Bear Lake Ranch is a rare opportunity to own an extraordinary 274.87± acre Northwoods estate where luxury living, premier recreation, and exceptional wildlife habitat come together. The custom-built 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features central air conditioning, a backup generator, a den/flex room, and a spacious wraparound covered deck overlooking the breathtaking landscape of rolling fields, mature timber, ponds, and pristine waters. Adding to the property's character is a beautifully preserved fieldstone office built in 1938, offering a unique space for remote work, guests, or creative pursuits. Equestrian and hobby farm enthusiasts will appreciate the impressive 36x71 four-stall barn complete with tack room, feed room, second-floor hay loft, and a private guest room with balcony and an attached heated two car garage. Additional storage is provided by a 38x65 pole building with two enclosed lean-to storage areas featuring garage door access. The land is equally remarkable, featuring two spring-fed lakes, three ponds, approximately 37 acres of productive hayfield, roughly 15 acres of established food plots planted in corn, soybeans, and alfalfa, mature timber, and nearly five miles of maintained trails. The diverse habitat supports exceptional populations of whitetail deer, black bear, elk, turkey, grouse, waterfowl, and countless other wildlife species, creating a true sportsman's paradise. Whether your vision is a private family retreat, equestrian property, premier hunting preserve, conservation investment, or year-round luxury residence, Bear Lake Ranch offers a truly irreplaceable legacy property unlike any other in Northern Wisconsin.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
274.87 acresLot Size
$467Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by MATT SCHULTZ• UNITED COUNTRY REAL ESTATE / NORTHERN WI LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES
Listed by BRITTANY SCHULTZ• UNITED COUNTRY REAL ESTATE / NORTHERN WI LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES
SHOWPLACE HORSE FARM/RANCH SET INTO A MAGNIFICENT 275 ACRE +/- NORTHERN WISCONSIN SETTING, west of Butternut. A stunning 3014 sq. ft. 1.5 story, custom cedar home is located on a beautifully landscaped hill with the most pastoral rolling meadows and hardwood forest panoramas. There is a gorgeous 38' X 72' 4 stall horse barn w/ tack & feed rooms, attached 2 car garage, second floor hay loft & efficiency apartment w/ balcony, and unique 3rd floor cupola to take in those breathtaking views. Other buildings include a 22' x 22' fieldstone office w/ gas fireplace, and a 40' X 80' metal machine shed with 9' X 36' & 9' X 24' wings, & heated insulated workshops. The lovely home features a vaulted great room with stone fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, rec room, den, sitting loft, and wrap around covered decks. The acreage includes a nice mix of meadows, hardwood & conifer forests, 2 deep wildlife ponds, a tremendous trail system, and 4 permanent hunting blinds. A true legacy!
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Property tax
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Assessment*
2025
$6,408 (+14.2%)
$25,800 + $356,000
$381,800
2024
$5,613 (+1.0%)
$25,800 + $356,000
$381,800
2023
$5,557 (+2.9%)
$25,800 + $356,000
$381,800
2022
$5,400 (−19.3%)
$22,300 + $356,000
$378,300
2021
$6,696
$22,200 + $356,000
$378,200
2020
$6,701 (−0.4%)
$22,200 + $356,000
$378,200
2019
$6,730 (+11.3%)
$22,100 + $356,000
$378,100
2018
$6,046 (+16.6%)
$22,000 + $356,000
$378,000
2017
$5,188 (−1.2%)
$16,900 + $340,500
$357,400
2016
$5,248 (+2.3%)
$16,900 + $340,500
$357,400
2015
$5,132 (−6.5%)
$16,900 + $340,500
$357,400
2014
$5,487
$17,100 + $340,500
$357,600
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38.35 Acres
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Ashland County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Climate risks
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 91° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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