Jason D. Woodward

Located just south of Lake Creek on the west side of the Moose Wilson Road are the nearly 32 acres of Lake Creek Acres III Subdivision. Eight homes sit on 3-acre land parcels and range from modest to high-end. Most have excellent views of the front range of the Tetons. Mature groves of trees provide both protection from the elements and privacy from other homes. All three Lake Creek subdivisions are favorites for second home buyers.

Originally, the Lake Creek Acres III subdivision was part of a 160 acre USA patent to John S. Brosfield in 1908. The land was transferred to several owners before the Lake Creek Land and Cattle Company and A. Hugh Livingston began development of the subdivision.

As of March 1994, all eight lots were sold. Since then, most of the homes have been gutted and remodeled making the subdivision increasingly desirable.

Lake Creek Acres II Subdivision, the second filing completed by A. Hugh Livingston, offers unique ownership opportunities for residents who appreciate an active lifestyle. With private Snake River access, pastures, creeks for fishing, and walking trails, it truly defines the spirit of Jackson Hole.

The subdivision was originally divided into 18 lots of 1.5 acres each, a large central common area, and perimeter common ground. The master plan completed in 1978 emphasized open space with small, single story "ranch" style homes. The lots originally sold from $30,000 to $50,000. As of March 1994, all lots had been sold (some several times). Fifteen of the lots were improved, and three were left as is.

The land of Lake Creek Acres II Subdivision was originally part of an original USA patent to George L. Everett in 1912. The land passed on by administrative deed to Julia Platt Matthews in 1925 and to M.R. Yokel in 1929. Yokel sold 160 acres to Stanley Burnett Resor in 1938. Resor and the Snake River Associates transferred the land to Lee D. Butler in 1977. It was subsequently donated to the National Symphony Orchestra Association. Late in 1978, the land was finally transferred to Lake Creek Acres II, a joint venture.

Located north of the Aspens Racquet Club Resort, Lake Creek Acres is a beautiful collection of subdivisions that sits amongst groves of Cottonwood and Aspen trees. With a variety of high-end and mid-range homes, the development is particularly popular because of its close proximity to the Jackson Hole Ski Resort. In the summer, residents enjoy biking and hiking on the Wilson/Teton Village trail system which connects with the subdivision. The community is also close to many other amenities such as a grocery store, the Racquet Club and Teton Pines Resort.

The developer of Lake Creek Acres was A. Hugh Livingston, who worked with both landowners and financial investors. He built and lived in a "dome" house within the subdivision. Livingston eventually subdivided the property along with Hunter L. Scott and Mary C. Scott, the property owners; and James D. Brunk, a Wyoming native and attorney. The lots, which were all originally part of John Dodge Homestead, have subsequently transferred to new owners.

Conveniently located near Grand Teton National Park, the Town of Jackson and the airport, Jackson Hole Golf Creek Ranch has established itself as one of Jackson Hole’s premier condominium communities. Bob Corbett, an architect and former Jackson Hole resident, developed Golf Creek Ranch. He’s better known as the designer of the Grand Teton Music Festival Hall, also known as the Walk Festival Hall. The 25 Golf Creek Ranch Condominiums are situated on Lot 39, Third Filing, Jackson Hold Golf and Tennis Estates. Built in 1978-9, the community consists of two, three, and four bedroom units that are usually sold furnished. Homeowner’s fees are paid quarterly and include water, sewer, garbage pickup, exterior maintenance, of the buildings and grounds, and cable television hookup. Because Golf Creek Ranch condominiums were originally constructed for summer use, their construction employs 2x4 walls and minimum insulation. However, some homeowners have taken the necessary steps to ensure that their units are more winter-worthy.