corrals and pens that reflect the property’s agricultural heritage• 15’ diameter grain bin for storage LOCATIONThe property is located near La Garita, Colorado. Living near La Garita means more than just beautiful views — it’s about being part of a tight-knit agricultural community rooted in tradition and hard work. The San Luis Valley is known for its fertile soils, high elevation, and abundant sunshine, making it ideal for growing everything from potatoes and grains to alfalfa and specialty crops.Water is king out here, and the area benefits from established irrigation infrastructure and senior water rights tied to the Rio Grande. With access to dependable water and wide-open land, it’s a place where your operation can thrive — whether you’re farming full-time or looking to scale back and enjoy the lifestyle.La Garita offers the kind of rural peace that’s getting harder to find. You’ll find neighbors who know your name, a town that still supports local agriculture, and just enough services to make life easy — without the noise and traffic of bigger cities. Plus, when the work’s done, the San Juans are right out your back door for hunting, fishing, and taking a break in the mountains.SUMMARYThis productive 320± acre farm is in the San Luis Valley just minutes from La Garita, Colorado. Featuring two center pivot irrigation circles, the property has one quarter section currently enrolled in CREP for income and land conservation benefits. The farm is a good investment opportunity, offering stable income with the land and water allowing a hedge against inflation. Enjoy stunning views of the San Juan Mountains, quiet rural living, and strong ag potential in a region known for its fertile soil, dependable water, and rich farming tradition.

$750,000

360 Acres

Villa Grove, Colorado, 81155

Miller Creek Ranch encompasses 360 deeded acres in Villa Grove, Saguache County, Colorado, nestled in the San Luis Valley between the San Juan and Sangre de Cristo Mountains. This high-altitude cattle operation is exceptionally well-watered, with surface water rights from the Driscoll and McNulty ditches providing up to 5 cfs when available, along with a 600 gpm irrigation well permitted to cover 60 acres and pump up to 460 acre-feet annually. At nearly 8,000 feet in elevation, the property offers a rugged mountain environment and sweeping views. Located just 30 minutes south of Salida via Poncha Pass, the ranch combines convenient access with a sense of seclusion. The surrounding area provides year-round recreation including gold-medal fishing, big-game hunting for elk and mule deer, waterfowl, skiing at Wolf Creek Pass, hiking, horseback riding, and ATV trails. Miller Creek Ranch blends operational viability with Colorado’s iconic mountain lifestyle.LOCATIONMiller Creek Ranch is in Villa Grove, Colorado, a tiny village located on Highway 285 in the northern tip of the San Luis Valley. The property lies in the north end of the San Luis Valley and Northeast of the town of Villa Grove. Villa Grove is an unincorporated community situated at 7,986 feet, about 30 minutes south of Salida via Poncha Pass.WATER RIGHTSThe ranch has surface water rights from Driscoll and McNulty ditches totaling five cfs when available. In addition, the property has a 600 gpm well (Permit # 88991-F) approved for a pivot to irrigate 60 acres with 460-acre feet of pumping approved yearly.HUNTING AND RECREATIONThe San Luis Valley is a sportsman’s paradise with access to gold medal fishing, hunting for big game (elk, mule deer, etc.) and waterfowl. Other recreational options include skiing at Wolf Creek Pass, hiking, horseback riding and ATV trails abound.SUMMARYThis is a very well-watered, high-altitude ranch with majestic views of the San Juan and Sangre de Cristo mountains. Don’t miss the opportunity to become the owner of this unique ranch.

$1,975,000

282 Acres

San Acacio, Colorado, 81151

Located in the historic agricultural community of San Acacio in Costilla County, Colorado, Culebra Creek Ranch spans approximately 282 acres along the productive and scenic Culebra Creek drainage. Conveniently situated just east of San Acacio, six miles west of San Luis, and within easy reach of Alamosa and Taos, New Mexico, the property offers both accessibility and the privacy of the southern San Luis Valley’s expansive landscapes. Featuring productive agricultural ground, established livestock infrastructure, valuable water resources, and a substantial custom residence, this ranch presents a versatile opportunity as a working ranch, equestrian property, livestock operation, or rural lifestyle retreat.IMPROVEMENTSConstructed in 2000, the custom residence contains approximately 3,850 square feet and was designed to accommodate both everyday family living and entertaining. The wood-framed home features stucco siding beneath a hip roof and incorporates numerous custom architectural details throughout.The home includes four bedrooms, including two ensuite bedrooms, and four bathrooms. The master bedroom is on the West end of the home while the other ensuite and bedrooms are on the east end of the home. The custom kitchen offers hickory cabinetry, tile countertops, high-end appliances, and a large walk-in pantry. Living spaces include a formal dining room, television and sitting room, office, combination laundry, mud and storage room and an expansive great room highlighted by a cathedral tongue-and-groove ceiling and a floor-to-ceiling river rock fireplace with built-in wood storage boxes that open to the outside for loading and a built-in bar.Arched walkways and custom finishes add character throughout the residence. Multiple decks provide outdoor living space and take advantage of the property’s exceptional views. From the ranch, 11 of Colorado’s fourteen-thousand-foot peaks can reportedly be seen, with Mount Blanca and Culebra Peak serving as prominent landmarks on the horizon along with a 360-degree view of snow-covered mountains.Supporting improvements include a large attached three-car garage with storage shelves built in, large greenhouse and garden area, gazebo, and two 250-gallon propane storage tanks. Agricultural and equestrian infrastructure includes a Cleary shop building with a walk-through tack room with entrance and exit doors for the horses, arena and round pen, three-stall metal horse barn, chicken coop, reinforced livestock fencing, corrals, and working facilities originally designed for bison production and well suited for cattle operations.ACREAGE DETAILSThe ranch consists of approximately 282 acres situated within the fertile Culebra Creek bottom. Cottonwood and willow-lined creek bottoms create an attractive landscape while supporting productive sub-irrigated hay meadows and grazing pastures.Approximately 42 acres are irrigated from a large irrigation pond through a system of irrigation cells and combination of metal headgates and earthen dam structures. There is an NRCS contract to put in additional metal headgates if one wishes to do so. Water is delivered through water rights from the San Acacio Stock Ditch No. 1, including a reported 50-acre allocation. According to the seller, in typical years the irrigation reservoir fills within approximately 24 hours, after which water is released and diverted through the property’s ditches and headgates into the cells to flood irrigate the mixed grass and alfalfa production.Approximately 70 percent of the ranch is described as irrigated or sub-irrigated, contributing to its productivity for livestock and equestrian uses. Land classifications include approximately 129 acres of meadow hay and approximately 109 acres of grazing land. The combination of irrigated forage production, native pasture, and existing livestock infrastructure supports a variety of agricultural operations.WATER RESOURCESWater availability is a significant component of the ranch’s utility and productivity. Improvements are served by two wells, including a domestic well serving the residence (Permit No. 198666) and an eastern livestock well (Permit No. 300941).In addition to the well infrastructure, irrigation water is delivered through the San Acacio Stock Ditch No. 1 system and stored in a substantial irrigation pond that serves as the distribution source for the irrigated acreage. Buyers should independently verify all water rights, allocations, historical use, and transferability during due diligence.WILDLIFEThe Culebra River valley is home to and provides habitat for a variety of wildlife including deer, elk, geese, ducks and sandhill cranes which reside on the property from time to time. Other wildlife that may frequent the area include bears, bobcats, antelope, owls and raptors among others.The property is eligible for Landowner preference tags in Game Unit #83. Hunting regulations and permits should be investigated during due diligence through the Division of Parks and Wildlife.RECREATIONThe Culebra River drainage is widely recognized as one of the most visually appealing agricultural corridors within Colorado’s San Luis Valley. Tree-lined creek bottoms, productive meadows, abundant wildlife habitat, and panoramic mountain views create a setting that combines agricultural functionality with exceptional scenic quality.The ranch’s blend of productive hay ground, grazing land, water resources, equestrian and livestock improvements, and a well-appointed custom residence provides flexibility for a range of ownership objectives. Whether utilized as a livestock operation, horse property, family ranch, or rural retreat, the property offers both operational utility and an attractive western lifestyle.The combination of productive land resources and expansive views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, including Mount Blanca and Culebra Peak, contributes significantly to the property’s appeal. Few properties offer the opportunity to enjoy both a productive agricultural asset and a comfortable family residence within one of southern Colorado’s most scenic ranching regions.SUMMARYCulebra Creek Ranch is a highly improved 282-acre property in Colorado’s scenic Culebra Creek valley, combining productive agricultural land with exceptional residential and recreational amenities. At its center is a custom 3,850-square-foot home featuring four bedrooms, four bathrooms, expansive living spaces, custom finishes, and panoramic views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, including Mount Blanca and Culebra Peak. The ranch is well-equipped for livestock and equestrian operations with a Cleary shop, tack room, horse barn, arena, round pen, corrals, and reinforced fencing. Approximately 70% of the property is irrigated or sub-irrigated, supported by water rights through the San Acacio Stock Ditch No. 1 system, a large irrigation reservoir, and two wells. Productive hay meadows, grazing pastures, abundant wildlife, and eligibility for landowner hunting tags further enhance the ranch’s appeal. Offering a rare combination of agricultural productivity, quality improvements, water resources, wildlife habitat, and stunning mountain views, Spotted Fever Ranch is ideally suited as a working ranch, horse property, family retreat, or western lifestyle investment.

$868,750

693 Acres

Moffat, Colorado, 81143

The L Reverse E Ranch is located just west of Moffat in Saguache County at the northern end of Colorado’s San Luis Valley, set against the backdrop of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The ranch consists of 695.27± acres of productive grazing land with a mix of native grasses and shrubland known locally as Chico Land. Approximately 200 acres of pasture can be irrigated by artesian wells, supporting summer grazing for around 50 head of cattle. The property offers excellent year-round access, abundant wildlife habitat, and is protected by a conservation easement with the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust, preserving its agricultural use while allowing continued ranch operations and improvements within a designated building envelope.LOCATIONThe property is conveniently located just one mile west of Moffat, with County Road T bordering the southern boundary and Secondary Highway U60 along the northern edge, providing excellent year-round access.Moffat is a small agricultural community in Saguache County in the San Luis Valley of south-central Colorado. Known for its wide-open landscapes and strong ranching heritage, the area offers a quiet rural lifestyle with expansive mountain views and abundant wildlife. Moffat sits between several well-known destinations including Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and the San Juan Mountains, making it attractive not only for ranching and farming but also for outdoor recreation such as hunting, hiking, and exploring the Valley’s natural hot springs. The town maintains a close-knit community atmosphere while still providing access to nearby services in Alamosa, located about 30 miles to the south.ACREAGEThe property consists of 695.27± acres in two parcels totaling 655.27 acres and 40 acres. The land features a mix of shrub and native grasses, locally known as “Chico Land,” which provides quality grazing as well as excellent wildlife habitat. Approximately 200 acres of pasture can be irrigated through artesian wells, with five wells registered in San Luis Valley Water Subdistricts 4 and 5. These naturally flowing wells currently provide water that supports and enhances pasture growth. The ranch is cross-fenced and presently supports approximately 50 cows during the summer months, utilizing both the dryland pasture and the irrigated acreage.WATER The ranch holds the following water rights in five registered wells.IMPROVEMENTS & CONSERVATON EASEMENT The ranch is protected from future development by a conservation easement held by the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust. The easement preserves the property’s agricultural heritage while allowing traditional uses such as livestock operations and hunting. A designated 7-acre building envelope includes two older residences, corrals, a barn, and several outbuildings. Under the terms of the easement, these existing structures may be maintained, repaired, or replaced, allowing continued functional use of the ranch improvements while preserving the surrounding land.