Marabou Ranch is one of Steamboat Springs’ most distinctive private communities, defined by scale, access, and a collection of resident-only amenities rarely found in Northwest Colorado. Set across approximately 1,717 acres along the Elk River, Marabou blends the openness of a working ranch with a lifestyle centered on outdoor recreation, adventure, wellness, and connection.
With just 62 homes and homesites, more than seventy-five percent of the ranch remains as dedicated open space. The result is a setting that feels expansive and private, with a genuine sense of community shaped through shared amenities, guided experiences, and resident gatherings.
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Marabou Ranch offers a limited collection of custom estate residences and homesites within a thoughtfully managed, membership-driven framework. Homesites span a minimum of five acres and are positioned to preserve privacy, views, and a strong relationship to the surrounding landscape. Homes at Marabou are custom-built and guided by architectural standards that favor timeless mountain forms and materials grounded in the land.
Marabou Ranch occupies one of the most visually commanding settings in the Yampa Valley. Homes and homesites are arranged across rolling meadows and hillsides, capturing expansive views of the Steamboat Ski Area, Sleeping Giant, the Elk River corridor, and surrounding mountain ranges. Located minutes from downtown, Marabou offers a lifestyle that feels removed yet connected, with daily life centered on open space, river frontage, and private amenities that set the community apart. Just 30 minutes away, the Hayden Airport offers daily and seasonal direct flights to major urban hubs across the country.
Fly fishing on more than two miles of managed, gold-medal caliber Elk River waters reserved exclusively for residents
Equestrian facilities and riding trails, with a horse barn, arena, and pasture access
On-site Master Guides who bring every adventure to life for residents and their guests
An extensive trail network for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing
The River House Lodge, featuring gathering spaces and a gourmet kitchen that residents can use to host and entertain
A full-service fitness center, yoga studio, spa facilities, pools, and hot tubs
A private movie theater, game room, billiards room, and outfitter facilities
Exclusive use of Owners’ Cabins along the Elk River, available to owners and guests, with full kitchens, fireplaces, steam showers, and expansive decks
A private on-mountain base camp at the Steamboat Ski Area, with ski lockers, boot dryers, and owner lounge space
On-site ranch management and concierge-style services
Marabou Ranch represents a category of ownership that is increasingly rare: expansive land, private river access, guided recreation, and a genuine sense of community, all within minutes of a vibrant mountain destination. Understanding how Marabou functions as both a residential community and a long-term land holding is essential when evaluating opportunities within the ranch.
The Agency Steamboat Springs brings local insight and strategic guidance to Marabou transactions, helping clients understand not just the homes themselves, but the lifestyle, stewardship, and long-term value that define this community.
Experience a level of service that goes beyond transactions. Reach out to our dedicated team today and discover how we combine local insights with innovative solutions to create exceptional real estate experiences in The Agency Steamboat Springs.
