At Rocky Ledge Estates, we present an extraordinary chance to invest in eight private resort homes located near the breathtaking Burney Falls—a 129-foot waterfall in McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park that President Theodore Roosevelt famously called the 'Eighth Wonder of the World.' Nestled in one of the most stunning locales found anywhere on this planet, Burney Falls—along with the entire Upper Sacramento River Watershed—is an irreplaceable asset of both extraordinary natural beauty and astonishing long-term wealth-generation potential for our future family.

The Significance of Burney Falls: A Natural Wonder

Shasta County, California, is home to the astonishing 129-foot Burney Falls, which feeds it from underground springs that deliver an unfaltering flow of 100 million gallons per day. This consistent flow makes the midsummer appearance of the waterfall all the more curious and captivating. President Theodore Roosevelt didn't mince words when he declared it the Eighth Wonder of the World. He didn't say that, you know, "most people would call it exceptionally beautiful and that it has some kind of rare geological features," and then walk away. He also gave us our national parks, including Shasta Trinity National Park with 2.2M acres as our backyard!

What makes Burney Falls truly exceptional is its rarity. Only two other waterfalls in the world can claim year-round flow and a National Natural Landmark appearance: Niagara Falls and Iguazú Falls. That means Burney Falls has a reliable, consistent, and, quite frankly, kind of über-rarity water feature. Burney Falls is much more like the top-end options among waterfall types: big volume, and now a National Natural Landmark. And over half a million visitors flock to it at a rate that's not stopping anytime soon.

Water: The New Oil, Liquid Gold for Life

Today, water is increasingly acknowledged as the "new oil"—often referred to as Black Gold for its economic worth and Liquid Gold for its vital function in maintaining life. Unlike oil, water is one-of-a-kind, a must for drinking, agriculture, and ecosystems. Burney Falls, with its daily flow of 100 million gallons, is a prime example of this resource. Formed by volcanic activity, its underground springs, even in a drought-ridden California as seen during 2021-2022, supply such a steady and reliable flow that the weakened waterworks of other, once-reliable, nearby waterfalls and lakes dried up. Nearby Lake Britton is a rare sight with consistently “filled to the top shorelines”. 

Having property close to Burney Falls lets you capitalize on this remarkably beautiful and special place. You can hardly call it a mere "resource"; it is really a gift of nature, sculpted over millennia, with the falls as the crowning moment. Our eight private homes at Rocky Ledge Estates, which we rent out, are perched on the edge with unimaginably memorable horse rides to the falls. The area’s natural water abundance—rivers, lakes, and rainfall—greatly enhances the value of any property here, far beyond what you would get for an equivalent piece of property almost anywhere else. And that right there is one of the big reasons for owning here: to build a legacy of wealth for your children and grandchildren. The weather is like Rome with four seasons for fun!

Generational Wealth Near Burney Falls: A Legacy for Heirs

Investing in Rocky Ledge Estates means securing a legacy that extends far beyond financial returns. Our Limited Partnership (LP) strategy, potentially funded through a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA), allows our families to share ownership of eight luxury estates, each accommodating up to 16 guests for unforgettable and affordable vacations filled with equestrian adventures and outdoor exploration near Burney Falls.

By splitting one short-term rental contract among four families (with a one-week minimum stay), we maximize bookings, generating up to $2.7 million annually with 384 contracts. And this example requires each of the four families to pay only $2,300 for a one-week vacation when they drive here. Our rates will increase, and our long-term strategy is to focus on the MICE industry, where our fees are a tax deduction for the business. And, this strategy boosts Luxury Home Exchange and ThirdHome barter points, enabling owners to trade for stays at the world’s top luxury properties, tax-free, enhancing their family vacations while strengthening bonds.

The LP structure, overseen by our custom constitution, guarantees smooth generational transition without the traditional real estate problems of probate and trust issues. Corporate Services of Nevada handles all compliance matters, including protection of the all-important corporate veil. That safeguards your family members from personal liability.

Paid staff—"a team of professionals whose services rival any resort in the nation"—handle operations for the LP. They're your concierge, your CPA, your resort managers. They're the reason you don't have to actively manage the LP, the resort, or your family's operations therein. Our heirs promote their inheritance as a paid job and save on their taxes too.

A Safe Haven: Protection from Nuclear Fallout

In addition to its natural beauty and financial benefits, the Burney Falls area has a rare advantage: likely protection from the radioactive fallout of a nuclear war.

Unlike urban centers or bunker-based shelters, the remote location of McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, in the Cascade foothills, keeps you far from the blast and, more importantly, from the fallout carried by the prevailing winds. And without the fallout, the dense forests, volcanic basalt, and abundant water make the park a much safer place to be than almost anywhere else in the continental United States.

Ahjumawi: “Where the Water Begins”

The area around Burney Falls possesses cultural importance, and it has been named by the Pit River Indian Tribe as Ahjumawi, or 'where the water begins.' For millennia, the Ahjumawi people have cherished this region, and its folklore says the first humans were created at the falls, for the beauty of its abundant and accessible resources: strikingly clear streams, a bucolic landscape of trees, meadows, and gently rolling hills, and the Falls themselves. Imagine riding a horse to the falls, on the Great Shasta Rail Trail, and Mt. Shasta can be seen in the distance. 

Why Choose Rocky Ledge Estates?

At Rocky Ledge Estates, we have an investment model that merges the three components of luxury, financial returns, and strategic foresight. In each or our eight estates, we strive to match financial success with high-quality estate-style living that makes sharp design and luxury finishes part of the daily experience. That's just part of the story, though, because we also drive financial yields that go far beyond the norm.

Increased Bookings: When 16 guests share a single rental contract (1-week minimum) with four families, it adds to The Third Home's booking numbers and enhances its barter currency. This is good for groups and families with shared contracts who enjoy better vacations with friends and family. They each pay less, get more, and our significant values motivates the online reservation process. 

Tax Perks: Earn the designation as a Real Estate Professional to access and use deductions. Enjoy tax-free exchanges using ThirdHome.

The LP structure guarantees the unobstructed passage of wealth from one generation to the next, avoiding the real estate issues that usually hold up such transfers with triggered title changes that always result in higher taxes, capital gains, and escrow fees and commissions. Buy and hold the asset in the LP, and sell that equity if you must. 

Safety and Secrecy: Choosing a place as remote as the area around Burney Falls near the top of California's Sierra Nevada mountains offers much in the way of protection—both from exposure to something like nuclear fallout and from would-be assailants. Water from the falls makes for an inexhaustible supply of life-sustaining H2O. That's not to mention all the other trees, fish, and wildlife that just add to the appearance of an unharmed, living ecosystem.

Cultural Legacy: Link to the Ahjumawi heritage, possessing a fragment of "where the water commences." For us, this is where the “pain stops” for all our heirs!

Conclusion: Build Your Legacy Today

Burney Falls, called the 'Eighth Wonder of the World,' ranks alongside the calls of nature, as one of the few private STR resorts in the world. It remains one of the sight and sound encounters in life that is breathtaking beyond imagination and must be experienced. Rocky Ledge Estates offers a rare opportunity to invest in one of the private neighborhoods that allow horses, mules, and mountain bikes to reach the site of the falls. This is that rare opportunity where our property is ready to build, and the community benefits as do all our heirs. 

Are you prepared to delve into this unique investment opportunity? Check out RockyLedgeEstates.com or UncleLuckyLarry.com to get the details on our terms and pave the way toward your legacy today!