GREENER PASTURES Season 2: Episode 12
Surround yourself with nature at wide open ranches and smell the flowers at a historical garden. We explore 3 tranquil opportunities.
Big Sky, Montana — August 1, 2016Freedom Pass
Totaling 260 pristine acres near the renowned Big Sky Resort and the exclusive Yellowstone Club, Freedom Pass features multiple home sites that uniquely cross both unrestricted land and a prestigious master planned community by way of an expansive ridge. Currently divided into a dozen lots of 20 acres each — seven within the Big EZ Estates — Big Sky’s Freedom Pass enjoys unparalleled privacy, conservation easements opportunity, and a vast sense of space as the property is adjacent to breathtaking Gallatin National Forest.
Never before offered for sale, Freedom Pass will sell at auction without reserve on August 1 in cooperation with Martha Johnson of Montana Living – Big Sky Real Estate. This is our second auction on behalf of the seller and our fifth alongside Johnson. In 2013, we all partnered to sell The Big EZ Lodge, a private, 60-acre retreat, also in Big Sky.
“This is a rare opportunity to own 260 acres in the heart of the Yellowstone ecosystem,” Johnson stated. “Adjacent to the National Forest, this property has the flexibility to put up to 12 homesites into a conservation easement, have a generational family compound, a big game hunting retreat, or develop and sell homesites.”
Located only minutes by private road from the town of Big Sky, Freedom Pass is in the ideal location to enjoy the unmatched outdoor recreation for which the area is known. Throughout the year, an abundance of outdoor recreation awaits — hunting, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, and more.
Kalaheo, Kauai, Hawaii — August 2, 2016Olu Pua Gardens
Discover paradise near Kauai’s southern coast within the spectacular gardens of Olu Pua Gardens, translated as “peace among flowers.” An authentic plantation-style retreat comprised of 12 sprawling acres, the property enjoys luxurious finishes, seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces, and Japanese craftsmanship throughout five dwellings. Built by iconic Architect C.W. Dickey with the use of exotic woods and local lava rocks, Olu Pua Gardens has a rich history dating back to the 1930s as a haven for WWII dignitaries and home to the A&B Kauai Pineapple Company. In the 1970s and 1980s, under the ownership of Athalie Richardson Irvine Clarke, numerous high-profile guests, including U.S. Presidents, statesmen, and celebrities frequented the sanctuary.
Previously listed for $6.5 million, the property will sell without reserve on August 2 in cooperation with Martie Law of Oceanfront Sotheby’s International Realty.
“This property presents a unique opportunity for someone to not only own a piece of Hawaiian plantation history, but also highly coveted C.W. Dickey homes on grounds that will amaze,” Law said. “With edible fruit trees, rare plants, quaint gardens, a pond, swimming pool, and acres of tropical enjoyment, the property just keeps giving.”
Offering the natural beauty of Kauai’s south coast, Kalaheo — or “the proud day” in Hawaiian — is an unincorporated area of Kauai County. Home to the National Tropical Botanical Garden, the area has renowned shopping, dining, golf, hiking, botanic delights, spectacular beaches, and leisure activities.
Haiku, Maui, Hawaii — August 4, 2016Mea Makamae Ranch | 1949 West Kuiaha Road
Located amongst the slopes of Haleakala, offering spectacular views of the North Shore, is Mea Makamae Ranch, a 39-acre private retreat steeped in history. Boasting lavish landscaping, horse paddocks, and a Christmas tree farm, this true Hawaiian ranch includes a 1,000-square-foot master suite, a soaring great room, gourmet kitchen, and an expansive outdoor lanai surrounded by tropical breezes and ocean vistas. With seven gated paddocks, a training pen, and separate tack storage, Mea Makamae Ranch is a horse-lovers dream. The property also offers 30 acres of usable pasture, a seasonal stream, and room for expansion.
Previously listed for $6.9 million, the property will sell without reserve on August 4 in cooperation with Billy Jalbert of Maui Real Estate Team, Inc.
“Mea Makamae is a special place in Maui. It combines privacy, beautiful views, great spaces for hosting friends and family, and fantastic recreational opportunities,” Jalbert said. “Whether you’re riding horses through the extensive pastures of the 39-acre property, waxing up your surfboards to head to the world-class surfing nearby, or loading up your mountain bikes to explore the nearby forest reserve, you will never be bored living at the ranch.”
Mea Makamae Ranch is situated on Maui’s North Shore, just 15 minutes from the world-renowned surf destination of Ho’okipa Beach Park. It is also near top restaurants, shopping, and the Bohemian charms of Pa’ia town.
Which slice of nature will you choose?
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