274 ± Acre Luxury Ranch & Hunting Estate | Butternut, WI

Bear Lake Ranch | 274.87± Acres | Northern Wisconsin Luxury Estate & Premier Hunting Ranch

There are properties. And then there
is Bear Lake Ranch. Spanning 274.87± acres in the heart of the Wisconsin
Northwoods, this extraordinary estate represents one of the most compelling
private land offerings to come to market in northern Wisconsin – a seamless
convergence of luxury living, world-class recreation, premier wildlife habitat,
and generational legacy that simply cannot be replicated.

The Custom Home – Luxury Living in the
Northwoods

At the heart of Bear Lake Ranch stands
a beautifully crafted custom-built 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence designed for
year-round comfort without compromise. Central air conditioning, a
whole-property backup generator, and a flexible den or flex room ensure that
every modern convenience is in place, while the expansive wraparound covered
deck frames panoramic views of rolling hayfields, mature timber, shimmering
ponds, and the pristine waters that define the property’s character. This is
the kind of home where the inside and outside exist in constant, effortless
conversation – and where every season brings a new reason to stay.

The Fieldstone Office – A Piece of
Northwoods History

Adding a layer of irreplaceable
character to the property is a beautifully preserved fieldstone office building
originally constructed in 1938. Whether utilized as a private remote work
retreat, guest quarters, creative studio, or simply a piece of living history
to be appreciated and maintained, this structure adds a depth of authenticity
and charm that no new construction could replicate.

Equestrian & Agricultural
Infrastructure

Bear Lake Ranch is exceptionally
well-equipped for the equestrian enthusiast, hobby farmer, or agricultural
operator. The impressive 36×71 four-stall barn features a dedicated tack room,
feed room, second-floor hay loft, and a private guest room with balcony –
offering comfortable accommodations for guests, a farm manager, or extended
family. An attached heated two-car garage serves the barn complex directly,
while a 38×65 pole building with two enclosed lean-to storage areas and garage
door access provides additional space for equipment, vehicles, implements, and
recreational gear. In addition, there is a non-heated and heated workshop at the entrance of the pole building. The property’s approximately 37 acres of productive hayfield
are already in operation, providing a working agricultural component that
complements the estate’s recreational and lifestyle offerings.

World-Class Wildlife Habitat &
Hunting

For the serious sportsman, Bear Lake
Ranch delivers at the highest level. Roughly 15 acres of established food plots
planted in corn, soybeans, and alfalfa attract and hold wildlife throughout the
year, while nearly five miles of maintained trails provide access to every
corner of the property. The diverse habitat mosaic – a combination of mature
timber, open fields, wetlands, spring-fed water, and edge cover – supports
exceptional populations of whitetail deer, black bear, elk, turkey, grouse, and
waterfowl. This is a property where record-class animals are not an aspiration
but an expectation, and where every season brings new opportunity for the
hunter, the naturalist, and the wildlife enthusiast alike.

Two Spring-Fed Lakes & Three Ponds

Water is woven throughout Bear Lake
Ranch in a way that elevates every aspect of the property. Two pristine
spring-fed lakes anchor the estate, while three additional ponds provide
habitat diversity, visual beauty, and year-round recreational opportunity.
Whether you’re casting a line at first light, watching waterfowl work into a
spread, or simply sitting on the deck as the evening light plays across the
water, the aquatic features of Bear Lake Ranch are as functional as they are
stunning.

Location & Accessibility

Situated in the heart of Northern
Wisconsin’s premier recreational corridor, Bear Lake Ranch offers the seclusion
and privacy expected of an estate of this caliber while remaining accessible to
area communities, airports, and the broader Northwoods lifestyle
infrastructure. The surrounding region – home to the Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest, world-class fishing lakes, extensive ATV and snowmobile trail
systems, and four full seasons of outdoor recreation – provides a backdrop that
amplifies the property’s already exceptional recreational appeal.

A Legacy Property Without Equal

Whether your vision is a private
family retreat, a premier hunting preserve, an equestrian estate, a
conservation investment, or a year-round luxury residence in one of the
Midwest’s most sought-after recreational markets, Bear Lake Ranch stands alone.
Properties of this scale, quality, and diversity of opportunity are
extraordinarily rare in Northern Wisconsin – and opportunities of this
magnitude do not present themselves twice.

Bear Lake Ranch. An irreplaceable
piece of the Northwoods, offered for the first time.

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Additional
Information

• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 3.5
• Finished SqFt: 3,014 ±
• Acreage: 274.87 ± Acres
• Address: 76248 Bear Lake Road, Butternut, WI 54514

About Ashland, WI

Nestled
along the southern shore of Lake Superior, Ashland, Wisconsin serves as a
gateway to some of the best outdoor recreation in the Northwoods. Surrounded by
the Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest, the area offers endless opportunities
for hunting, hiking, and exploring miles of scenic trails through mixed
hardwoods and pine. Anglers and waterfowl hunters alike are drawn to the Chequamegon Bay, known
for its exceptional fishing and stunning views of the Apostle Islands. For a
taste of local culture and adventure, the Tri-County Corridor Trail
provides year-round fun for ATV riders, snowmobilers, and cyclists—linking the
lakeshore to deep forest country. Whether you’re chasing trophy whitetail,
paddling the shoreline, or simply soaking in the wild beauty of the Northwoods,
Ashland is the perfect basecamp for an active outdoor lifestyle.