Horse Castle Ranch
871 N County Road 23E : Berthoud, CO 80513
Larimer County, Colorado
Ranch Description
Horse Castle Ranch is a rare 29-acre equestrian estate near Berthoud, CO, featuring a custom ranch home and top-tier horse facilities. Enjoy indoor and outdoor arenas, barns, mountain views, and a functional layout built for serious horsemen or lifestyle buyers wanting it all-luxury, land, and an unbeatable Front Range location.
Land
Address 871 N County Road 23E, Berthoud, CO 80513
Closest Town Berthoud
Total Acres 29.00
Deeded Acres 29.00
Leased Acres 0.00
Zoning FA1 Agricultural
Elevation Approx. 5,000 ft
Topography Gently sloped
Vegetation Pasture, grass, trees, grape vines
Irrigated Acres None
Water Rights None - water via domestic well and spigots throughout the property
Estimated Taxes $8,430 2024
Source of Lot Size Assessor/Tax Data
Improvements
This working horse property includes 14 indoor 12'x12 stalls with 38 outdoor runs 12'x50
4 loafing sheds and multiple fenced pastures
Concrete-floored stalls with premium rubber mats and wood shaving bedding
Heated automatic waterers in each stall
Custom cedar-lined tack room with beetle kill pine cabinetry, granite counters, and 18 personal lockers
Organized feed system with supplement bins for each horse's AM, midday, and PM meals
Heated wash bay with hot/cold water and heat lamps
One-bedroom, one-bath barn apartment-perfect for an on-site manager
Recreation
Horse Castle Ranch offers an excellent range of equestrian and recreational opportunities Indoor Arena 20m x 60m Premier Equestrian footing, slanted kick walls, sloped feedback mirrors, 16 ceilings, 14'x16' equipment access door
Outdoor Arena 20m x 60m 10' border, shredded carpet footing, sloped 1.5 for drainage-rideable shortly after rain
Oversized round pen with dressage-friendly footing
Approx. 1-mile galloping track surrounding the ranch
Grape vines and professional-grade landscaping throughout
Agriculture
Located in a region known for productive farmland, Horse Castle Ranch offers potential for small-scale agricultural use alongside its premier equestrian features. With flat, fertile ground and favorable growing conditions, the property could support crops such as hay or corn-typical of farms throughout the Berthoud area. While the acreage is not irrigated and likely wouldn't support a standalone farming operation, it provides a great opportunity for supplemental use or hobby farming that complements the equine lifestyle.
Region & Climate
Berthoud, Colorado enjoys a classic Front Range climate-defined by four true seasons, low humidity, and over 300 days of sunshine per year. Summers are warm and pleasant, with average highs in the mid-80s F and cool, dry evenings that make outdoor living comfortable well into the evening. Winters are crisp and relatively mild compared to mountain towns, offering occasional snowfall without the extremes found in higher elevations. Spring and fall bring dynamic skies, green-up, and colorful foliage, making this an ideal location for horse lovers who want year-round usability, dry footing, and manageable weather for training, boarding, and outdoor riding.
History
Horse Castle Ranch is nestled in a region steeped in Colorado's pioneering and conservation history. Just northwest lies Carter Lake, a reservoir completed in 1952 as part of the Colorado-Big Thompson Project-an ambitious water diversion system that brings Colorado River water to the Eastern Slope. Today, Carter Lake serves as both a recreational haven and a vital water source for agriculture and communities.
To the west, Rocky Mountain National Park was established in 1915 through the efforts of Enos Mills, a naturalist often referred to as the Father of Rocky Mountain National Park. His vision helped preserve the area's incredible alpine beauty, making it a national treasure for generations.
The nearby town of Berthoud has deep agricultural roots, long known for its fertile ground and hard-working farming communities. That legacy lives on today, making the area a perfect blend of productive land, natural beauty, and heritage.
Location
From Berthoud, head west on County Road 8 to County Road 23E. Turn north right on CR 23E and follow approximately one mile. Property entrance will be on your right, marked by white fencing and a gated entry.
Directions to Ranch
From Berthoud, West on County Road 8, North on County Road 23, West on County Road 8 E, South on 23E. This is a dirt road and the property is hard to see until you drive down the road and in to the valley, from there you will see it on the right.
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