Whispering Sands Ranch is for sale by owner. Come ride in the mild climate of the beautiful south eastern Sierras. Miles of trails and wide open spaces in the Mojave Desert with close access to spectacular trails in the Sierra Mountains. This home and horse facility with 10.8 acres is located on the eastern side of the Sierras in Ridgecrest, CA. Ridgecrest is a community that is home to many types of local horse events including gymkhanas, endurance rides, team penning, roping and horse shows. The local horse club is within easy riding distance to this property with a lit arena available. This horsey community has an active junior riding club, a fairgrounds with many horse events, and a well supplied feed store with knowledgeable staff. The property is located within city limits, is on a paved road, yet is very private and secluded as it sets well off of the road with no immediate neighbors. It starts with a ranch style gated entry then continues with a long driveway that leads to the home and barns. The two barns have a total of eight stalls each connected to a run. There are two fenced pastures, a large walk in tack room, and two hay sheds. One pasture has a large walk under shelter. There is a handy tool room that makes for a great workshop. The bunkhouse in the barn with sleeping area, closet and small kitchen area is great for company or to stay in for foaling mares. Located in a horse community with easy access to many miles of trails right off of the property. Near the fairgrounds that has a riding arena, horse shows and gymkhanas. Beautiful, vintage ranch house with a custom built stone fireplace that heats the entire house and a large Master Cool evaporative cooler. Propane wall heater, Maytag washer and propane dryer. Three bedroom, two bath, approximately 1400 sq. feet. Very peaceful and secluded yet is conveniently close to town. Enjoy the beautiful views of the Sierras and Mount Whitney, the spectacular sunsets over the mountains, and the night lights of Ridgecrest. Has a large pool that could easily be brought up to operational status that has concrete all around the fenced/enclosed pool area and a nice shelter area for barbequing. Super for pool parties! Back yard is completely fenced and safe for pets. All buildings and house newly, professionally painted with top of the line paint. Has a good well with newly replaced pump. City water and natural gas available but not hooked up. The home is very efficient to run with low utility bills. Kitchen has all new appliances with a top of the line hot water heater, refrigerator, microwave, range/oven, and garbage disposal. One bathroom has a vintage, cast iron, 5 ½ ft. claw foot bath tub. Both bathrooms have new, water efficient toilets. Brand new carpet in the living room. Beautiful tile in the entry way, kitchen and one bathroom. All new dual pane windows throughout the house. Large closets for storage throughout the house. This house was built in the late 50’s and you will not find a better built house in Ridgecrest. The lumber is a true measurement. The property is unique in that it is located within city limits and yet is zoned for a horse business. Ridgecrest is the gateway to recreational activities such as hiking Mt. Whitney and trout fishing the eastern Sierras as well as visiting Death Valley National Park, Mojave National Preserve, Sequoia National Forest and Red Rock Canyon State Park. Skiing at Mammoth is conveniently located within a two hour drive.
