Elevated Living & Views Atop Jackson Hole’s Buttes
by Staff Writers
Jackson Hole is renowned for its natural beauty and iconic landscapes, and many of the region’s best views are enhanced from an elevated position. Properties atop the nearby buttes offer a unique living experience in an area where the rugged topography otherwise dictates that the majority of residential properties occupy the valley floor. These gently rolling butte-top properties are among some of the most desirable for homeowners for the views and privacy they afford.
In a region lauded for its vistas and iconic skyline, the properties atop these features provide breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Tetons and Gros Ventre mountain ranges. Position and sightlines from above yield unobstructed views of not only the surrounding mountains, but also often include the the Snake River corridor and the broad valley that gives the region its name.
The sense of privacy and seclusion are unrivaled among these properties. Elevated above the surroundings, they offer a respite from the buzz of the town below. Larger lot sizes and decreased density between residences further enhance these feelings, allowing homeowners to better appreciate the beauty and expansiveness of the landscape. These geographic features can also present an opportunity for stewardship and conservation, in addition to wildlife viewing. They serve as desirable habitat, with many species utilizing the features for wintering, or as a part of their migration routes.
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