8 Mountain Sanctuaries Now for Sale in Colorado

Enjoy mountain living in this beautiful cabin-style home with high-end features on Colorado’s western slope. Located near historic Collbran, this 1,751 sq ft, 1 1⁄2 story home has 3 bedrooms (1 non-conforming loft), 1 3⁄4 baths, and sits on 5.2 private acres surrounded by the Battlement Mountain ranges and Grand Mesa.

Listing details: Inside, custom wood-carved doors, pine tongue-and-groove wood walls, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a wood stove, and attractive lighting create a cozy atmosphere. The efficient kitchen features new stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and knotty alder cabinets. The master bedroom includes a gas fireplace, walk-in tiled shower, and closet. The loft can serve as a third bedroom. An oversized 2-car garage with remodeled rooms above, new water softener, on-demand hot water tank, in-floor radiant heat, Genrac 22kw generator, and extended electrical panel add comfort and efficiency. The covered deck and wood deck with lighting are perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The property includes xeriscape landscaping, corrals, horse stalls, tack room, chicken coops, and storage buildings, making it ideal for a horse or hobby farm.

Escape to your very own meticulously maintained woodland log home with breathtaking views of high-alpine mountain peaks at Vallecito Lake. Bight light enters each room! See the mountain peaks from the kitchen, living room, and bedroom. Each view is artfully framed within the expansive panels of floor-to-ceiling windows, offering breathtaking views from every corner of the cabin.

Size: 0 acres

Listing details: Hear nearby Vallecito Creek from both front and back porches. Smell the fresh air and pine breezes. Breathe easy knowing the home has been meticulously built and well-maintained. With its inviting atmosphere and scenic surroundings, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Located in the coveted Dunraven Heights neighborhood where properties rarely come on the market, this property has been in the same family for generations. The home sits on an idyllic 2.36 acres and is surrounded by pine trees and unique rock out-croppings. The home has all the charm of the original cabin, including a moss rock fireplace, while the expansion and remodel provide all the modern conveniences.

Size: 2 acres

Listing details: Take a look around or sit on any of the deck areas where you can enjoy beautiful mountain views which include views of Lumpy Ridge, the golf course, the Stanley Hotel, the Thumb and Longs Peak! There are two additional original cabins located on the property which make for great added spaces – think workshop, art studio or …? This is truly a one-of kind remarkable property. You must schedule a tour to experience all that it has to offer.

Featuring a year-round 150 ft. access to the Roaring Fork stream, which flows down from Chasm Lake at the foot of Long’s Peak and offers magnificent views of Mount Meeker & Twin Sisters. Located just minutes to RMNP Wild Basin Entrance for exceptional hiking. Thoughtfully updated in every room for rustic mountain charm, including a custom kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf Stove, and Asco dishwasher.

Listing details: You will enjoy plenty of natural light from windows and skylights in almost every room. The house offers 2,650 sq. ft. of main level living with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths + Office and a Full Bar in the Family Room. Additionally, there is a 640 sq. ft. garden-level bonus bunk room with a separate entrance that sleeps 6+ with another 3/4 bath – Intentionally designed to entertain!

Perched atop the highest point in the coveted Destination Ranch, a location immortalized in the film “City Slickers,” this property epitomizes legacy living. Positioned with awe-inspiring vistas in every direction, including the iconic La Plata Mountain peaks, it offers unparalleled privacy amid untamed wilderness, just a brief 25-minute drive from downtown Durango. The exclusive, gated Destination Ranch is a working cattle ranch, and this pinnacle lot spans 40 acres, encompassing expansive pastures and undulating terrain crisscrossed by an extensive network of trails. The property boasts numerous delightful spots for relaxation, such as the front patio with a tranquil fountain and pond and meticulously groomed lawn, creating a serene sanctuary.

Listing details: Patios and decks envelop the home, providing both intimate retreats and grand outdoor living areas that showcase some of the most breathtaking views imaginable. The interior space is generous and inviting, with an open living floorplan integrating the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The living room features a striking beamed, vaulted ceiling and unobstructed vistas of public lands and the La Plata Mountains. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, offering ample storage and a spacious pantry. The master suite includes its own private balcony, a fireplace, and a stunning bathroom with a distinctive stone wall shower that affords views of Missionary Ridge. The lower level of the home expands the entertainment and relaxation options, housing a recreation room that easily accommodates a pool table, TV, and bar area. Additionally, there is a spacious office and a home gym. A standout feature of the lower level is the remarkable home theater equipped with cutting-edge technology, including an exceptional sound system. Rounding out the lower level are two bedrooms, each with its own bath and outdoor space. The property is equipped with advanced features, including four heat zones, an alarm system, and two internet-accessible outdoor cameras. Despite its size and amenities, this efficient home boasts remarkably low utility costs, with water provided at no charge, propane primarily for winter use only, and average electricity costs of under $200 per month over the previous 12 months. This extraordinary mountain retreat is truly one-of-a-kind and warrants firsthand appreciation.

Amazing waterfront mountain horse property with authentic luxury Santa Fe style home. Your new mountain home setting bordering state land on two sides, is rare in location, with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains and valleys of Eagle County. End of the road seclusion and privacy offering a horse enthusiast your own slice of the Rockies close to several ski resorts and outdoor recreation.

Listing details: Castle Peak Ranch has never been for sale, and is a very special property, planned, designed, and built with imagination, nature, and peaceful living in mind. The property was laid out with horse trailers and equipment in mind. Several irrigated pastures, horse barn, pond, round pen, paddocks and of course grazing ground. Not only you as the new owners, but your horses will live in the lap of Colorado mountain luxury. Abundant and VERY rare water rights included in the sale of this fine property. Future owner can build a second guest home as well as an additional water feature on this property should you choose. Rare by location, rare by water rights, rare by vertical assets, and only minutes from the Jet Center at the Eagle regional airport.

Opportunity is knocking and you dont want to miss out. Storm Mountain Ranch is one of Steamboat’s most exclusive enclaves and the longevity of ownership there is a true testament as to just how special Storm Mountain Ranch really is. More than 50% of the owners who purchased their lots either from the developer or early on as a resale are still owners today, for some that is 20 years. The beauty and character of the land is remarkable. The ranch development is situated on roughly 1100 acres at the base of Rabbit Ears Pass, extending high up Walton Creek Canyon and bordering National Forest on 3 sides.

Size: 35 acres

Listing details: Owners, family, and guests enjoy a variety of activities including miles of developed trails for hiking, biking, and snowshoeing, trail rides on their ranch owned horses, excellent fishing habitat in Walton Creek which meanders through the property and HOA ponds. There is even a tubing hill. Exceptional amenities include the Awapa Lodge available for special events and gatherings, the Hideout Cabin which lies on the Western edge of the property up the canyon, and well-equipped guest cabins near the lodge, all available for owner use. Storm Mountain Ranch is a private 14 parcel development with much of its land dedicated to the conservation of its natural landscape. Cattle grazing and haying operations maintain the rich ranching heritage of the Yampa Valley and wildlife abounds throughout the remainder of the property. Parcel 4 is one of only 2 remaining vacant homesites and the ideal canvas to create a legacy property for the discerning Buyer. The building site is elevated from the valley floor, nestled in the trees while offering fantastic views to the North and West across the valley. A well is already in place. For additional information on Storm Mountain Ranch, please visit stormmountainranch.com.

Welcome to 170 Arnica, an immaculate 5 bedroom, 7 bathroom home cradled by aspens on a private oversized lot in Silverthorne’s exclusive Three Peaks community. This Allen-Guerra masterpiece offers sumptuous details and strong, bold finishes, fully embracing the luxury mountain lifestyle. Custom French entry doors welcome you into the great room which encompasses reception, dining, kitchen, and indoor/outdoor entertainment and living spaces. Cutting Edge’s artisanal cabinetry is found throughout and brings a dark, masculine appeal to each room. The kitchen, centered around a sculptural hooded vent, easily becomes the principal gathering spot due to its thoughtful and spacious layout.

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Listing details: The primary suite is secluded from the rest of the home and offers the owners a bedroom, bathroom, and closet at a scale and level of finishes rarely seen. The primary bedroom is accentuated by vaulted ceilings and a private deck. The primary bath has a central claw-footed copper bathtub, dual entrance shower, twin vanities, and separate water closet. The primary closet can accommodate even the largest of wardrobes. Meander back to the main entrance and down the sweeping curved staircase to find the secondary living space, which is utilized as a game/rec room. An additional 3 bedrooms offer ample space for even the largest of families. Access the expansive patio, spacious enough to entertain your entire friend group. Make your way back up stairs, past the kitchen & both pantries to the 2nd level in-law suite which is situated above the 3 car garage. This fifth bedroom suite is large enough to fit a king bed, sofa and desk. 170 Arnica must be seen to be truly appreciated. It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to ensurethe suitability of the property for buyer’s needs.