Heritage residential communities inspired by nature.

Through a unified investment platform, Cardinal Lands creates and manages  communities rooted in the traditions 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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Big Sky, Montana

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

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Portfolio

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

2024-Present

Teton Outing Club

Driggs, ID

Capital, placemaking, Branding, Management

Teton Valley’s preeminent luxury townhome community designed to provide residents seamless access to Teton Valley and its plethora of outdoor activities. The 30-unit, 75,000 SF community boasts turn-key homes with private outdoor spaces and landscaped grounds revealing an onsen and sauna, meetinghouse, and outdoor gathering spaces open to all residents.

2024-Present

Hastings Lane

Driggs, ID

Capital, Entitlement, Design & Development, Branding, Management

Featuring unobstructed views of the Tetons in a location directly between downtown Driggs and Grand Targhee Resort, Hastings Lane is one of a kind. Across 240 acres, a carefully designed trails and natural amenities will create a unique residential experience with seamless access to the outdoors and unparalleled outdoors activities on property.

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Our portfolio reflects the vision and appreciation we have for the places
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Process

With an exclusive focus on irreplaceable natural amenities that are geographically constrained, Cardinal Lands leads projects from acquisition and entitlement through to ongoing operations. Through its unified investment platform, Cardinal Lands will selectively engage existing projects based on fit.

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Capital
Capital

Sourcing and Investment

We partner with long-term, thoughtful capital partners to source and acquire iconic property in special places. Our principals invest meaningfully alongside our partners to ensure deep alignment from acquisition through sales and marketing and long-term management.

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Placemaking
Placemaking

Master Planning, Design, and Development

We transform land into lasting communities through thoughtful entitlement, planning, and design. Every project begins with a deep study of the place - its ecology, history, and cultural context. From there, we collaborate with leading architects, engineers, and local partners to craft a built environment that reflects the character of its surroundings and the values of future residents.

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Marketing

Branding, Sales & Marketing

We introduce communities to the world through an authentic, locally-rooted lens, positioning each offering to resonate with today's lifestyle-oriented buyer. Our approach blends brand storytelling, strategic partnerships, and tailored sales programs to create demand and drive absorption. Each campaign is rooted in a clear narrative and supported by both on-the-ground and digital efforts.

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Management

Management Services

We operate our communities with a long-term mindset, preserving design integrity and delivering a seamless ownership experience. Our management platform provides curated amenities, local experiences, rental oversight, and property management - all designed to foster a sense of belonging, enhance property values, and ensure that each neighborhood endures as a place its members are proud to call home.

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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

Managing Partner

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

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Bryan Dunn

Managing Partner

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

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Reverence for our environment and the people we work with is at the center of everything we build.

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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.