190 SOESTER ROAD, Marsland, NE

Description

Overview Located just south of Crawford, Nebraska, with excellent year-round access directly off Highway 71, Marsland Grass Pasture is a productive 485.49± acre grass ranch offering an outstanding combination of quality native pasture, dependable water, excellent livestock improvements, and scenic recreational value. Featuring three large grazing pastures, exceptional fencing, functional working facilities, and beautiful Pine Ridge terrain, this ranch is well suited for both established cattle producers and land investors seeking a productive western Nebraska ranch. Land Pine Ridge Grass Ranch consists of approximately 485.49± deeded acres of productive native grass thoughtfully divided into four main grazing pastures, allowing for efficient rotational grazing and livestock management with multiple smaller holding pastures. The gently rolling terrain provides excellent natural drainage while producing quality native forage that has made Dawes County one of western Nebraska's premier cattle-producing regions. The ranch is exceptionally well fenced, with nearly all exterior boundaries constructed of five-wire fence and the interior cross fences primarily consisting of four-wire fence, allowing the new owner to step into a turnkey grazing operation. One of the property's most impressive features is found in the northwest corner, where the landscape transitions into the scenic Pine Ridge. Mature Ponderosa Pine trees, rolling ridges, and sandstone outcroppings create breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views that stretch for miles in every direction. This elevated setting would make an exceptional location for an off-grid cabin, future homesite, or simply a place to enjoy the beauty and solitude of western Nebraska. Improvements Designed with functionality in mind, the headquarters provide everything needed for efficient day-to-day cattle operations. A large classic barn serves as the centerpiece of the improvements, offering excellent hay storage and livestock shelter while preserving the character of a traditional Nebraska ranch. Functional working corrals, sorting alleys, and holding pens make gathering, processing, and shipping cattle efficient and convenient. Several additional utility buildings provide equipment and storage space to support ranch operations. An older farmhouse is also located on the property and provides a functional headquarters. While the home would benefit from renovation and updating, the true value of this offering lies in the quality grass, dependable water, excellent fencing, and livestock infrastructure. Water A classic Aermotor windmill supplies a well-designed three-tank watering system that divides the north and south pastures, with water piped to an additional stock tank serving the eastern pasture. The windmill also has a submersible pump at the bottom of the well, with the ability to plug into a generator at times of need. This dependable system provides excellent water distribution throughout the ranch and allows for efficient grazing management across multiple pasture units. The headquarters has a 2,000-gallon cistern north of the red barn, along with its own well, to feed the stock tanks around the homeplace and the corrals. Recreation The combination of productive native grasslands, rolling draws, and mature Ponderosa Pines creates ideal habitat and travel corridors for wildlife. The ranch regularly attracts both whitetail and mule deer, providing excellent opportunities for wildlife and hunting opportunities. As winter settles into the Nebraska Pine Ridge, resident elk herds are known to move through the property and water at the windmill following significant snowfalls, adding another unique recreational benefit. Whether you're an avid hunter or simply enjoy watching big game roam the landscape, this ranch offers a recreational component that complements its agricultural value.