COUNTRY HOME FOR SALE IN COLORADO
Charming Colorado home on 46+ irrigated acres, grazing pasture, 40-acre feet of Vega water shares, corrals, barn, and sheds all surrounded by mountain and valley views. Country living at its best and minutes from the historic western town of Collbran. Beautiful, landscaped lawn with fruit trees, shrubs, shade trees, split rail fence, gravel drive and seasonal ditch with rushing water. Big Creek also runs through the property year-round. Covered deck entryway into the charming 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath, living/ dining/ kitchen area, hardwood/vinyl floors with natural light and French doors leading to deck. Appliances, island, cast iron sink and cupboards create an efficient kitchen. Enjoy coffee or meals on the private enclosed back porch. The basement is mostly finished with a family room, third bedroom, and ¾ bath in laundry room. There is also a maintenance/mechanical room and large unfinished storage room that could be converted to a fourth bedroom. Central air, ceiling fans, water softener are all part of this charming home. Unbelievable views and recreation in every direction. Vega State Park, Powderhorn Ski Resort and Grand Mesa National Forest and more are just a short drive away. Easy, year-round access and a 45-minute drive to Grand Junction and major shopping.
COLORADO MOUNTAIN HOME WITH IRRIGATED ACREAGE
Breathtaking views all around include Battlement Mesa and Sunnyside Mountain ranges with Grand Mesa looming in the background. Plateau Valley stretches below with sprawling neighboring ranches. Known landmarks, Land’s End, Chalk Mountain and the Bookcliffs where the wild horse sanctuaries are located rise tall on the horizon. Cement block storage shed with concrete flooring. 2000 bushel grain bin. Livestock set up with barn, corrals, loafing sheds. Elk fenced hay stack area. Big Creek runs through the property. A short walk takes you to a clearing for picnics or a quiet place to relax under blue skies or star studded nights. Wildlife and bird sightings. Internet service, landline, UPS, FedEx daily delivery. Vega State Park, Powderhorn Ski Resort and Grand Mesa National Forest and more are a short drive away. Services and schools in nearby Collbran. I-70 corridor is an hour’s drive to more Colorado towns and adventure.
SMALL TOWN LIVING AT ITS BEST IN PLATEAU VALLEY
Collbran, CO is the hub of the wheel leading to all aspects of recreation and community activities and business. –fishing, hunting, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, boating, camping, rodeos, biking– and leads to Grand Mesa National Forest, Vega Reservoir, and BLM and public land access. The community is surrounded by homesteaded ranches, businesses in historical buildings, restaurants, churches, parks, schools, a bank, police and fire department, medical clinic, and neighbors against the backdrop of towering mountains. Pride and support are the heartbeat in this area. Community activities are celebrated throughout the year and include Plateau Valley Heritage Days, Cowboy Christmas, school events, many rodeos, and an occasional cattle drive through town. I-70 and Grand Junction are a short drive away for major shopping, services, hospitals, regional airport, colleges, and more with high desert recreation. Enjoy the historic feel of Collbran and experience shopping, services, and restaurants with friendly residents and owners. Take a stroll in the evening under the Colorado stars and vintage solar lighting along the small western town streets. Drive in any direction and enjoy all the outdoor activities, sightseeing views, and recreation the Western Slope of Colorado has to offer. The I-70 corridor is an hour’s drive to more Colorado towns and adventure.
COLORADO RECREATION
Travel in any direction and find nearby Colorado recreation for any interest. Mountain waters fill the lake behind the Vega Dam, Vega State Park offers recreational activities–boating, fishing, jet skiing, camping sites, and BLM and National Forest public grounds. Nearby Vega Lodge has cabin rentals and a restaurant. Highway 330 follows Plateau Creek and winds through Plateau Valley among ranches and residential homes to Highway 65 known as the scenic byway of Grand Mesa – the largest flat top mountain with over 300 lakes for fishing, boating, camping and thousands of hiking, ATV, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snowmobiling trails, and hunting districts. Powderhorn Ski Resort sits at the base of Grand Mesa with ski slopes for all ages and skills with winter and summer activities. Wildlife viewing and bird watches abound in the area. Grand Junction is approximately an hour away off of I-70 with major shopping, regional airport, colleges, hospitals, and much more. The high desert surround historic valleys of outlaw stories, dinosaur excavating and miles of biking and hiking trails. Find many challenges with the popular wheeling on the Jeep trails in the area. Whether a professional or amateur photographer remember your camera or phone for great photo ops.
