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5 Colorado Mountain Homes, from Vail Condos to Ranch Acreage

By edson alejandro

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Across Colorado, lifestyle is often defined as much by access as by architecture, and this quintet captures that idea in five distinct forms. A top-floor Vail condo sits along Gore Creek with vaulted ceilings and a flexible loft, while two Pinon Collection new builds place Downtown Buena Vista living close to Main Street’s energy. Farther afield, Loma offers acreage and 360° canyon-and-mountain vistas with a finished lower level, and a 27+ acre Cotopaxi working ranch expands the horizon for multi-use country living.

Vail Racquet Club Building 3 Unit 16 | Contact for pricing

4580 Vail Racquet Club Dr 16 Vail CO 81657
4580 Vail Racquet Club Dr #16, Vail, CO 81657
Kathy Cole Kristie Long Coldwell Banker Mtn Properties
LISTING AGENT:
Listing agents: Kathy Cole & Kristie Long

From its top-floor setting at Vail Racquet Club, this light-filled condo is perfectly positioned along Gore Creek. Vaulted ceilings amplify the bright, open feel, while an easy, seamless floor plan keeps everyday living and entertaining fluid. Newer carpet and thoughtful updates add comfort without fuss. The two-bedroom plus loft layout brings welcome flexibility: an approximately 250-square-foot loft, accessed by a pull-out ladder, can serve as a bunk room with space for up to four twin beds, a home office, a secondary living area, or owner storage. It can also be closed off for personal items, offering added privacy for short-term rental use. A wraparound deck extends the living space outdoors for creekside summer evenings and crisp mountain mornings, year-round. Offered turnkey and furnished, it’s ready to be lived in with ease.

Price: Contact for pricing

Size:
1,114 sq ft
Contact:
Kathy Cole & Kristie Long, Coldwell Banker Mtn Properties, 970.390.0026 , 970.331.4788
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Space To Live Space To Build Space To Breathe | $1,250,000

1322 Gold Lake Drive Loma CO 81524
1322 Gold Lake Drive, Loma, CO 81524
Felecia Bishop Alyssa Needham Felecia Bishop Realty Llc
LISTING AGENT:
Listing agents: Felecia Bishop & Alyssa Needham

From its elevated setting on 2.41 acres in Loma, this 5-bed, 4-bath residence opens to sweeping 360° mountain and canyon views and a sense of real breathing room. Inside, spacious living areas pair with high-end finishes, while a gourmet kitchen anchors everyday life and easy entertaining. Downstairs, the basement adds flexibility with a finished 3/4 bath and a wet bar outfitted with a mini fridge and sink—ideal for movie nights or casual gatherings.

Price:
$1,250,000
Size:
4,896 sq ft
Contact:
Felecia Bishop & Alyssa Needham, Felecia Bishop Realty, LLC, 970.260.8258 , 970.270.9871
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Downtown Buena Vista | $1,229,000

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430 Pinon Street, Buena Vista, CO 81211
andymutz
LISTING AGENT:
Andy Mutz

In the heart of Downtown Buena Vista, 430 Pinon Street offers a thoughtfully crafted new-construction residence within the exclusive Pinon Collection. The open-concept floor plan is designed for relaxed daily living and easy entertaining, while premium finishes bring polish and comfort throughout—among them in-floor radiant heat, on-demand hot water, energy-efficient A/C, designer cabinetry, custom built-ins, and stainless steel Frigidaire appliances with an induction range. The spacious primary suite reads as a quiet retreat, complete with a generous walk-in closet and a spa-inspired bathroom. Two additional bedrooms add flexibility for family, guests, or a dedicated home office. Outdoor living unfolds across a welcoming front porch and a private backyard, with convenient access to a detached 2-car garage intentionally designed for future ADU adaptation. Just blocks from Main Street and moments from the Arkansas River, days here feel effortlessly connected.

Price:
$1,229,000
Size:
1,902 sq ft
Contact:
Andy Mutz, Worth Clark Realty, 847.858.5993
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The Pinon Collection | $1,189,000

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428 Pinon Street, Buena Vista, CO 81211
andymutz
LISTING AGENT:
Andy Mutz

On a walkable street just steps from Buena Vista’s vibrant downtown, 428 Pinon Street pairs contemporary mountain style with the careful craftsmanship of new construction in the distinguished Pinon Collection. Natural light fills the main living level, where premium materials, quality finishes, and custom accents shape kitchen and living spaces with an efficient layout that feels both intimate and expansive. Upstairs, the primary suite is designed as a quiet retreat, complete with a walk-in closet and a modern ensuite bath, while two additional bedrooms flex easily for guests, hobbies, or remote work. Outdoors, a charming front porch sets an easy rhythm for mornings and evenings, and a private, low-maintenance backyard invites unhurried downtime. A detached 2-car garage adds everyday convenience, with flexibility to accommodate an ADU.

Price:
$1,189,000
Size:
1,828 sq ft
Contact:
Andy Mutz, Worth Clark Realty, 847.858.5993
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271 County Road 33 | $1,100,000

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271 County Road 33, Cotopaxi, CO 81223
thomasmccracken
LISTING AGENT:
Thomas Mccracken

Set on a sprawling 27+ acre working ranch in Cotopaxi, this four-sided custom cedar log cabin pairs rustic character with thoughtful flexibility—without HOA restrictions. Inside, an open-concept plan unfolds from a grand entry parlor into a soaring great room and chef’s kitchen, where vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light shape an easy gathering space. A private owners’ suite on the main floor supports single-level living, while a full walk-out basement with high ceilings and a second kitchenette adds adaptable rooms for storage, recreation, or a home-based business. Upstairs, an open loft creates a quiet retreat alongside three additional bedrooms and a full bath. Beyond the cabin, an impressive barn—powered by solar panels—sits above a spacious shop/garage, joined by multiple outbuildings suited to work, hobbies, or studio life, with National Forest access two miles south.

Price:
$1,100,000
Size:
6,041 sq ft
Contact:
Thomas Mccracken, Real Broker, 719.398.3187