3,720 Acres with Barn, Creek, Hunting Game, River, Cabins in Pitkin County, Snowmass, Colorado

Located just outside Aspen, Colorado, the approximately 3,800-acre St. Benedict’s Monastery represents the largest holding in the immediate Snowmass/Aspen area. The property sits in a picturesque ranching valley surrounded by the lofty peaks of the Elk Mountain Range. Known for its peace and privacy, the Trappist monks have lived and managed this idyllic ranch for over 68 years. Wildlife and cattle have co-existed for years, and the ranch and adjoining protected lands have retained the same natural habitat and rural characteristics today as they did when the monks first arrived. - 30 minutes from Aspen - Situated in a private mountain valley in the pristine Capitol Creek Valley - The largest property of its kind near Aspen - Three creeks meander through the ranch for over 5 miles - Irrigated meadows with historic water rights irrigating 1,200 acres Features three main characteristics: 1.  The 2,780 +\- acre main headquarters, including the monastery and retreat center 2.  The 437 +/- acre West Meadow, an irrigated mesa that adjoins the Headquarters to the west 3.  The 567 +/- acre McCartney Mesa to the south that towers over the entire property - Excellent hunting opportunity as the property sits in Colorado Game Management Unit 43 - Small stream fishing on Capitol Creek - Exquisite and tranquil lands perfect for hiking, horseback riding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more - Excellent opportunity for conservation

Barn, Creek, Hunting Game, River, Cabins, Fishing, Pivot Irrigation, National Forest Access

Acreage, Hunting Property, Mountain Land, Recreational Land, Agriculture Business, Farm, Ranch, Cattle Ranch

Snowmass, 81654 Colorado

County: Pitkin