Cherokee Ranch

Cherokee Ranch is a large property in Douglas County comprising primarily grassland with numerous structures and a distinctive residence. The layout includes various buildings used for operations and living, spread across an extensive rural area.

The property was established in 1868 when early settlement began along a local creek with farming activities shaping the area. It developed over decades into a substantial ranch operation with additional structures and improvements.

The property reflects ranching traditions that have shaped life here across generations and remain visible in daily work. How the land is used and managed today shows practices rooted in long-standing local ways.

The property sits on both sides of a main highway and is accessible to visitors through organized tours. You should expect to walk considerable distances across the grounds.

The main house, built between 1926 and 1928, draws inspiration from medieval Scottish fortress design in its architecture. This unusual choice gives the property a striking and unexpected character.