The Guernsey Lake Retreat is an absolute hidden gem, located just outside of Guernsey State Park in Platte County, Wyoming. Situated on 13 acres of gorgeous rolling hills and deep tree canyons, the retreat provides plenty of space and comfort to take in all of the area's surrounding natural beauty! If you want more space to roam and play, the State Park is only minutes away with endless recreational opportunities!
Land
The 13 acres are made up of two separate parcels with a variety of Wyoming critters and wildlife calling the area home and roaming the neighborhood at their leisure!
Improvements
The 3 bedroom and 3 bath custom rustic home was built in 2022, and totals 2800 sq ft. The upgraded finishes are noticeable throughout and provide a comfortable and inviting tone. The showpiece kitchen offers a Wolf gas stove with a Zephyr cooking hood, as well as Jen Air double ovens and a see-through Sub-Zero refrigerator! Custom iron railing, beetle kill tongue and groove ceilings and a wraparound composite deck all help complete the finishes!
Outside, you will find a 38×52 steel frame and insulated building with 14′ and 10′ overhead doors! An unfinished cabin shell with a half loft and spray foam insulation is also on the property, waiting for your ideas and finish. The retreat is well served by an excellent water well at 520′ depth and 60 GPM!
Recreation
Located between the North Platte River and the Haystack Mountains, Guernsey is an outdoor adventurist’s dream, offering world class recreation with lakes, rivers, walking/biking trails, a golf course and rich history! At Guernsey State Park, you can camp, fish, and float along the North Platte River, enjoying the scenic views and wildlife!
History
Guernsey, Wyoming, offers a rich history and natural setting where you can explore the trails and landmarks of the pioneers who came west on the Oregon Trail and signed their names at Register Cliff! Nearby sits Fort Laramie National Historic Site, which tells the story about the western settlement of the 19th century. Just minutes down the road is the old mining town of Hartville, Wyoming, where you can find Wyoming’s oldest bar and one of the best steakhouses and dining experiences in the region! Guernsey is a destination for history buffs and nature lovers alike!
Location
The Guernsey Lake Retreat is just a short drive back into the town of Guernsey for all the necessary supplies one might need or want and just over an hour to the Wyoming State Capitol in Cheyenne. From there another hour south gets you into the hustle & bustle of the Colorado front range and all it has to offer. The Guernsey Lake Retreat is an exceptional opportunity to own a beautiful piece of the vanishing last frontier in the great State of Wyoming!