Property Overview: Located in northeastern Custer County, near Sargent, NE, is a hidden one-of-a-kind recreational property. There are approximately 2,340 +/- acres, with 1,914 +/- acres of that being pasture and recreational land that includes a mixture of deciduous and cedar trees, providing a great habitat for deer, turkey, elk, and several exotic animals. There are several trails and scenic views overlooking the property, as well as several ponds and water sources for livestock and other animals spread throughout. The other 426 +/- acres consist of dryland, hay meadow, and food plots for all your upland bird hunting. The entire property is surrounded by an 8 ft. high tensile fence, which requires very little maintenance, with a remote-operated gate at the entrance.
Another desirable feature of the property is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 1,837 sq. ft. furnished rustic log cabin home built in 2001, with a beautiful wood log and stone exterior. Large windows throughout the home present natural lighting, along with breathtaking views of the property. The updated kitchen and large stone fireplace in the living area serve as the heart of the home, with a guest suite and master suite to each side. The master suite features a tiled bathroom, a large walk-in closet, and access to the wraparound deck that overlooks the beauty of the Meridian Canyon Ranch, where you can enjoy the sounds of elk bugling, birds chirping, and all the other wonderful sounds of nature with no neighbors in sight. Downstairs you will find an entertainment area, office area, wet bar, and an additional guest bedroom with walk-out doors to the lawn.
Sitting next to the home, built in 2005, is a 390 sq. ft. art studio built within a detached, 598 sq. ft. rustic log cabin, two-car garage with a small workbench and control box for the underground sprinkler system.
There is a 40’ x 60’ steel building with concrete floors, workbenches, and electricity. A registered irrigation water well sits just to the north of the building and is set to pump 700 gpm. The property is located in the Lower Loup NRD Water District.
Additional Income: To generate additional income and utilize the land in the summer months, the property is used for grazing, haying, and farming. During the winter months, the property is used entirely for recreational purposes, selling all kinds of big game, exotic, predator, and bird hunts, along with property tours.
Current Leases on the Property:
Summer Pasture Lease Expires 2021
Farm Ground Lease Expires 2021
Hunting Lease that Expires March 31st, 2025
Income Potential:
150 cow/calf pairs @ $50/month for 6 months = $45,000
Farm ground income = $11,000/year (Prices vary with different Crops)
Hunting Lease $3,500/month for 12 months = $42,000
Total Income Potential: $98,000
Legal Descriptions:
Parcel ID: 001363910
Legal: PAR in SW ¼ Section 27 Township 20 North Range 17 West
49 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001364000
Legal: W ½ NW Section 27 Township 20 North Range 17 West
79.98 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001364100
Legal: N ½ Section 28 Township 20 North Range 17 West
319.25 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001364200
Legal: SW SE Section 28 Township 20 North Range 17 West
40.07 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001364300
Legal: SW ¼, N ½ SE, SE SE Section 28 Township 20 North Range 17 West
280.22 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001364600
Legal: E ½ NE, SE ¼ Section 29 Township 20 North Range 17 West
240.91 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001365220
Legal: NE SW, N ½ SE & N ½ E RD Section 32 Township 20 North Range17 West
338.42 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001365300
Legal: S ½ SE Section 32 Township 20 North Range 17 West
80 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001365400
Legal: SW ¼ Section 33 Township 20 North Range 17 West
160.1 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001365500
LegaL: NW NW, S ½ NW Section 33 Township 20 North Range 17 West
120.22 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001365600
Legal: E ½ NE NW Section 33 Township 20 North Range 17 West
360.47 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001365700
Legal: NW ¼, Section 34 Township 20 North Range 17 West
160.3 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Parcel ID: 001365900
Legal: SW ¼ N of RD Section 34 Township 20 North Range 17 West
110.1 +/- Acres Corner TWP Custer County, NE
Water Wells:
Located in the Lower Loup NRD, there are two registered wells on this property.
Nice combination farm, made up of non-irrigated cropland and pasture. This property is a 1/2 mile north of Hugh Butler Lake and offers great wildlife habitat. The water for pastures comes from a well with a solar panel. This is a great opportunity to add to your land holdings or acquire a nice income-generating hunting property. The tenant has the first right of refusal on the property. No mineral rights convey with the land.
Legal Description –NW1/4; Pt. SW1/4; Pt. E1/2 Section 22, Township 5 North, Range 30 West
Are you looking for more space and country living? This 4 bedroom 2 bath home offers so much! Beautiful cabinets, island, and flooring in the kitchen with GE refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave. There is a spacious laundry room on the main level and the basement allows for a family room and lots of storage. This acreage includes 40’x60’ Quonset, 36’x48’ foam insulated shop, 2 car garage, shelterbelts, and a barn with corrals. The property consists of 88+/- acres with the majority of the acres being income-producing farmland. These outstanding properties rarely hit the market! Take advantage of this opportunity to own an acreage in a great community, with several nice buildings and farmland!
Centrally located 30 miles west of Ogallala and 20 miles east of Chappell. Two miles off blacktop road and approximately 25 miles from Lake McConaughy that offers great fishing and boating!