Utah County is one of the most family-friendly areas in the state. From established communities like Provo and Orem to rapidly growing areas like Saratoga Springs and Eagle Mountain, there’s something for everybody here. Utah County is home to Brigham Young University and Utah Valley University, as well as many of the top public elementary and secondary schools in the state. You’ll find many of the top ski-areas in Utah within an hour’s drive of Utah County, including the world-famous Sundance resort, which is owned by actor Robert Redford. You’ll also find a number of outdoor activities like hiking, biking or even boating on Utah Lake. There are cultural activities galore, including museums and live theater. In the summer you’ll find a number of festivals and celebrations, including BYU’s “Stadium of Fire” on Independence Day. Forbes magazine has ranked Utah the No. 1 state for business four out of the last five years. Salt Lake County is the home of the NBA’s Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake of the MLS, University of Utah Pac-12 athletics and was the host of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games.
Major price reduction This is one of the best deals in Utah. Priced at half the cost to build. Located at the end of Hobble Creek Canyon, this incredible 50,738 square foot home is situated on a bluff with jaw-dropping views of the Wasatch Mountains. The scale of the home and the quality of the finish work are as stunning as the views. This is immediately evident as you walk in the front door and first see the grand entry with over 20′ ceilings, a massive chandelier, and elegant dual staircases. Just behind that is a formal living room with exquisite detail and spectacular views. From the huge master suite to the five guest suites, everything maintains this same level of luxury. The home is built for entertaining. The property boasts a resort-style swimming pool with a waterslide, waterfall, lazy river, rope swing, hot tub, children′s area, and kitchen. There is a basketball court, two-lane bowling alley, 27 seat theater room, sauna, exercise room, game room, children′s play room with a pirate ship and slide, and an area designed for a shooting range. This property would be ideal for a primary residence, vacation home, or a corporate retreat. With 156 acres, this is also ideal horse property. Hobble Creek Canyon offers fantastic recreational opportunities from one of the top public golf courses in Utah to hiking, biking, camping, hunting, horseback riding, numerous ATV and off-road trails, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing areas. The home is only 30 minutes from a private airport and just over an hour from Salt Lake City.