Here is a unique opportunity to own a combination of rangeland and Mimbres water rights on the Southern end of the Gila National Forest.. Whispering Oaks Ranch, located in Southwest New Mexico is situated just below the Black Range approximately 30 minutes from the historic town of Silver City. This ranch is comprised of +/- 610 deeded acres of which approximately +/-9.7 acres are irrigated. This area is known for a variety of wildlife including Mule Deer, Quail, Turkey, Mountain Lion, Bear, and Javelina and is in Game Management Unit 24. The property features a 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home, a large metal barn and pipe corrals. In addition to the home, other improvements on the ranch include: Three wells (one domestic/stock, one supplemental, and one livestock), and complete perimeter fencing. The rangeland is high desert comprised mostly of Oak and Juniper trees and abundant in native grasses. The topography of the rangeland is mountainous with several canyons. At the highest points on the ranch, one can enjoy a beautiful 360 view of the Black Range, the Kneeling Nun, and the river bottom. The Gila National Forest (comprised of approximately 3.3 million acres) is less than a 10 minute drive from the property, and is known for its many recreational opportunities including hunting, hiking, photography, camping etc. The Gila Cliff Dwellings is about an hour drive from the property, Lake Roberts-about 30 minutes, and Bear Canyon Lake-15 minutes. Highway 152 goes through the Black Range to Hillsboro and on to Truth or Consequences, NM, the home of Elephant Butte Lake . Silver City is the nearest town and offers most important amenities such as: schools (including Western New Mexico University), a hospital, a Wal-Mart and other shopping needs. Las Cruces is an hour and a half drive from the property and offers just about anything Silver City may not have. A place to call home, raise a few head of cattle, and put some meat in the freezer.. call today for more information or to schedule a qualified showing. Financial verification is required prior to any showing. Buyer to pay for any/all inspections.
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