Red Tractor Project

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About the Community

  • Established
  • Rural

What we do

The centerpiece of the project is the 200 acre Elk Heights Ranch.   A former dude ranch back as early as the 40’s,  the 6700 sqft lodge was newly built in 2006.   A log 4 plex guest facility was also built at the same time and is being used as Air B&B.    There is an enclosed riding arena and barn, 10 acre pasture, 60 acre private forest/trail system,  and adjoining public forest.

There is a 180 acre companion property 2 miles away that overlooks and descends down to the Yakima River Canyon and cross state trail.   It is called Yakima River Guest Ranch.

Phase 1-  Seeking 4 more steward members (5 total with founding member).   This group of like minded people will buy into the existing infrastructure on 25 acres the includes the 6700 sqft lodge and  2300 sq ft log guest house.   Each member will have exclusive use of one of four guest suites.    Each member will have access to all common areas of the ranch, forest, Yakima river recreation area, and Sunlight Waters lake front property.   Each member will have their choice of a premium building lot on 2 acres (with spacing).

Phase 2-  Elk Heights Ranch Equine Resort.    Steward members may be able to participate.    This will include an equine facility, event center, eco-cottages, and small retreat center.   Possible dining/gathering facility possibly open to public.  Tourist revenue from the equine resort will support residents of co-housing project in Phase 3.   The equine resort will focus on being in harmony with the land.

Phase 3- Create more traditional co-housing project on upper bench of 180 acre Yakima River property.

Our Vision

Create sustainable spaces in harmony with nature where people can live, work, and thrive together. Foster collaboration to protect the environment, build resilience to climate change, and inspire others to pursue an enlightened and fulfilling way of life.

Our Mission

Create sustainable spaces in harmony with nature where people can live, work, and thrive together. Foster collaboration to protect the environment, build resilience to climate change, and inspire others to pursue an enlightened and fulfilling way of life.

  • Community type
  • Cohousing
  • Ecovillage
  • Activities
  • Education
  • Services Business

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  • 4 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
  • Open to volunteers
Total
4

How to join

Steward members in Phase 1 will be able to buy a 1/5 equity stake into the project including existing infrastructure on 25 acres the includes the 6700 sqft lodge and  2300 sq ft log guest house.   Each member will have exclusive use of one of five guest suites.    Each member will have access to all common areas of the ranch, forest, Yakima river recreation area, and Sunlight Waters lake front property.   Each member will have their choice of a premium view building lot on 2 acres (with additional open spacing). A 1/5 share is $1,341,400. Can be financed at 6.5 %.

There is a rent with option to buy at $1795/month program.

Basic expectations or agreements for members

Fill out the contact page at www.RedTractorProject.com

Primary decision-making authority

  • Single Leader or Founding Couple

One person or partnership has ultimate authority.

Governance structure

  • Founder/Leader-led

Primary authority rests with the community’s founder(s) or designated leader(s).

Economic model

  • Independent Finances

Members maintain separate personal finances with minimal sharing.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • There is a one-time fee, investment, or share purchase to join the community separate from accessing housing
  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation
  • Members typically need to have their own job or other personal source of income to cover their expenses while living in the community?

Additional economic information

Join fee: Yes (amount not specified)
Monthly fees/dues: Yes (amount not specified)
Labor: Encouraged or suggested
Members with pre-existing debt: Yes

Shared resources and amenities that are accessible to everyone in the community

Common House, Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Workshop, Outbuilding(s), Outdoor Kitchen, Tractor & Farm Equipment, Gym or sports area, Internet

Frequency of communal meals

  • 1-3 times per month

Substance use culture

  • Substance use occurs primarily at celebrations or ceremonies

Property status

  • Privately owned

Property owner

  • By a single individual, couple, or Family Trust

Setting

  • Rural

Countryside locations with significant distance from urban centers.

Self-produced energy

  • Up to 33%

Energy sources used

  • Photovoltaic Solar

Self-produced food

  • Up to 33%
  • Land area size
    380 acres

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Location

  • Washington, United States

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