Historic Bonta Ranch
1,130 acres, Beckwourth, Plumas County, California

The Historic Bonta Ranch served as a family ranch for over a century. Location is a part of the attraction of the ranch. Less than an hour from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, the ranch lies at the foot of a spectacular cliff/rock formation adjoining Sugar Loaf Peak at the north end of the prestigious Sierra Valley. Sierra Valley is the largest alpine valley in the Sierra and the closest to Lake Tahoe, approximately 50 miles away. The unique ranch property is nestled in a private canyon and borders the U.S. National Forest giving direct access to thousands of acres of Forest Service and BLM land. Topography runs from level pasture land to forested areas with big pine trees, and soaring cliffs with a little bit of everything in between.

The ranch headquarters features the original ranch house. No money was spared in the restoration and remodeling of the original Bonta ranch home from the foundation up! Open kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless appliances. Everything has been redone to today’s custom standards without compromising the charm of days gone by. Other improvements include a classic century old barn, orchard, pond, and various other ranch related outbuildings.

There is a year round stream that runs through the property and the land is rich in the history of the Sierra, including ancient Native American camp sites. A good portion of the ranch is located in the deer migratory path making this property a prime candidate for a conservation easement.

The Bonta Ranch is one of the few historic ranches remaining in the Tahoe basin. This is a ranch property that can be enjoyed today. As a family retreat, recreational get-a-way, second home, primary residence, foundation/corporate retreat, etc. With water rights included, farming projects are a good possibility. With the ranch in 10 separate parcels and not being restricted by the California Williamson Act, the underlying opportunity and value of subdividing the land will always be there. The Historic Bonta Ranch offers a rare investment opportunity to own and enjoy a part of history.

Price $4,250,000

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