Ostenson Horse Property

Description

Experience the perfect blend of country living and convenience just five minutes from town with this great horse property. Set on 29 acres, the spacious home includes 2,356 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. The custom design with an open-concept floor plan is ideal for comfortable living and entertaining. Horse enthusiasts will appreciate the pole barn with space for 3 stalls and hay storage, a corral with water, and additional facilities including a calf roping arena, dog grooming shed, tack shed, and storage shed. The fenced pastures offer plenty of space for horses and 4-H projects. Situated in the scenic rolling plains southwest of Newcastle, this property offers expansive views of the Black Hills and easy access to the region’s amenities and year-round recreational opportunities. 

Ostenson Horse Property
Newcastle, Wyoming
29 acres - $585,000

Property:
The property consists of 29.95 acres, which has been surveyed. The land is cross-fenced into two pastures and an area around the buildings with a mix of both barbed-wire and two-wire electric fencing. 

Covenants:   
The property does not have covenants.  

Terrain: 
The topography includes open prairie pasturelands with hard-grass and sage which is located between the Black Hills and the Thunder Basin. A shelter belt with cedar and elm trees is established north of the barn and arena. The property enjoys sunny southern exposure and long-range views, with Black Hills visible on the horizon. The elevation is in the range of 4,080 feet above sea level.   

Home: 
The customized home was designed to invite gatherings and relaxation in open living spaces with lots of natural light. The well-planned home has 2,356 square feet, including 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, a living room, family room and office ensuring ample space for various activities. The roomy kitchen has a large island with plug-ins, ample cupboard and counter space. The dining area leads seamlessly to the back deck with a glass patio door, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Vaulted ceilings and well-placed windows enhance the airy ambiance of the living room and family room. The office, which is behind glass French doors, offers a private retreat. The main bedroom has a private bath with soaking tub, step-in shower, double sinks, and walk-in closet. The other three bedrooms each have access to a bathroom. The laundry room has extra cabinets, counter space, a sink and extra storage. The house is a 2009 Dutch manufactured home placed on pier foundation in the original location with the title relinquished. Fun times will be spent on the basketball court in the front yard. 

Outbuildings:
*  16’x 45’ Pole Barn built in 2013 with room for 3 stalls and openings to add a run for each stall. Kickboards inside, open front area for covered hay storage and corral with water. 
*  12’ x 20’ Dog Grooming Shed built in 2008. Has electric wall heater and sink. (water currently shut off). 
* 12’ x 16’ Shed built in 2008 with electricity and a wood floor, good storage for ATV, lawn mower, and recreational gear. 
*  10’ x 12’ Tack and Feed Shed with wood floor, built in 2008. 
Calf Roping arena just north of the barn. 
Ample parking areas around the buildings for horse trailers, campers, and ATVs. 

Utilities:
Water – Water tap on West End Water District. New pressure pump installed at the home in 2023. Base water charge is $60 per month for up to 37,000 gallon in the summer. The private water line from the property to the District mainline is shared with two neighboring properties. 
Electricity – Powder River Energy, Sundance.
Heat – Propane forced air. Propane tank is rented. 
Cooling – Central air. 
Sewer - Septic tank and leach field system. Permit on file. Tank pumped in 2023 as part of routine maintenance. 
Telephone – Good cell phone service in the area. 
Internet – Wireless internet through Visionary Communications. 

Wildlife: 
The surrounding area of the Black Hills and northeastern Wyoming is prime habitat for a variety of wildlife including deer, antelope turkey, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote, fox, eagles and hawks. 

Recreation: 
The property is situated in a tremendous recreational area within a one-hour drive of many well-known sites. A 20-minute drive east leads to LAK Reservoir, providing fishing opportunities. Hundreds of thousands of acres of Black Hills National Forest can be accessed at Boles Canyon Road, only 17 miles to the east, where backroads wind through the scenic landscape to destinations such as Deerfield Lake Recreation Area. Other nearby destinations include Keyhole State Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse, and Mount Rushmore. This is an excellent location to enjoy the beauty and recreational resources of the Black Hills.  

Access & Location:
The property is easily accessed. From Highway 16 on the west side of Newcastle, take Morrissey Road south for two miles. The property is located on the left. Morrissey Road is a gravel county-maintained road. 

Mileage to nearby towns and destinations:

• Newcastle WY—2 miles,
• Upton, WY—28 miles,
• Custer, SD—40 miles,
• Gillette, WY—75 miles,
• Deadwood, SD—58 miles,
• Spearfish, SD—80 miles,
• Rapid City, SD —80 miles,
• Casper, WY—160 miles. 

Showings: 
The property is shown by appointment only. Your consideration is appreciated.