owboys, and the ranches they worked, are easily one of the most iconic symbols of the West. Their wild and free lifestyle – full of adventure – is something that many of us wish we could experience. However, since we can’t all be lasso-wielding, horse-riding ranchers, we’ll have to settle for the next best thing.

Colorado has plenty of properties where those who have always been cowboys at heart can live out their western dreams. So, grab your hat and saddle up to explore a few of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty’s most magnificent ranches along the Front Range.

owboys, and the ranches they worked, are easily one of the most iconic symbols of the West. Their wild and free lifestyle – full of adventure – is something that many of us wish we could experience. However, since we can’t all be lasso-wielding, horse-riding ranchers, we’ll have to settle for the next best thing.

Colorado has plenty of properties where those who have always been cowboys at heart can live out their western dreams. So, grab your hat and saddle up to explore a few of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty’s most magnificent ranches along the Front Range.

9840 Buckhorn Road, Loveland, CO | View Details
Listed by Jeff Erickson, Carliss Erickson, and Ryan McIntosh for $11,000,000

Set in the rolling hills of Loveland, Colorado, this luxurious equestrian estate invites you to take the reins and live the life you’ve always dreamt of. Welcome to Buckhorn Ranch, a 531-acre property, made up of residential and agricultural land that raises the standard of living in the Rocky Mountain region. The main residence blends Old World charm with exquisite Colorado craftsmanship throughout the home’s 9,387 square feet of comfortable elegance. Designer details elevate the interior of the living spaces, including five en-suite bedrooms, and six-and-a-half luxurious bathrooms. Any experienced equestrian will appreciate the dustless indoor riding arena, the outdoor arena, and the three-stall run-in shed with automatic water and hay feeders. The property also provides plenty of room to ride or practice your skills within the two fenced four-acre fields and the 75-foot training pen. The impressive facilities continue in the turn-of-the-century historic barn, stable with six box stalls, tack room, tool room, vet room, additional storage, and bathroom, as well as covered hay storage, 8,000 linear feet of three-rail horse fencing, turn-out fields, and one 10-acre field for all your horses’ needs.

64407 + 64057 US Highway 285, Bailey, CO | View Details
Listed by Jonathan Danton and Ryan Olbrich for $11,500,000

Deer Creek Valley Ranch presents the rare opportunity to own a piece of Colorado’s history. This majestic, 165-acre property is a pastoral mountain retreat featuring Rocky Mountain views, flowing water from Deer Creek, sweeping meadows full of wildlife, and on-site riding trails. This property, which is presently one of Colorado’s most desirable wedding and event venues, is one of the best examples of a ranch with endless possibilities for the future. Its various residences, buildings, and amenities provide a chic take on traditional, rustic trends. While each building on the property is uniquely impressive, the most treasured structure within Deer Creek Valley Ranch is the fully restored 7,600-square-foot barn. Originally built in the 1800’s, this three-story barn embodies its western beginnings to bring joy and nostalgia to all who visit. Deer Creek Valley Ranch is a rare, historic gem that has been meticulously maintained for present and future generations to fall in love with.

6501 Jackson Creek Road, Sedalia, CO | View Details
Listed by Elaine Stucy for $5,250,000

Encompassed by rolling pastures, sweeping hillsides, and majestic red canyon rock, 6501 Jackson Creek Road is the equestrian escape you’ve been searching for. Complete with an eight-stall barn, tack room, caretaker’s quarters, and remarkable 242 acres of land to roam, the ranch is a self-contained sanctuary filled with wildlife and opportunities for horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, and motorized adventures. Any cowboy would be lucky to call the stunning three-bedroom, six-bathroom main residence home. The estate embraces the character of a mountain lodge, with its stately stonework and towering timber beams, while boasting all of the enviable amenities of a modern-day mansion. Through a set of French doors, the patio and heated swimming pool offer a resort-like setting to unwind after a day on the trails. And what western home would be complete without its own saloon? This residence features a wet bar that seats ten people, for at-home happy hours or holiday gatherings. For those looking for something extraordinary, 6501 Jackson Creek Road is a dream come true.

By Amanda Molitor