This remarkable historic property in Swink, Colorado, spans 295 irrigated acres designed for cattle and hay operations. The 4-bedroom, 2-bath century home features a wrap-around porch, mature landscaping, and a finished basement, embodying rustic architectural charm. Built to support an 800-head feedlot, the farm includes modern amenities like a 2023 hay shed, hydraulic chute, and multiple water sources with pivot irrigation. The North and South farms combined offer high-quality alfalfa hay production up to 5 tons per acre annually. Recently re-seeded in 2024, the land boasts advanced irrigation with water shares and collection ponds. Listed at $4,500,000, this Otero County gem offers 295 acres and a 2,040 sq ft shop.
Farm Equipment Shed
A large, open metal shed with a simple roof supported by vertical beams houses stacked hay bales and a few tractors. The shed has a minimalist, functional design with corrugated metal siding and a wide entrance. Surrounding the structure is a vast, flat gravel area with some patches of sparse vegetation near the base. The sky is cloudy, casting a muted light over the scene. The shed is designed for agricultural storage and equipment protection, emphasizing practicality with easy vehicle access and ample space for farming materials. The overall aesthetic leans toward utilitarian and modest rural infrastructure.
Ranch Property Overview
The sprawling ranch property displays an organized layout of multiple fenced paddocks and corral areas likely used for livestock or equestrian purposes. Several dirt roads create a grid-like access system throughout the grounds. Large barn-like structures and smaller outbuildings dot the terrain, providing shelter and storage. The main residential building is surrounded by mature trees, offering a shaded refuge amidst the arid, sandy soil. Surrounding farmland, divided by perimeter fencing, stretches across the horizon with patches of lush green fields contrasting the earth tones of the property. The overall scene reflects rural, agricultural functionality with a pragmatic design focus.
Front Porch Exterior
A single-story historic home is bordered by a wide covered porch supported by simple wooden posts. The dark brown exterior contrasts with the light metal roof, which gently slopes to shed rain. Large trees with sparse foliage stand in front of the porch, casting soft shadows while adding natural framing to the structure. The lawn is lush and green, extending toward the trees and house. Subtle porch details include a small seating area and a partially visible grill, hinting at an inviting outdoor living space. The overall atmosphere balances rustic charm with rural tranquility.
Covered Patio Seating
A long covered patio with a wooden slatted ceiling and reddish-brown tiled floor extends alongside the house. The patio is furnished with a central black metal dining table surrounded by six blue cushioned wrought iron chairs, suggesting an inviting outdoor dining or relaxation area. The space is supported by thin vertical posts with unobstructed views of the green lawn outside. In the background, a small rustic shed and various farm elements, including a wagon wheel and barrels, hint at a rural setting. The natural wood and simple design emphasize functional outdoor living with subtle rustic charm.
Backyard Shed and Lawn
A modest cream-colored shed with a slanted roof stands on a flat dirt and grass patch. In front of the shed is a black metal bench and a small wooden stool. Adjacent to the shed is a makeshift volleyball or badminton net set on the sandy ground. Behind the shed, a large covered porch extends from the house, which has a light metal roof and several support posts. The porch is surrounded by lush green grass and mature trees, providing shade and greenery to the outdoor area. The overall look is rustic and functional, blending open natural elements with basic outdoor amenities. A vehicle is partially visible to the right, hinting at a rural or semi-rural environment.
Pasture View
A peaceful open pasture enclosed by a simple metal rail fence stretches across the foreground. The grassy field is lush and green, dotted with a few small trees and shrubs. Two horses, one chestnut and one palomino, graze quietly beneath partly cloudy skies. The backdrop of the landscape includes more mature trees and distant structures, suggesting a rural, expansive farm or ranch setting. Subtle earth tones from the horses and vegetation blend harmoniously with the soft blues and grays of the sky, evoking a calm, pastoral ambiance.
Ranch Corral
A sandy corral fenced with sturdy metal rails stretches across the scene with a horse standing calmly near the fence. A black and white dog lies on the ground nearby, adding a peaceful, lived-in feeling to the rural setting. Beyond the corral, expansive fields and farming equipment spread across a gently rolling landscape under a cloudy sky. A large white barn or storage building forms a clean, geometric backdrop, contrasting the organic shapes of the trees, animals, and natural earth tones of the surrounding grass and soil. The atmosphere is one of open space and agricultural life.
Livestock Corral
The fenced area is designed for managing livestock, featuring interconnected metal gates and panels that create holding pens. The corral is made of rust-colored steel tubing, showing ruggedness suitable for livestock handling. The ground inside the corral is dry dirt with sparse patches of grass, indicative of an arid or semi-arid environment. Beyond the fencing, flat open land extends to the horizon with utility poles and fencing lines marking the perimeter. The setting evokes a working ranch atmosphere with practical, durable construction for animal control and movement.
Ranch Property Overview
A wide-open rural landscape with several fenced enclosures, likely animal pens or corrals, scattered across a dirt terrain. A large rectangular white barn or storage building sits prominently on the left, while smaller outbuildings and structures appear to serve agricultural or livestock purposes. Sparse vegetation and a lone tree dot the scene amidst expansive fields in the background, which show fertile green cultivated farmland stretching under a cloudy sky. The overall setting evokes a working ranch or farm environment, emphasizing practicality with basic infrastructure suited for livestock management and crop production.
Hay Storage Shed
A large open-sided shed with a metal roof and metal support beams stores neatly stacked rectangular bales of hay in multiple rows. The ground is bare packed dirt with scattered patches of dry grass and straw, indicating an agricultural or ranch setting. The hay bales range in color from light tan to greenish, suggesting different types or stages of drying. The shed provides shelter from sun and weather, helping preserve the hay for livestock feed. The clear blue sky and expansive flat land around add to the rural and functional atmosphere of the space.
Farm Outbuilding Exterior
A large metal-sided outbuilding with a slanted roof sits on a vast, flat dirt lot edged with sparse patches of greenery. Two cylindrical grain silos stand behind the building, indicating agricultural use. A small white trailer is parked beside the structure, alongside various farm equipment and tools scattered nearby. The expansive open sky is overcast with thick, grey clouds, casting a muted light over the rural landscape. Utility poles and fencing mark the perimeter, emphasizing a wide, open space typical of farm properties. The setting exudes a functional, utilitarian aesthetic grounded in agricultural practicality.
Garage and Workshop Space
Industrial and functional, this garage is constructed with corrugated metal walls and a high, peaked ceiling supported by steel beams. The floor is unpaved, showing compacted earth and dirt. Various tools and equipment line the sides on open shelving, with pallets and spare tires scattered throughout. A small yellow ride-on mower is positioned centrally, along with a wheeled machinery cart and an ATV visible towards the back right. Lighting consists of long fluorescent fixtures mounted overhead. The space is practical, designed for equipment storage and maintenance rather than aesthetic appeal, emphasizing utility.
Farm Grain Silos
Two large cylindrical metal silos stand on a dirt lot, designed for storing grain or feed. The left silo is shorter and wider, featuring a conical top with a pipe extending diagonally downwards. The right silo is taller and narrower, also covered with corrugated metal sheets, supported by a sturdy metal frame. Pipes connect the two silos, likely for transferring contents between them. The background shows a lightly overcast sky and scattered vegetation, conveying a utilitarian, rustic farming setting. The silos’ weathered surfaces suggest they have been in use for many years, blending industrial and rural aesthetics.
Livestock Corral Area
Expansive outdoor livestock corral composed of multiple fenced enclosures made from metal bars and wire. The ground within the corral is bare, showing signs of frequent animal use, while the adjacent fenced pathway contains green and dry hay, some scattered and accumulated in bales. The fencing structure is supported by angled braces and strung with wires for reinforcement. Beyond the fenced area, the flat rural landscape stretches to the horizon under a cloudy sky, emphasizing a working ranch aesthetic with functional materials and openness typical of agricultural settings.
Livestock Loading Chute
Set in an open rural landscape, this sturdy metal livestock loading chute is designed for guiding animals into transport vehicles. Its rustic reddish-brown metal panels and rails form a stepped narrow walkway, allowing controlled animal movement. Surrounded by simple, low metal fencing, the structure contrasts with the expansive green pasture and tree line in the distance. The sky is overcast with diffuse light, highlighting the earth-toned ground and worn metal surfaces. Utility poles and wires run parallel to the horizon, adding to the functional, agricultural setting.
Irrigation Equipment
A metal irrigation pivot with a triangular frame supports a red control box labeled “Zimmatic by Fargo.” It stands on a concrete slab with visible mounting bolts. Attached pipes run horizontally into the green field behind, indicating agricultural use. Dry grass borders the concrete base, contrasting with the lush crops extending to the horizon. The cloudy sky adds a muted backdrop, creating a scene of rural farmland infrastructure designed for efficient water distribution across the expansive agricultural area.
Living Room Entertainment Area
A cozy living room corner with honey-toned wood flooring and a warm, inviting atmosphere. A flat-screen TV sits atop a wooden cabinet with shelves, book storage, and decorative objects including a green cactus arrangement with flowers. To the left, a matching wooden chest of drawers topped by a shelving unit holds numerous framed photographs, small family mementos, and knick-knacks, creating a personal touch. The walls are painted a soft white, offset by natural wood trim around doorways and structural beams. A geometric-patterned rug anchors the space, complementing the earth-toned leather couch partially visible in the foreground. A black industrial-style clock adds a contemporary accent above the TV stand. Light filters through a recessed ceiling panel, enhancing the warm and lived-in feel of the room.
Living Room Seating Area
Comfortable reclining sofas in distinct emerald green and warm brown hues create a cozy seating ensemble on smooth wooden flooring. Natural wooden beams frame the ceiling and doorways, adding a rustic charm. The white walls are decorated with framed Native American portrait art, evoking cultural heritage. An open passage leads to a kitchen space furnished with light wood and white cabinetry, maintaining a harmonious flow. Soft natural lighting complements the neutral tones, establishing a warm and inviting ambiance, perfect for relaxed gatherings and everyday living.
Dining Area and Breakfast Bar
A spacious dining area with a rectangular table draped in a muted green tablecloth, surrounded by six wooden chairs with simple design. The flooring is warm-toned wood that complements the dining set and extends into the kitchen space. A large island with a white countertop and wood trim includes three light wooden bar stools with white metal legs. Walls are mostly white, decorated with framed artwork and rustic sconces. A distinct animal hide art piece adds a western flair near a sliding glass door adorned with a dark green curtain, allowing natural light to brighten the space. The ceiling has exposed wooden beams, enhancing the room’s warm, casual aesthetic.
Kitchen Dining Area
Light wood flooring extends throughout this bright kitchen, paired with light-colored cabinetry accented by natural wooden trim. A large peninsula with a white countertop provides seating with mismatched wooden stools, adding casual charm. A small, rustic wood round table with two chairs sits near a bay window adorned with soft blue-gray valances, bringing natural light and warmth. Potted plants on the windowsill contribute a touch of greenery. The space is accented by quaint accessories like a horseshoe, cowboy boots, and rustic hooks, blending farmhouse elements with a cozy, lived-in feel.
Cozy Bedroom Interior
The space reveals a warm, inviting bedroom with a natural wood theme. A substantial pine bed frame with vertical paneling stands centrally, complemented by a striped bedspread in soft hues of blue, beige, and rust. The floor is covered in light wood laminate, enhancing the room’s cozy tone. One wall features a large mirrored closet with sliding doors that reflect the bed and décor, amplifying the room’s brightness. Mounted horse head decorations and framed pictures add rustic charm to the walls. A wooden dresser with curved drawer handles sits with personal items and a small framed mirror, while vertical blinds filter natural light through the windows for a soft ambiance.
Bathroom Details
Soft wooden cabinetry and countertop frame a white porcelain sink with a vintage black faucet. A large mirror with a wooden frame doubles as a medicine cabinet, positioned above the sink area. On the right, a wooden vanity with curved edges holds decorative items atop a patterned cloth. The toilet sits beside a basket filled with toiletries. The shower curtain draws attention with a scenic print of wild horses in a field, evoking a rustic, nature-inspired theme. Soft earth tones and pastel linens add warmth, while textured wood accents provide a cozy, ranch-style ambiance.
Basement Hallway Details
A carpeted hallway with beige walls and three wooden doors painted in a warm honey tone. At the center, a black metal saddle rack holds multiple intricately tooled leather saddles, providing a rustic equestrian touch. To the right, a tall cream filing cabinet is topped with a bronze horse and rider statue, contributing to a Western theme. Family portraits and framed artwork adorn the walls, adding personal warmth. A floral arrangement in a ceramic pot adds softness by the filing cabinet. Part of a leather chair is visible on the left, suggesting this space also functions as a transitional or multi-purpose area within the basement.
Cozy Rustic Bedroom
A warmly lit bedroom with a mix of rustic and cozy elements. The bed has patterned bedding in white, black, and red tones, complemented by a striking red and black striped blanket draped at the foot. A wooden headboard with decorative iron detailing anchors the bed against a cream-colored wall. An antique wooden dresser stands beneath a window dressed with a vibrant red valance curtain. A carved wooden rocking chair with a botanical cushion sits in the corner, adding charm and comfort. Soft carpeting, framed artwork, and simple lamp lighting complete the inviting space.
Cozy Bedroom Corner
Soft cream-colored walls and a simple white ceiling create a calm, inviting atmosphere. The bed, dressed in a quilt patterned with dark cowboy silhouettes, anchors the room with a western flair. A small wooden nightstand sits beside the bed, offering a rustic touch. A wicker chair and basket filled with cozy blankets add texture and warmth to the space. The window, adorned with a ruffled valance featuring a nature-inspired print, allows filtered natural light. Personal mementos and framed photos on the window ledge and corner shelf bring a sentimental, homey essence to this intimate bedroom nook.
Cozy Bedroom
A wooden bed with an ornate wrought iron scroll design on the headboard stands centrally against a plain off-white wall. The bed is dressed in southwestern-style textiles, featuring a vibrant red, black, blue, and beige striped blanket and two decorative pillows in geometric blue and brown patterns. A small framed artwork hangs above the bed. Nearby is a simple wooden nightstand holding a green cactus-shaped decoration. A window with a gathered valance curtain allows natural light, and adjacent furniture includes a small wooden stool with a black padded seat. On the floor, a matching southwestern-patterned rug adds texture and warmth.
Listing Agent: Joette Schalla of Fay Ranches Inc via Zillow