Land for Auction in Cassoday, Kansas

"If you want to have your breath taken away, go to the Rocky Mountains or the Grand Canyon; if you want a chance to catch your breath, come to the Flint Hills"- Jim Hoy, 2016 Kansan of the Year These are enlightening words spoken by our dear friend and a master of his craft. Jim Hoy has been described by his peers as "the best friend the Flint Hills ever had" and the "scion of generations of Flint Hills ranching stock". Jim Hoy was truly the best friend the Flint Hills ever had. He was also a beloved author by the readers of his literary masterpieces describing the Flint Hills and the cowboy culture, an adored husband, father and grandfather, a lifetime student and teacher and a friend to thousands of loved ones, pupils and complete strangers. He was so gifted at lending an attentive ear and providing wise counsel to those who sought it. There aren't nearly enough people like Jim Hoy. As a big fan of his writings and of his family, the opportunity to represent their interests with the offering of this spectacular Flint Hills land is an extra-special endeavor. I have memories that will last my lifetime of riding in a truck with Jim through the Flint Hills, being able to absorb his wisdom and stories that made an indelible impression. We tip our hats to a man of the finest caliber and one who's work, stewardship and gracious willingness to share, will continue to echo through the Flint Hills for generations. The time has come to turn the page and this breath-catching land will move along to its next chapter. Located just west of Cassoday, Kansas in the heart of the Flint Hills, this offering includes land that has been in the caring hands of the Hoy family for over 100 years and is inclusive of the home where Jim spent his formative years. We are presenting these parcels to the public via live auction with an online option to bid as well. The live auction will be held June 11th, 2026 at the El Dorado Civic Center located at 220 E. 1st Avenue in El Dorado, Kansas. The live auction will begin at 6:00 P.M. Online bids can be placed both in advance and during the live auction. The land is being offered in three tracts ranging in size from 160 +/- acres to 326+/- acres and all tracts sell subject to a perpetual Conservation Easement of which a copy can be found in the "Related Documents" section of this listing on our website. Please be advised that there are "carve outs" on each of the three tracts that are not subject to the terms of the Conservation Easement. These are the areas on Tracts 2 and 3 where the residences are located and there is one on Tract 1 as well. You can locate these "carve outs" within the maps contained in "Exhibit B" of the Conservation Easement. These properties will appeal to a diverse audience, whether you're in the cattle business, a hunter, looking for a home in the country or just want to own a unique part of the Flint Hills as an escape and an investment in your mental health. For the cattle operator, the productive appeal of these tracts is obvious and self-evident, featuring inherent attributes that have made the Flint Hills the legendary location that draws hundreds of thousands of summer grazing cattle from points all across the United States. The robust and resilient native grass varieties inhabiting Tracts 2 and 3 are the envy of beef producers nationwide and this is your opportunity to own a very special piece of it. Tract 1 will be appreciated by both the cow/calf operator and the hunter with traits suited for whichever you desire to pursue. Tract 2 totals 326 acres more or less, containing a residence, outbuildings and land that stretches between Satchell Creek Rd. on the west and Highway 177 and I-35 on the east. The residence is currently occupied and would fit well as either a headquarters for cattle operations or to house an onsite employee. The home was constructed in 1945 totaling 1,440 square feet of living area consisting of 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. This is an older hom