Home & Property

Welcome to Home & Property of the West!

Discover the essence of Western living through inspiring homes and ranches in Cody, Wyoming. Whether exploring Cody’s real estate market or aiming to turn your living space into a stylish and welcoming retreat, the Cody Journal offers all the resources and inspiration you need.

SIGN UP FOR THE FREE
CODY JOURNAL NEWSLETTER

Plan Your Week
Stay Informed
Be Connected


We never sell your information.

Home & Property

The Antler Ranch, in Meeteetse WY

Antlers Ranch Changes Hands After 130 Years in One Family

MEETEETSE, WY, UNITED STATES, March 27, 2026 - Press Release - Antlers Ranch, one of the American West’s most significant legacy ranches, has successfully closed in a private transaction, marking a benchmark sale for Wyoming ...
Succession Planning with Park County Open Lands

Learning from Colorado’s Mistakes: Succession Planning Forum Feb. 25

The Front Range of Colorado has rapidly grown from rural land to a near-continuous city stretching from Fort Collins to Pueblo. What used to be open farm and ranch land 50 years ago has become ...
A Custom Garage Door company that is family owned in Cody WY

Faces of Cody: Lyndon Winkler-Custom Garage Door

Born and raised in Greybull, Wyoming, Lyndon is a Wyomingite through and through. One of four children, his family farmed and raised cattle. In high school he was a bareback rider and wrestler. After graduating ...
Dude Ranchers Association, Western Lifestyle, Ranching

Dude Ranchers’ Association Commemorates History with Centennial Celebration

Ranchers and Western industry advocates head into 2026 with year-long plans for an extraordinary milestone January 9, 2026 | Cody, Wyoming – 2026 has arrived and the Dude Ranchers’ Association is kindling with anticipation for ...
People on horseback at a dude ranch. Photo by Scott T. Baxter

The Dude Ranchers’ Association: A Cody Treasure

In downtown Cody, Wyoming, the Dude Ranchers' Association has its offices and a small museum on 12th Street across from the Irma Hotel. This building also serves as the office for their Dude Ranch Foundation, ...
Cowboy, Ranching, Wild West

Riding for the Brand – Not the Circus

Here in the West, "riding for the brand" means something. When cowhands sign on with an outfit, they carry that ranch's reputation everywhere they go. Their word is the brand's word. Their integrity is the ...
Thomas the Apostle Center - An Event Space Like No Other In Cody

Thomas the Apostle Center – An Event Space Like No Other In Cody

On a wind-blown hillside just east of Cody, with unobstructed views of Cedar, Rattlesnake, and Heart Mountains, there's a retreat space designed to remove distraction and focus on the spirit. Thomas the Apostle Center (TAC) ...
Zone 4 and Fabulous: Inside Cody's Hidden Garden Gems

Zone 4 and Fabulous: Inside Cody’s Hidden Garden Gems

Gardening in northern Wyoming is not for the faint of heart. The challenges of a short season (mid-May through late September), strong winds, low humidity, and cold winters (-30°F to -20°F - the definition of ...
Let’s talk Real Estate: Buying a Home

Let’s talk Real Estate: Buying a Home

Unlocking Your Wyoming Dream Imagine standing on the porch of your dream home, the majestic peaks of Wyoming’s mountains in the distance, or enjoying time with your friends at your relaxing backyard BBQ. Whether you’re ...
Let's Talk Real Estate: Selling a Home

Let’s Talk Real Estate: Selling a Home

Putting up a “for sale” sign in front of your house might seem like the beginning of the home sale process, but in reality, it’s only one step in the journey. Before you even decide ...
Is Your Generator Ready For Winter?

Is Your Generator Ready For Winter?

As we get ready for a harsh Winter, some of us plan to rely on our backup generators to kick on if the power goes out. But, what if your generator fails to run in ...
What to Do When Fire Comes

What to Do When Fire Comes

In light of the Clearwater Fire, now is a good time to think about what to do when fire comes knocking at your door. During 2002, I was evacuated for the Hayman Fire in Colorado ...