Buckhorn Ranch is a unique Colorado legacy estate spanning 110 acres with expansive rolling pastures, two luxurious residences, including a grand 10,784 sq. ft. main home and a 1,802 sq. ft. ranch-style guesthouse. This ranch epitomizes timeless western elegance combined with exquisite craftsmanship, featuring fine designer finishes throughout. It caters to equestrian enthusiasts with indoor/outdoor riding arenas, stables, a historic red barn, and fenced pastures. Situated just 20 minutes from Loveland and nearby cities, with a listing price of $9,900,000, this estate offers supreme privacy and exceptional access in one of Colorado’s most stunning ranch settings.
Ranch Overview
Expansive ranch featuring multiple fenced enclosures and buildings nestled among rolling green hills. Central to the property is a series of brown-roofed, rustic structures, including a main residence surrounded by mature trees and landscaped lawns. Nearby are horse pens and arenas with sandy footing, where equestrian activities are visible. A larger red barn stands out against the verdant landscape, enclosed by wooden fences bordered with gravel driveways connecting each area. The backdrop presents gently sloping hills covered with sparse trees under a partly cloudy blue sky, highlighting a serene rural environment.
Front Exterior
The exterior of a large, elegant historic American home is showcased, featuring a multi-gabled roof with brown shingles and dormer windows that add architectural interest. The façade is built with a combination of light-colored stone and brick, giving a rustic yet refined appearance. Three wooden garage doors with arch-shaped brick accents create symmetry on the right side. A wide concrete driveway with a circular center island planted with three tall stone sculptures and greenery leads to the main arched front entrance, framed by wooden double doors and surrounded by well-maintained shrubs and small trees. Natural green lawns and mature trees flank the driveway, complemented by a wooden split-rail fence along the front.
Living Room & Patio
This living room features a high-arched wooden ceiling and a large wall with dark wood paneling encompassing a classic fireplace topped with a large round clock. The room includes a rich leather sofa adorned with cozy white throws, alongside two elegant white upholstered chairs. A small round wooden side table holds decorative items, complementing the warm hardwood floors. Large sliding glass doors open seamlessly to a spacious outdoor patio with wicker seating and light cushions, offering expansive views of lush greenery and rolling hills, blending indoor comfort with nature’s beauty.
Kitchen Interior
This kitchen features an elegant and spacious layout dominated by warm, earthy tones. The countertops are polished granite with a mix of beige, brown, and black hues, providing a luxurious touch. The cabinetry combines two styles: a cream-colored island with intricate carved details and dark wood cabinets along the walls that add richness and contrast. The island includes shelving for storage and a built-in sink with a dark faucet. Large windows line one side, allowing ample natural light and views of greenery outside. The ceiling showcases dark wooden beams and an ornate light fixture with three glass lamps. A stone fireplace with a mantle and artwork anchors one end, enhancing the rustic yet refined ambiance.
Dining Nook
This cozy dining nook features a round wooden table with a decorative base surrounded by six black leather chairs with nailhead trim. The space is highlighted by tall, narrow windows with dark wood frames that curve around the curved wall, allowing abundant natural light and panoramic views of the greenery outside. The walls have a warm, textured finish in earthy beige tones, complemented by dark wood crown molding and trim. The floor design integrates a circular mosaic tile border around rich wood flooring, adding depth and elegance. A wrought iron chandelier with amber-toned glass shades hangs centrally, enhancing the inviting atmosphere.
Dining Room
This dining room features a long wooden table with a natural finish, surrounded by eight dark leather chairs. Large windows with dark wood trim allow ample natural light, offering a scenic view of the greenery outside. The floor is tiled in a warm beige tone with decorative inlay, complementing the soft cream walls. A vaulted ceiling with wooden beams and exposed brick adds architectural interest. A double-tier chandelier with tapered lights hangs above the table, enhancing the warm and inviting atmosphere. Wall art depicting fruit adds color and visual interest to the room.
Master Bedroom
A spacious master bedroom features a large dark wood bed frame complemented by matching nightstands and white bedding with multiple pillows. The room’s walls are a soft cream tone, enhancing the natural sunlight streaming through an expansive bay window with wooden frames. Two comfortable, cushioned chairs and a small round table create a cozy seating nook by the window. The ceiling is adorned with exposed dark wooden beams and has a ceiling fan with lights. On one side, an ornate dark wood fireplace with intricate carvings adds warmth and elegance to the room. Light beige carpeting covers the floor, unifying the room’s warm and inviting aesthetic.
Bathroom Tub Area
This bathroom features a luxurious bathtub set into a niche with beige and cream marble tiles. The curved front of the tub platform displays a mosaic of small square tiles in earth tones, complemented by a dark brown marble step. A large window framed in dark wood allows natural light and a view of lush greenery. The walls and ceiling are finished in a textured, warm beige plaster with a decorative ceiling medallion surrounding an elegant chandelier with frosted glass shades. A dark wooden door and matching hardware add rich contrast, while a white towel and plush stool enhance the cozy ambiance.
Home Bar Area
This home bar features a marble countertop with a beige and brown pattern, supported by rustic wooden beams and panels with stud details. Four bar stools with white cushioned backs and dark wooden legs are arranged in front. Behind the bar, dark wood cabinetry with glass shelves showcases decorative items and glassware. A large mirror between the cabinets reflects light and adds depth. The walls are painted a warm beige with grapevine murals near the arched doorway, contributing to a cozy, Tuscan-inspired atmosphere. The floor is tiled with earth tones, complementing the woodwork.
Outdoor Seating Area
This outdoor seating area is framed by rustic stone walls and wooden beams, blending natural materials for a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Two cushioned wicker armchairs face forward, separated by a sleek, modern side table holding a small potted plant. A soft, neutral-toned rug lies beneath, adding warmth to the concrete floor. The background reveals an open view into the home, where a bar counter with cream-colored bar stools and a dining table surrounded by wooden chairs create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Soft lighting and warm earth tones contribute to a relaxed yet elegant aesthetic.
Home Theater
This home theater features bold red walls with dark wood paneling and trim, creating a rich, dramatic ambiance. The tiger print carpet adds a wild, eclectic touch to the flooring, contrasting sharply with the refined wall colors. Two dark leather sofas, arranged in rows, are adorned with muted throw pillows and beige-fringed blankets, inviting comfort and relaxation. The ceiling is simple with recessed lighting providing soft illumination. A white projection screen is partially visible on one side, along with a side table holding a popcorn container, suggesting a cozy space designed for movie viewing.
Bedroom Details
A cozy bedroom featuring warm beige walls and an accent wall painted in terracotta orange. The room has dark wood crown molding and a matching window frame, adding warmth and texture. A large bed with a dark upholstered headboard is dressed with white linens and a floral comforter, accented by burnt orange and mustard throw pillows. Beside the bed, two wooden nightstands with lamps provide symmetry. A small armchair with a navy blue pillow sits under a colorful rectangular mirror on the adjacent wall. A wooden bench beneath a large window offers a view of the green landscape outside. Natural fiber carpet completes the inviting space.
Indoor Riding Arena
This spacious indoor riding arena features a high, exposed wooden beam ceiling with numerous trusses supported by metal plates, creating a warm and rustic atmosphere. The walls are lined with light-colored wood panels on the lower half and metal sheeting above, offering durability and a clean, polished look. The ground is covered with finely raked sand, showing detailed grooming marks and scattered horse and human footprints. Large windows and open sectional doors allow natural light to flood the space, illuminating two riders on horseback near the far end. Safety cones and a wooden barrier are set up along one side, highlighting the functional aspects of this equestrian facility within a thoughtfully designed timber structure.
Garage Interior
A long, spacious garage with a rustic aesthetic featuring wood-paneled walls in a natural reddish-brown tone and exposed dark wooden rafters on the ceiling. The ceiling is adorned with string lights, adding a warm, inviting ambiance. Large windows with horizontal rectangular glass panels are embedded in the wood paneling on both sides, allowing natural light to filter in. The garage door is open, revealing an exterior view with greenery and part of a stone building. The concrete floor shows faint tire marks and extends through the length of the garage, which also contains scattered items such as hay bales, garden tools, and black plastic bags along one wall, contributing to a working, country-style feel.
Stable Exterior
A single-story stable building constructed with vertical dark brown wooden panels, topped by a brown shingled gable roof. The structure features a series of four stall doors, each with lower half doors painted black with diagonal crossbars and upper half doors made of lighter wood. Above each stall door are small windows equipped with wooden shutters matching the doors. Mounted on the exterior wall beneath the windows are metal feed bins, providing a functional element to the stable. The surrounding area is bare earth, enclosed by black wooden fencing, with green rolling hills and scattered trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
Great Room
This spacious great room features a warm and inviting atmosphere defined by its rich wood flooring and cream-colored walls accented by a deep burgundy corner. Large windows with dark frames line two walls, allowing natural light to flood the space and highlight the room’s open layout. The far end hosts a cozy sitting area with gray armchairs and a matching ottoman arranged on a patterned rug. The kitchen has light wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a small island, blending functional design with rustic charm. Ceiling fans and lights are evenly spaced for thorough illumination. A mix of vintage and farmhouse decor elements, including a large wall art of a chicken and various wall hangings, adds character and warmth.
Living Room Details
This living room features a spacious layout with a high, angled wooden ceiling stained in a warm, medium tone. The focal point is a large stone fireplace with a wood stove insert, topped with a rustic wooden mantel holding a flat-screen television. Natural wood trim frames the double French doors and side windows, allowing ample natural light and a view of the green hillside outside. Decor includes mounted antlers and a fur-covered chair. The floor is dark hardwood, complemented by a patterned area rug beneath a sturdy tiled coffee table with metal legs, adorned with candles and an antler decoration. Plush seating in neutral, earthy tones adds comfort to the warm, cozy Western-inspired design.
Kitchen Interior
This kitchen features a warm, rustic aesthetic with wooden cabinetry that has detailed molding and a natural finish. The countertops are made of polished granite with a rich pattern of cream, brown, and black flecks. Stainless steel appliances, including a double-door refrigerator, microwave, and stove, add a modern contrast. The kitchen island doubles as a breakfast bar with two wooden stools tucked underneath. The flooring is a medium-tone hardwood that complements the cabinetry. A window above the sink lets in natural light, highlighting the beige subway tile backsplash. The space is illuminated by recessed ceiling lights that create a bright, welcoming atmosphere.
Listing Agent: Jeffery Erickson of LIV Sotheby’s Intl Realty via Zillow
