Aerial view of a rural landscape with rolling hills, dense forests, open fields, and a small building under a colorful sky with pink and purple hues.

Embrace the Authentic Wyoming Lifestyle

The property features a large home, a hand-hewn barn with hay shed, a bunk house, and a spacious 4-car garage for ample storage. Whether you're an equestrian, hiker, off-road adventurer, snowmobiler, or hunter, this ranch offers acres of exploration and adventure. With irrigation rights and water running through the property, it's a true outdoor paradise ready for its next chapter. Wildlife thrives here, with bear, trophy elk, deer, and moose calling this large-game haven home. Ski enthusiasts will love the proximity to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), just minutes away, offering world-class slopes and year-round recreation. Build your dream Western retreat or subdivide to create 5 estate homesites on this historic property and embrace the authentic Wyoming lifestyle.

205 Acres
5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
3,938 Sq. Ft.
Large Home
Hand-hewn Bircher Barn with Hay Loft
Bunkhouse
Spacious 6-Bay Garage with Attached Shop
Horse Setup

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What are the possibilities for developing the Chapman Ranch?

The historic Chapman Ranch, a 200+ acre property in Wilson, Wyoming, has no conservation easements, which creates a wide range of development possibilities.

Potential options range from a single private compound to a larger-scale development. The development potential is balanced by Teton County's zoning regulations, which typically require large lot sizes to preserve the area's rural character

  • PRIVATE FAMILY COMPOUND

    With over 200 acres and existing ranch buildings, the property is a prime candidate for a private family estate. This would maintain the property's privacy and allow a buyer to create a bespoke retreat with the existing historic home, barn, and bunkhouse as a foundation.

  • SECLUDED PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT

    The lack of conservation easements opens up the possibility for a larger private development, which would need to align with Teton County's land development regulations (LDRs). The county's Rural Agricultural (RA-35) zone, which typically applies to such areas, allows for clustered residential areas to preserve open space, with a minimum density requirement of 35 acres per unit.

  • EQUESTRIAN OR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES VENUE

    The expansive acreage and proximity to public lands offer potential for a working ranch, equestrian center, or a hospitality venture centered around outdoor activities. The property is advertised for activities like hiking, ATV rides, and snowmobiling.

  • WILDLIFE & RECREATIONAL SANCTUARY

    For a buyer interested in conservation, the ranch's designation as a "wildlife haven" could be expanded upon. While there are no conservation easements, one could be established, which would voluntarily limit the amount and type of development to protect conservation values. This could also provide tax benefits. 

CONSIDERATIONS & REGULATIONS

Any development would be subject to Teton County's zoning and land use regulations. While there is no limit to the number of physical structures, there are floor area limitations and restrictions on the number of residential units, which would need to be considered. The presence of perennial or seasonal streams on the property also means that setbacks for development would need to be carefully followed.