Where else can you practice yoga in a silo, care for your horses in heated stables, and cast your fly line into 450 feet of private river waters—all on your own estate? The answer is Stark Ranch, a 21-acre riverside retreat just outside Park City, Utah.
Designed by renowned architect Rick Brighton and listed for $10.9 million, Stark Ranch offers an incredible canvas for outdoor adventure: acres upon acres of protected open space, seven trophy trout-fed ponds, the Weber River, state-of-the-art equestrian facilities, wellness features, plus a 2024-built contemporary ranch residence that pays homage to the farm aesthetic. An agroforestry plan brings sustainable homesteading potential to life. The ranch features not just a horse barn, but a state-of-the-art equestrian facility tailored for high-end horse owners. Complete with heated stables, a warming room with a fireplace, and extensive storage for gear, "this is a dream come true for anyone passionate about the equestrian lifestyle," according to Kevin Crockett of Coldwell Banker Realty in Park City, who has co-listed the property with Bobbi Jo Wilkerson. "Legacy properties like this don’t come along often—this one offers something truly unique: exclusive water rights, pristine natural surroundings, close proximity to Park City, and a lifestyle no one else can have."
The home itself, completed in 2024 under Brighton's visionary design, is equal parts architectural showcase and indoor-outdoor living sanctuary. Designed to reinterpret agrarian forms in a contemporary way, the two-story wood, steel and glass residence sprawls across three connected structures and 6,460 square feet of living space. A barn-inspired wing houses the main living spaces; a stone-clad silo contains a dedicated yoga studio; and a glass overpass allows water to flow beneath the home, amplifying its serene, nature-focused design.
Inside, natural textures and expansive glass blur the line between indoors and out. The dramatic great room features vaulted ceilings, a sleek wood-and-concrete kitchen, and a midcentury-modern-inspired sunken living room anchored by a soaring concrete fireplace. Oversized sliding doors open to mountain views and a patio for alfresco dining, while a lofted lounge and bar overlook the space from above.
The primary suite offers stone-accented walls, vaulted ceilings, and sliding glass doors that lead to a private patio with views of the meadows and ponds. Thoughtful separation of wings ensures privacy for guests and residents alike, while every detail—indoors and out—reflects a balance of retreat and adventure.
Wellness is central here too, with the sauna, outdoor spa, and yoga studio providing restorative sanctuaries after days on the river or trails. A rock-climbing wall paired with a suspended climbing net promises to test strength, nerve and mental stamina. Seemingly, these features are Brighton's invitation to decompress while soaking up the natural beauty and freedom of the American West.
Between the wellness features, vast open landscapes, and world-class equestrian facilities, Stark Ranch brings to life Winston Churchill’s words: "The outside of a horse is good for the inside of a man." It’s a destination fit for a legacy—one that promises to restore the soul for generations to come.
