NEBRASKA SANDHILLS NIOBRARA RIVER RANCH FOR SALE

Nebraska Sandhills Cattle Ranch for Sale on Niobrara River

This Sandhills Niobrara River Ranch is located in Cherry County, 40 miles southwest of Valentine Nebraska. The ranch encompasses 3,432 acres and includes over 1.5 miles of beautiful Niobrara River. The ranch terrain begins with lightly rolling Sandhills hardgrass and transitions into more heavily wooded pine canyons and valleys as you descend towards the Niobrara River. The ranch is well watered with nine strategically placed electric wells, two Ritchie Waterers, as well as both a single windmill and flowing well. 

Niobrara River Property with Turkey Hunting and Whitetail Hunting

The ranch offers tremendous turkey and large game hunting, boasting trophy Whitetail. The Sandhills Niobrara Ranch is surrounded by corn and soybean pivots which attract and support the growth of the local deer populations. Additionally, the Niobrara River bottom provides tremendous habitat. Merriam Turkey are a common sight on the ranch. The owners have noted seeing flocks in numbers upward in size of 100. The property is located in the Niobrara West Unit and is qualified for resident limited landowner elk tags.

Ranch Style Brick Home for Sale

The ranch is appointed with an attractive 3,562 sq. ft. ranch style brick home with 4 bedrooms and 3.25 bathrooms. The home was renovated in 2008 and features all the amenities of a new construction home. Additionally, the home boasts a large fully finished basement and an attached three stall garage. All cattle working facilities are directly adjacent to the home and include several pole barns, calving barn, utility quonset, and steel storage building. There is also a site for a modular tenant home which has utility and water setups. 

Property for Sale Near Caprock Ranch Golf Course and Prairie Club Golf Course

The Sandhills Niobrara River Ranch is surrounded by world class attractions and recreation. The Niobrara River is one of the state’s most popular destinations for kayaking, rafting, and tubing. The popular Niobrara Valley Vineyards are less than ten miles from the ranch, Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest is a five minute drive featuring expanded hiking and climbing. 

The Prarie Club and recently constructed Caprock Ranch golf courses both feature world-class golf. If you prefer fishing over golf, then acquaint yourself with Merritt Reservoir, the reservoir is a major destination for anglers and boaters alike. All three attractions are a mere 35 minute drive from the ranch. 

Cattle Operations and Forage Production

The ranch is currently being utilized for summer grazing, 130 yearlings and 213 pairs for a five month grazing season. Hay production is very strong, ranging from 1,100 to 1,200 large round bales annually.