CLB Architects designed this striking ranch house with a barn and stables on a sprawling 35-acre property in Jackson, a town in Teton County, Wyoming. Positioned along a grove of cottonwood and aspen trees that occupy the former riverbed of the Snake River.

The design of this home was inspired by the site’s history as a working cattle ranch, which includes 100-year-old irrigation ditches, remnants of a 19th-century trapper’s cabin, corrals, and game trails (seasonally frequented by 400+ head of elk) that crisscross the ranch property.

The homeowner’s choice of site was influenced by their appreciation of wildlife and conservation as well as their love of horses and desire to return the land to its historic roots as a working ranch with livestock and hay production.

The barn, corral, and pastures are set in close proximity to the house to ensure that the horses have a continual visual presence. The neighborhood has convenient access to miles of private riding trails, with access to the Snake River and the Grand Teton National Park.

The low-slung, three-bedroom dwelling gradually rises from the meadow, capped by a compact second-story housing the owner’s bedroom suite and an office suite with access to a rooftop deck. The long, low slope of the roof is structured with a cross-laminated timber (CLT) roof system.

The deep overhang provides shade for an outdoor dining terrace that captures magnificent views of the Teton Mountains to the west and the Gros Ventre Range to the east. Deliberately composed exterior spaces wrap the perimeter of the building, enabling access to the panoramic views and one’s preference for sun or shade throughout the day.

House and barn are defined by elemental forms and materials that nod to the site’s past. The home’s L-shaped plan separates the main living spaces—living, dining, kitchen, den, and owner’s bedroom—from secondary areas including guest quarters, gym, sauna, and laundry room. Living areas on the ground floor open to sheltered outdoor areas that include a fire pit, pizza oven, and a stand of Aspen trees.

Throughout the long side of the “L,” views are framed of iconic Sheep Mountain (AKA Sleeping Indian). A material palette of dark-stained cedar, steel, and board-formed concrete defines the exterior of the structures.

Inside, white oak and polished concrete floors, custom steel, and walnut millwork establish a grounded, earthy sense of warmth.

What We Love: This spectacular dwelling features meticulous attention to detail throughout with a durable material palette and expansive walls of glazing framing peaceful mountain views. Allowing the horses to roam the property where they have a constant visual presence is a wonderful feature for these horse-enthusiast homeowners. We are also loving all the fireplaces in this home, perfect for warmth and ambiance during the long winter months.

Tell Us: What details of this Wyoming ranch house design do you like most? Is there anything you would change? Let us know in the Comments below!

Note: Have a look at a couple of other amazing home tours that we have featured here on One Kindesign in the state of Wyoming: Jackson Hole retreat designed to take advantage of mountainous landscape and Elegant mountain home has stunning views of the Teton mountain range.

New topsoil and native seeding were added to restore the land and the newly planted bosque of aspen trees introduce shade and establish a sense of placemaking. Ultimately, this legacy project helps the owners return to their equestrian roots and bring the historic ranch into the future.

PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott | Matthew Millman