Trent came to Hall and Hall in the spring of 2003 after spending eight years with The Idaho Nature Conservancy where, as Lands Program Director, he was responsible for overseeing the chapter’s real estate activity around the state. Trent also served as the Conservancy’s field representative for central Idaho where he worked with local communities and landowners to preserve working ranchlands and resolve natural resource conflicts. He became a partner of Hall and Hall in March 2004 and holds real estate licenses in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Nevada, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. A native of Virginia, Trent graduated from Woodberry Forest School and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Hampden-Sydney College. Trent and his wife, Cecile, moved west to Idaho in 1994. Enjoyment of the outdoors is evident in Trent’s dedication to fly-fishing and upland bird hunting. Trent maintains strong ties to the southeast and is a trustee of The Duke Endowment based in Charlotte, NC and a committee member of the Josiah Charles Trent Memorial Foundation in Durham, NC. He is a current board member of the Idaho Rural Health Association and past president of the board of directors for the Wood River Land Trust and was an original board member of the Blaine County Land, Water, and Wildlife Program. Trent and Cecile have two children, a son Parker and a daughter Airey.
Developed by an avid waterfowl hunter and outdoorsman, this turn-key property offers a rare opportunity to immediately enjoy all aspects of a riverfront retreat. Situated on 26± rolling acres just outside of the historic agricultural community of Glenns Ferry, the property features an impressive 1,700± feet of Snake River frontage and it includes all the equipment and accoutrements necessary to take advantage of miles of river for watersports, world-class waterfowl hunting, wildlife viewing, and fishing for bass, trout, and sturgeon. Well-suited as either a seasonal recreational retreat, full-time riverfront estate, or small-scale farming and equestrian operation, the property is highlighted by a complete set of residential and ranch improvements, including two tastefully renovated, fully furnished homes that overlook the river and boast high-quality finishes and top-end appliances. Additional structures include a drive-through boat and RV storage building with double overhead doors, several multi-purpose buildings, a three-stall barn, and two equipment/hay storage sheds. A state-permitted boat launch, complete with a floating dock, provides convenient access to the river for all types of water-related activities. Approximately 18 acres of the property are planted to corn and irrigated by a center pivot and multiple automatic big gun sprinklers. Under the owner’s management, flights of ducks and geese, along with a resident herd of mule deer, are regular visitors to the property’s well-tended fields. Rounding out the offering is an extensive list of personal property that makes Snake River Retreat a fully equipped homestead ready for the next owner’s immediate enjoyment. Personal property items include home furnishings, vehicles, farm and ranch equipment, custom-made duck boats, UTVs, assorted trailers, and hunting and fishing gear. The property is conveniently located an hour from Boise and Twin Falls via Interstate 84 and an hour and a half from the all-season resort community of Sun Valley.
Snake River Retreat is a thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained riverfront homestead highlighted by 1,700± feet of Snake River shoreline. A private, permitted boat launch with an accompanying floating dock offers access to miles of boating, watersports, wildlife viewing, fishing, and world-class waterfowl hunting.
Enhancing the appeal of Snake River Retreat is a complete set of residential and ranch improvements. These include two tastefully renovated and fully furnished homes that overlook the river, a drive-through boat and RV storage building with double overhead doors, several multi-purpose buildings, a three-stall barn, and two covered equipment storage sheds.
The property is fronted by East Cleveland Avenue, a paved, year-round county road that provides convenient access to downtown Glenns Ferry as well as to Interstate 84 and US Highway 30. Most of the property and its improvements are located east of the road and adjacent to the river, while approximately two acres lie across the road from the main entrance to the property. These two acres are comprised of contiguous one-acre lots that are irrigated and home to an equipment/hay storage shed and two multi-purpose storage buildings. Depending on a new owner’s vision, the lots could be retained and kept as they are, utilized for additional purposes, such as developing a riding arena or horse barn, or even sold separately from the property.
Blending comfort, style, and functionality, Snake River Retreat is a turnkey recreational and lifestyle property suitable for year-round living or as a part-time escape from a busier life elsewhere. The property is highlighted by an impressive 1,700± feet of river frontage, providing miles of access up and down the Snake for hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, and watersports. Comprised of five independent lots of record, the property offers significant ownership and development flexibility. With extensive personal property included in the sale, the new owner will be able to start using and enjoying Snake River Retreat right away. Convenient access to nearby regional communities, including Boise and Sun Valley, rounds out this exceptional offering.
Snake River Retreat is located in southern Idaho next to the farming and ranching community of Glenns Ferry and midway between the state capital of Boise and the regional commercial center of Twin Falls. The property is easily accessible via paved roads from both Interstate 84 and US Highway 30. The small city of Mountain Home, the county seat for Elmore County and home to Mountain Home Airforce Base, is twenty minutes to the west. Boise, approximately an hour’s drive northwest of the property, features Idaho’s largest airport with a range of commercial flight options to major cities across the country. Magic Valley Regional Airport outside of Twin Falls offers daily air service to and from Salt Lake City on Delta/SkyWest. The airport also hosts a fixed-base operation equipped to manage private aircraft of any size. The well-known resort community of Ketchum/Sun Valley and its commercial airport and fixed-based operation are located an hour and a half north of the property. Glenns Ferry is home to a 3,056-foot by 60-foot lighted, asphalt runway capable of accommodating larger twin-engine aircraft.
Situated on the north bank of the Snake River, Glenns Ferry is a small but vibrant riverfront community with a population of approximately 1,300 residents. The town boasts a rich history that dates to the mid-19th century and a modern economy firmly rooted in agriculture and supported by tourism and local businesses.
The area was originally inhabited by semi-nomadic Native American tribes, including the Shoshone and Bannock, who moved regularly based on food sources and weather conditions. The Snake was an important destination for tribal groups, who spent winters in the river’s sheltered bottomlands and summers fishing for migrating salmon. European settlers began to arrive in the 1860s following the Oregon Trail. The town of Glenns Ferry was named for a ferry service established by Gustavus Glenn in 1869. The ferry not only reduced the distance to Fort Boise, a key layover and trading post, but it replaced one of the most challenging river crossings along the Oregon Trail, known as Three Island Crossing, located about two miles downstream of modern-day Glenns Ferry. In 1971, the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation established Three Island Crossing State Park on the site of the crossing. The park draws numerous visitors throughout the year and features a visitor’s center with interpretive displays, a campground, walking trails, and picnic sites.
Boise, located an hour northwest of Snake River Retreat, is Idaho’s largest city, with a population of around 225,000, and the fourth largest in the Northwest. Boise is a vibrant, fast-growing city recognized for its high-tech industry, abundant parks and trails, excellent hospitals, and Boise State University, among the Intermountain West’s most respected academic institutions. Twin Falls, with a population of approximately 55,000, is an hour’s drive southwest of the property and provides a full suite of commercial and retail services. The famous mountain resort of Ketchum/Sun Valley is an easy 90-minute drive north of the property and offers a host of summer and winter activities, including golf, hiking, cycling, and world-class downhill and Nordic skiing. One also finds numerous gourmet restaurants, art galleries, shopping opportunities, and cultural events to enjoy.
The elevation of the property is approximately 2,550 feet above sea level. The local climate is best described as semi-arid, with over 200 sunny days a year and total annual precipitation of approximately 10 inches, including average snowfall of five inches. Summers are hot and dry with temperatures reaching into the mid-90s during July and August. Winters are mild with an average daytime high for November through February of 48 degrees. The average low for the same period is 25 degrees.
Snake River Retreat consists of five independent lots of record totaling 26± acres per the Elmore County assessor.
Personal Property
Snake River Retreat is offered in complete “turnkey” condition with extensive personal property, ensuring that the next owner can begin using and enjoying the property on day one. Personal items include furnishings, vehicles, farm and ranch machinery, UTVs, lawn equipment, trailers, duck boats, motorcycles, tools, and hunting and fishing equipment. For a complete list of personal property, please contact the broker.
Main Residence
Located in a shaded setting at the south end of the property, the primary residence is an understated yet tastefully renovated single-story farmhouse encompassing approximately 3,500 square feet and originally built in the mid-1960s. The home features large windows that flood the interior with natural light and provide sweeping views of the river and nearby farms, and foothills.
Inside, the residence includes a spacious master bedroom and bathroom with a walk-in closet and two guest rooms that share a well-appointed bathroom. The full-sized, gourmet kitchen is well-suited for entertaining and equipped with custom stainless-steel countertops and high-end appliances, including a Wolf range and Subzero refrigerator. The large living room features a dining area and a wood-burning fireplace, while a separate den/library offers additional space with its own wood-burning fireplace. A laundry room with a half-bathroom adds to the home's functionality.
Thoughtfully designed with custom finishes, cabinetry, and woodwork, including red oak wood floors, the home exudes charm and quality craftsmanship throughout. Outdoor patio space enhances the living experience, and a two-car attached garage is conveniently accessed through the laundry room. Additionally, a detached workshop and all-purpose building sits next to the residence and houses UTVs and the owner’s hunting gear and equipment.
Guest Residence
This second home, ideally suited for family, guests, or even a property caretaker, is situated near the river at the north end of the property and accessible via a secondary entrance. This fully renovated home offers approximately 1,740 square feet of living space, complemented by an attached garage and storage room of about 500 square feet.
The main portion of the guest residence features a well-appointed kitchen, a comfortable living room, and three bedrooms that share a bathroom. Accessed from the garage is a separate bedroom suite complete with its own small kitchenette and bathroom, offering additional privacy and living space. A large deck overlooks the Snake, making it the ideal spot to enjoy a cup of coffee while watching the sunrise and scanning for ducks and geese along the river corridor.
Both residences are serviced by underground utilities, municipal water from the city of Glenns Ferry, in-ground septic systems, high-speed cable internet from Rural Telecom Inc., and cellular phone connections. The majority of the property is fenced with attractive steel pipe fencing, and electronic gates are situated at the entrances to both residences.
Other Buildings
Snake River Retreat features several additional structures that support recreational and agricultural uses and contribute to the property’s overall functionality. Located adjacent to the boat launch is a 30± foot by 50± foot boat and RV storage building built in 2020. This heated and insulated building features durable metal construction, a concrete floor, and double overhead doors on both ends that measures 12± feet by 10± feet. Just north of the main residence is a 1,300± square-foot horse and feeder barn currently used for storage and an adjacent 60±foot by 16± foot covered equipment and hay shed. Across East Cleveland Avenue, there is a second covered equipment and hay shed (approximately 60 feet by 30 feet) as well as two utility buildings used primarily to store irrigation parts and equipment.
All mineral and subsurface rights owned by the seller will transfer to the new owner at closing.
Annual Elmore County property taxes are approximately $10,130.
Located in the most prolific portion of the Pacific Flyway, near the duck hunting mecca of Hagerman, Idaho, this section of the Snake River is widely regarded as the pinnacle of waterfowl hunting in the western United States. Beginning in early November, countless numbers of ducks and geese migrate from the north to this relatively obscure part of the country, drawn by the region’s mild climate and year-round open water. Mallards are the predominant duck species here, and hunters enjoy a seven-bird limit and lengthy four-month season that runs through the end of January. Canada geese are also prolific and have a five-bird daily limit. The current owner is an avid waterfowl hunter and typically hunts the property from either a blind set up on the river or in the corn fields adjacent to the main residence. Additionally, the property provides access to miles of river with any number of excellent hunting spots. The sale of the property includes the owner’s two custom-made aluminum duck boats, which are perfectly suited for transporting hunters, dogs, and gear while navigating the large waters of the Snake safely.
Along with abundant waterfowl, the area around Snake River Retreat offers excellent upland bird hunting, with robust populations of quail, pheasant, chukar, and gray partridge. In addition, the river’s deep runs, rock ledges, and shallow, sandy flats provide outstanding mixed-bag fishing for trout, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, catfish, carp, and even sturgeon that can grow to over ten feet in length. The fishing on this section of the Snake is largely overlooked by the public, so anglers tend to enjoy the river in solitude.
Beyond powerboating, the river can be explored through non-motorized means as well. Launching a canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard from the property is a delightful way to spend a summer day, resulting in a peaceful experience on the water. In addition to the owner’s two duck boats, multiple flatwater touring, fishing, and hunting kayaks are included in the sale.
The owner contracts with a local farmer to plant and harvest corn on 18± acres of the property. Approximately 10 acres are irrigated under a Valley 8000 series center pivot, while the balance is irrigated with automated Big Gun sprinklers that are operated with a state-of-the-art TWIG wireless control system. This setup ensures efficient irrigation for optimal crop growth and yield.
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