Heritage residential communities inspired by nature.

Cardinal Lands designs and operates timeless residential communities that honor the natural beauty of the American outdoors.

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Our Manifesto

We believe in building more than just structures; we create harmonious communities that honor the legacy of the land and the ecosystems we occupy.

Our vision is rooted in a deep respect for nature and the stories of those who came before us. We are dedicated to creating properties that seamlessly integrate with the natural landscape and celebrate the beauty.

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Each project presents an opportunity to work with our partners to transform land into a thriving residential community. 

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Our Services

Cardinal Lands takes projects from sourcing and capital raising through development and ongoing management. We selectively engage with partners at all phases of the project lifecycle to help bring special projects to fruition. Through our thoughtful and holistic lens, we establish landmark properties inspired by nature and built to have a lasting impact. 

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Capital
Capital

Sourcing and Capital

Cardinal Lands engages its network in the outdoor leisure ecosystem to source off-market development opportunities, which it selectively executes as a sponsor. For existing projects and sponsors, Cardinal Lands will tap its network to facilitate access to debt, equity and other creative capital solutions.

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PLACEMAKING
PLACEMAKING

Master Planning, Design, and Development

With a proven track record of bringing world class Land Planners, Architects, Landscape Architects, Interior Designers, and Brand Builders to the table, we offer Development Management and Technical Services Advisory services to pave the way for a seamless transition from project ideation to execution.

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Marketing
Marketing

Branding, Marketing, and Sales

With access to a breadth of leading creative professionals and deeply rooted media relationships, Cardinal Lands develops the visual identity of the projects it supports to enhance storytelling to the people who will ultimately call our communities home. We partner with and oversee leading residential brokerage partners, introducing best practices to captivate our target audiences.

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Management
Management

Private Community Management

Cardinal Lands assists with the creation of HOA governing documents, managing the transition of ownership from the developer to the HOA, and ongoing HOA management. Cardinal Lands also delivers exclusive Rental Program services to homeowners with a turnkey “lock-and-leave” program to rent their home while away.

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Our portfolio reflects the vision and appreciation we have for the places we have the privilege of stewarding. 

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Select Works

2023-Present

Aspects

Big Sky, MT

Capital, Placemaking, Branding, Management

Aspects is a 6-acre natural retreat offering mountain modern homes surrounded by native Montanan landscaping with secluded gathering spaces, a year-round sauna, and community library. Aspects is Phase I of a branded residential community, located within a 75-acre mixed-use development project adjacent to the Gallatin River and a short drive to Town Center, Big Sky Resort, and Yellowstone National Park

2023-Present

Sandhill

Bozeman, MT

Capital, Design, Development, Branding, Management

Sandhill is an expansive 160-acre residential community poised to offer 34 generously sized single-family lots, providing residents with exclusive access to world-class hiking and biking trails while treating them to breathtaking vistas of the Bridge Range.

2023-Present

Ski Hill Road

Driggs, ID

Capital, Design & Development, Branding, Management

Ski Hill Road is Teton Valley’s preeminent luxury townhome community designed to provide residents seamless access to Teton Valley and its plethora of outdoor activities. The community boasts turn-key homes with private outdoor spaces and landscaped grounds revealing saunas, hot tubs, and outdoor gathering spaces open to all residents.

We are operators and investors on the forefront of defining how we live in, visit, and interact with nature’s greatest gifts. 

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Team

Albert C. Nichols

Partner

Albert leads strategy for master planning and design, brand marketing and sales, and private community management.

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Bryan Dunn

Partner

Bryan leads deal sourcing, capital markets, real estate development, and other investment centric initiatives.

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Community and reverence for the environment are at the center of everything we build.

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Core Values

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Stewardship Through Ownership

At the core of our work is the idea that by taking on a project our communities can not only coexist with the environment but help steward the preservation and appreciation of our natural landscapes.

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Tradition Starts with Intent

Lasting community experiences and places that inspire for generations are built on the foundation of intentional designs that foster the experiences which celebrate the rich traditions of the American outdoors.

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People Make the Place

The essence of community lies in the people who inhabit places and take care of them. Our residents, team, and partners are integral to our hospitality and community forward approach to setting the table for extraordinary memories.

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Devotion to Craftsmanship

A dedication to quality and artistry runs deep through our work and is paired with commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. This devotion to hone our craft is integral to creating environments that are as beautiful as they are enduring.