Big Laramie River Retreat

Land Description

Overview The Big Laramie River Retreat is 30 miles from Laramie, WY in the Medicine Bow National Forest. The retreat includes a 2,000+ SQ FT home with enormous potential and 6+ picturesque acres at the base of Jelm Mountain. The property offers scenic and private access to the Big Laramie River, a productive trout stream, and offers direct access to public land on Jelm Mountain that is less than a minute walk from the house. This retreat would be the perfect serene get-a-way from busy city life. The Land Over 6 acres bordering the Big Laramie River. A large portion of the property is nested in the valley with river bottom and an abundance of trees. The property includes a large peninsula that is home to nesting bald eagles and waterfowl. The Big Laramie River is a successful trout stream that receives significantly less pressure than surrounding rivers. It is known for trophy wild brown trout with fish taken between 12-25 inches regularly. River is accessed via a wood staircase with a relatively steep descent.THE Improvements The home was built in 1960 and is over 2,000 SQ FT of possibility. It needs updates and maintenance but provides a charming interior layout with a lot of space and great views. The home boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a large open floor plan. The large master bedroom is updated with private access to the back deck. The home is heated by 4 wood burning stoves and baseboard heat. There is a large detached garage. Well & private septic new in 2018.The Location The property is directly across the county road from the Jelm Public Access Hunting Area. The closet city is Laramie, WY, home to the University of Wyoming Cowboys. 80 miles to Cheyenne, 160 miles to Denver, CO. Popular activities that bring people to Laramie and surrounding areas include skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, and hiking.