13421 Road 117a Alliance, NE 69301

Premier Sandhills Ranching & Investment Opportunity Welcome to Sandersfeld Ranch, a premier year-round cattle operation in the heart of Nebraska's iconic Sandhills, just 11 miles south of Alliance. Spanning Box Butte and Morrill Counties, this 4,043.18±-acre property seamlessly blends historical charm, modern efficiency, and significant investment potential. Supporting approximately 200± cow/calf pairs annually, the ranch features pivot-irrigated hay fields, lush native pastures, state-of-the-art livestock facilities, and a robust infrastructure reflecting decades of meticulous management. For established ranchers, Sandersfeld Ranch offers a turnkey operation with flexible grazing and hay production capabilities. For investors, it presents a rare opportunity to own a productive asset in the Sandhills-a region renowned for its stable land values, abundance of water, agricultural output, and recreational appeal. With total privacy yet convenient access to town, this ranch is a perfect balance of seclusion and connectivity. Land & Infrastructure Sandersfeld Ranch combines fertile Sandhills pasture with modern irrigation for exceptional productivity. The property includes two center pivots-one TL and one Zimmatic-irrigating approximately 247 acres, currently used for high-yield hay production but adaptable for intensive summer grazing to boost carrying capacity. The remaining 3,796± acres consist of well-sodded native pasture, characterized by warm- and cool-season grasses, offering reliable year-round forage. Key improvements include: Hip-Roof Barn: A well-preserved structure, perfect for calving, hay storage, or equipment housing. Garage/Equipment Shed: A 2,700 sq. ft. Cleary building for equipment or vehicle storage. Shop: A 30' x 30' metal-framed structure for tools and maintenance. Outbuildings: Several original structures in functional condition, enhancing operational flexibility. Ranch house: A 1920-built residence brimming with vintage character serves as the ranch headquarters. Livestock handling is streamlined with a modern Arrowquip squeeze chute, Scott Manufacturing alley, and durable continuous fence corrals, ensuring safe, low-stress, and efficient operations. Operational Capacity Owner-rated to support approximately 200 cow/calf pairs year-round, Sandersfeld Ranch offers operational flexibility for ranchers and revenue potential for investors. The 247± pivot-irrigated acres provide: Hay Production: High yields for winter feed or marketable surplus, enhancing cash flow. Historic yields have averaged 4-5 tons per acre. Summer Grazing: Option to rotate cattle onto irrigated fields, significantly increasing carrying capacity. Irrigation water: There is currently no pumping restrictions on the amount of irrigation water used on either pivot. Combined with the expansive native pasture, the ranch adapts to varying weather and market conditions, ensuring resilience and profitability. Investors benefit from the property's proven agricultural output, while ranchers gain a scalable, efficient operation. *Carrying capacity can vary due to weather conditions and management practices. Potential buyers are advised to consult their experts to make their own analysis of the property* Water Resources Water is a cornerstone of Sandersfeld Ranch's productivity: This ranch sits directly on top of the Ogallal Aquifer in Morrill and Box Butte County Nebraska which is one of the largest underground freshwater sources in the world. Its vast reserves provide a reliable and sustainable water source for irrigation, making it a cornerstone of agriculture in the region. access to the Ogallala Aquifer enhances the productivity of farmland, supports consistent forage and crop growth, and ensures long-term water security for both livestock and irrigation systems adding significant value and operational resilience to any agricultural investment.