The Apache Springs Ranch<br/><br/> The Apache Springs Ranch, nestled at the foot of the Santa Rita Mountains, is about 45 minutes from Tucson and just five miles north of Sonoita, Az. The ranch was named after the historic Apache Spring, which is located on the ranch, and provides irrigation and livestock water to the fenced pastures. <br/> This magnificent ranch is well equipped for virtually any kind of equestrian pursuit; it is also zoned for guest ranch use. It was most recently used as an equestrian related therapy center, hosting a world wide clientele. The appointments are truly world class, both for the guests and the horses. It is surrounded by National Forest, which creates a totally private and naturally serene experience. It would be an ideal setting for a treatment center or a corporate retreat. A dude ranch with an emphasis on a wide range of equestrian pursuits would also be an excellent fit, because in addition to a covered arena, a roping arena, and carefully thought out equine care and training facilities, there are literally hundreds of miles of magnificent riding trails that are directly connected to the ranch. Hunter-jumpers would appreciate the deep footing in the covered arena, with its mist system, lighting and welcome shade. Gardner Canyon runs through the ranch and leads deep into the wilderness where wild game abounds. The canyon has springs dotted along its shady, meandering length; Golden Eagles, Whitetail Deer, Bear, Javelina and ancient Indian artifacts are often seen. <br/> As a private ranch, it would serve very well as training, boarding or breeding facility. Imagine the serenity of being surrounded by National Forest while working with the horses. There is only one other privately held property within several miles of the ranch. The main house is a well appointed and beautifully maintained adobe structure that has 4,329 sq. ft. of living space and is set at the rim of the canyon. A guest cottage is nearby; there is staff housing, barns, equipment sheds, paddocks, a workshop, a large hay barn, and several irrigated pastures that are encompassed by the 130 acre ranch. All pastures and paddocks have water piped directly to them, and each contains a shade structure. The historic Tom Gardner homestead has been modernized and is a very comfortable guest house with adobe walls over two feet thick and a cozy fireplace. The first class horse barn has metal lined stalls, rubber floor mats, veterinary stanchions, washing and shoeing stanchions, a barn manager's office, tack rooms, and all the amenities expected in a premier equine facility. <br/> For hosting events, there is a large meeting room, a commercial kitchen, a dining room, two offices, plenty of modern bathroom facilities, and six additional guest rooms arranged around a large great room, all built in 2006. <br/> There is a potentially assumable note and some owner financing may also be available for qualified purchasers. With its lush Cottonwood trees, native grass, the live spring, and total privacy, there is nothing like it in Southern Arizona.
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