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Norton Ranch and Cottages MLS: V4043812
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Prince George, BC
Mike Riesterer
604.315.2984
[email protected]
Macdonald Commercial Real Estate Services Ltd.
1827 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1P5
T 604.736.5611 | F 604.736.7976
www.macdonaldcommercial.com
Although this information has been received from
sources deemed reliable, we assume no responsibility for its accuracy, and without offering advice, make
this submission subject to prior sale or lease, change
in price or terms and withdrawal without notice.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Norton Ranch & Cottages
Location & Area Description
Property Description
Norton Ranch and Cottages is a 308 acre
property located 20 km west of Prince
George, the largest city (pop. 71,973) in
northern British Columbia.
Located on a plateau in the beautiful and historic Chilako
River Valley, the Norton Ranch features unique and
immaculate buildings, a 45 acre hay field, 60 acres of fenced
pastures, a corral, 80 acre gravel reserve and 45 forested
acres of lodge pole pine and spruce; all complemented with
ample trails, nature ponds and a sculpted swimming pond.
The city, situated at the confluence of
the Fraser and Nechako Rivers and the
crossroads of Highway 16 and Highway 97,
is the service and supply hub for one of the
fastest-growing regions in Canada and plays
an important role in the province’s economy
and culture.
Prince George is a one hour flight from either
Vancouver or Calgary.
Norton Ranch is approximately 35 minutes
from the Prince George International Airport
(YXS) and 20 minutes from the University of
Northern BC (UNBC) and all city amenities.
History
Norton
Ranch
owner
William Norton’s family
began ranching in Texas
in 1840 and first started
ranching
in
Quesnel,
British Columbia in 1957.
The family ran cattle
with the legendary Rich
Hobson and Pan Phillips,
founders of the famous
Home Ranch popularized
in books and film.
In the possession of the present owner since 1991, and
offering tourist accommodation since 2007, the property
provides luxurious living for its owner, and a well-established,
award winning cottage rental business with high end rural
accommodation.
Norton Ranch and Cottages is rated No. 1 in Prince George
between 22 properties on Trip Advisor, Number 19 on
Traveller’s Choice of Top 25 Small Hotels in Canada and
Number 4 for Best Services. The property received the 2013
Northern British Columbia Tourism Innovator Award and
the 2014 Booking.com Award of Excellence for achieving an
average guest review of 9.5 out of 10.
The existing zoning and infrastructure provides a solid
business foundation and a range of expansion opportunities
and possibilities.
IMPROVEMENT & SERVICES
Improvement & Services
Norton Ranch has an exceptional infrastructure with
septic system, underground hydro & phone lines, 2
separate 200 amp service panels, satellite and high
speed Internet.
Water is from a drilled 220 feet deep well, and supply
is unlimited. There are 5 outdoor water faucets, two
for RV hook up with 30 amp service.
There is a large, sculpted swimming pond with deck,
filtration system, skimmer and pump house.
All buildings have metal roofing and have been
extensively renovated and restored.
A paved road leads up to the property, with two large
Ranch Gates and a 600m long treated rail fence along
the main driveway.
In the past years 8000 pine trees have been replanted, and an extensive trail system has been
developed throughout the property.
88 Acre Gravel Reserve
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MAIN RESIDENCE
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Main House
Building Descriptions Main Residence
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The owner’s residence is a 2117 SF dwelling with
open concept living area and solarium. A high
level of finishing is throughout, and includes many
European inspired design features and custom
improvements including:
granite counters, radiant heated Italian Terracotta
tile floors, and top-of-the-line appliances;
custom built closets featuring full pull-out drawers
and folding table;
indoor soaker tub and European lavatory, and
outdoor hot tub porch with tiled walk-in shower
and 2 pc bathroom;
high efficiency Blaze King wood stove;
BOSE indoor and outdoor speaker system;
ICARO wall lamps by Artemide,
rock walled courtyard with wood fire bread oven;
soundproof Roxul stone wool insulation including
interior walls;
Sun Room
Kitchen
OLD LOGBARN COTTAGE
Old Logbarn Cottage
Old Logbarn Cottage
Open living concept 950 square foot two bedroom
cottage with full kitchen, contemporary fixtures and
appliances, den, large loft and separate twin bedroom
providing delightful luxury in a rural environment.
Laminate wood flooring throughout.
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CORRAL COTTAGE
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Corral Cottage Interior
Corral Cottage
Boutique style one-bedroom 520 square foot cottage
with full kitchen, contemporary fixtures and appliances,
granite counter tops and Merbau hardwood flooring. Two
covered porches, fully fenced with horse paddock with
shelter.
Horse Pasture
COWBOY CABIN & BARN
Cowboy Cabin
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Rustic 450 square foot charmer with one bedroom
and additional twin bedroom or den/office/tack room.
Small kitchenette, 3 pc bathroom and additional 2 pc
bathroom, electric fireplace, wood plank flooring and
deck.
Barn
The 7000 square foot barn has a 22 foot high ceiling
and 2000 square feet enclosed with concrete flooring.
Barn
FOR SALE
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ROCKCHILD LANDING - 279 Acres, Okanagan
Natural Pond
Parcel Information
Size:
Legal Description:
314.27 Ac. (127.181 Ha.)
Parcel 1, DL 7787 and DL
7905 Cariboo Land District
Plan BCP15564
Parcel Identifier:
026-169-207
Property Tax:
$980.00 (2014)
Zoning:
Rural 3
RC-6 (Agricultural Recreation Accommodation)
Investment Considerations
This property has 15 acres zoned RC 6, allowing an
additional 7 accommodation units. In addition to
the 3 cottages described above the Ranch house
is within the RC 6 zoning and can be designated
as a rental if so desired, or a new home may be
constructed on Ranch property outside the RC 6
zone.
The Norton Ranch property is suitable for an agritourism business, a working cattle or horse ranch,
farming or high end country lifestyle retreat.
Experimental Vineyard
The northern 80 acres of the property has been
identified as a potential 25 year gravel reserve.
Gravel is a very saleable resource and will be critical
for construction in the Prince George area due to
the area’s strong economic growth.
Gross Revenue Cottages (2014)
$75,214.00
Approximate Expenses
Mike Riesterer
604.315.2984
[email protected]
$15,000.00
Offering Price
$1,500,000.00
FOR SALE
Hayfields
“The Old Logbarn” porch
500m long driveway with 5 rail treated fence
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