Kevin Costner’s Vacations at 160-Acre Ranch During Divorce — There Is Trap Door Leading To ‘Special’ Room

• Kevin Costner spent decades building his career in the entertainment industry.
• After years of acting, he accumulated a fortune and used some of it to build a sprawling mansion that sits on a 160-acre Aspen property.
• Sadly, Costner and his wife divorced after being married for almost two decades.

Many A-list celebrities build their dream home in the city, nearby mainstream shopping malls, and hotspots that overlook buildings. Kevin Costner, however, chose to step away from the hustle and bustle of city life and live quietly in a scenic and serene estate.

The "Yellowstone" star owns a multi-million dollar estate in Aspen, Colorado, one of America's wealthiest zip codes, where he can wake up to nature every day. Named "Aspen Independence Ranch," Costner's property would make anyone feel like they stepped into a fantasy movie.

The Property at a Glimpse

Costner's home was designed to entertain not just his family but also 34 guests who can sleep in the three different cottages within the estate. The ranch sits on a 160-acre piece of land and is surrounded by trees and water.

It also presented a calm environment for Costner's ex-wife, Christine Baumgartner, and their three kids, Grace, Hayes, and Cayden. Here's more information about the gorgeous home.

The Entrance

The property's entrance has highly secured front gates and a private drive surrounded by a forest of golden birches, leading to the main property. Several green pine trees stand by the Roaring Fork River banks that have a spectacular view of the valley.

There are also three separate homes inside the land area – the main house, the river house, and the lake house. Here's a quick look at Costner's main house which has over five bedrooms.

The Main House

The Award-winning actor's main residence can house 15 people with six bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms. It features living areas, dining rooms, entertainment rooms, a chef-style kitchen, and wide outdoor spaces.

The master bedroom was specifically designed to Costner's liking to add to its luxurious inclusions. In his master suite lies a "special part of the house" which has a "subterranean surprise," a trap door hidden by the floorboards, leading to a jacuzzi with a waterfall overlooking the river and rocky mountains.

The feature was built to suit the actor's flair for the dramatic, aside from giving him private access to the hot tub. On the other hand, the living area has gray couches surrounding a white stone fireplace. Costner's home was designed to give both family and guests a warm and welcoming feel.

The Lake House

As it's called, the lake house can house 12 people who are into watersports. According to Costner's real estate broker, Amy Mottier:

"There are two lakes on the property stocked with trophy trout, canoes, paddleboards. You can even ice fish in the winter."

The River House

Sitting on the edge of the Roaring Fork River is Costner's favorite part of the estate, the River House. It can accommodate six people and has a stunning view of the snow-capped mountains.

The property features sledding hills with lights and music for fun outdoor activities when iced. In tribute to his film, Costner also has his own "Field of Dreams," where guests can hang out and play on a vast land of grass. Primarily, it is used for the family's favorite activity, baseball.

The Property for Rent

Unlike the baseball field from "Field of Dreams," his is not surrounded by cornfields. Instead, it is fitted with stadium lighting and music. Costner's gorgeous property can be rented for corporate retreats, weddings, and special events for $36,000 a night. In fact, the actor used the property as his wedding venue when he married Baumgartner.

Starting a Family

The former couple celebrated their union in the "Silverado" star's estate in 2004. That day, the groom arrived in a fantasy-like carriage, pulled by a horse while his bride followed in a vintage pickup truck. After their vows, it was not long enough before they finally welcomed their first child, Cayden.

As a man with previous relationships, Costner was happy with four children he shared with his ex-lovers, three of whom were with his then-wife, Cindy.

Cayden is followed by a brother, Hayes, and a sister, Grace. Costner has never been more invested in his family, raising his kids in their Aspen dream home despite his initial hesitations about becoming a father to more. The emotional father once shared:

"I have played two roles in my life, one I get paid to do, which is the movies, and the other one is being a father, for which I'll be rewarded my whole life."

Their First Meeting

Costner first set his eyes on Baumgartner in the '80s, only to become acquaintances, as he was with his wife, Cindy. Years later, after his divorce, he and Baumgartner finally gave their relationship a chance.

Love was in the air as the couple dated for four years, though shortly separated from a disagreement over their future family. As a man with previous relationships, Costner was happy with the four children he shared with his ex-lovers, three of whom were with his then-wife, Cindy Silva.

"Fear kept me from marrying Christine. [She] wanted a child, but I was afraid I couldn't be an effective father," Costner previously said. Nevertheless, their love was rekindled as the actor came to terms with himself, realizing that it wasn't worth losing the most significant part of his life due to fear.

Costner was previously married to his college sweetheart, Cindy, whom he met at California State University. The pair tied the knot in 1978 and welcomed three kids, Annie, Lily, and Joe. Their marriage lasted for years, but after working together on "Dances with Wolves," they began to face marital problems.

Although they tried to save their marriage, eventually, it ended in divorce. It wasn't until years after that Costner met Baumgartner, following a relationship with Bridget Rooney, and was happy with his family for a while.

Indeed, the Academy Award-winning actor has graced the film industry with his countless portrayals of on-screen heroes. In the end, Costner is most accomplished in the pivotal role he plays in his children's lives.

Costner's Divorce

In early May 2023, news broke that Costner's wife had filed for divorce. Baumgartner cited "irreconcilable differences" in the divorce papers. A representative for the star said he was shocked and saddened by his wife's decision.

Costner was allegedly "blindsided" by the divorce and has asked for privacy during this time difficult time. A source close to him says that he would rather not get divorced, but is respecting Baumgartner's decision for now.

During a court appearance in September 2023, the star confessed that his divorce “feels so bad," because his ex-wife is someone he loves. Since his wife filed, rumors have been swirling that Costner has been unfaithful to her.

However, a source close to him says that the rumors are simply not true and that the actor has always been faithful and devoted. Later that same month, the former couple's divorce was finally settled with him being ordered to pay $63k monthly in child support.

The former couple's prenuptial agreement was also enforced and accepted by Baumgartner, however, sources claimed she got more than what was stated in an effort to complete the divorce. Although cheating has been scraped off the table, Costner didn't take long to spark dating rumors.

In early December 2023, the star was photographed bonding with Jewel, while visiting Richard Branson's Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands. Costner and Jewel attended a tennis fundraiser for the Inspiring Children Foundation, an organization that the latter is a founder of.

The pair flew together to the Caribbean before hanging out for over a week. Months before his divorce was finalized, in July 2023, the actor vacationed in Aspen, Colorado, where was spotted for the first time with his three children since the divorce filing. Here's to hoping his divorce doesn't tear him and his children apart.