VIEWS, GLORIOUS VIEWS!!! You will feel on top of the world as you gaze out of the floor to ceiling, wrap around windows boasting incomparable vistas of the valley and mountains, from this secluded retreat at the end of the Baca Grande. Sitting on 4 consolidated lots, totally 2.61 acres, this home boasts 4 bedrooms, an office, together with 3 bathrooms & offers plenty of room for expansion. Enter on the upper level to a bright and airy, open plan kitchen and living area, with awe inspiring vistas. Gaze out of the dining room windows over the expanse of the San Luis Valley as you dine with loved ones. A carpeted spiral staircase leads you down to the first floor with separate entryway mudroom, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The spectacular views and unique, peaceful location, nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, make this property extra special. 3 private upper level decking areas are ideal for lounging while drinking in the breathtaking natural surrounds, or star gazing. This home is an ideal getaway, especially in the current climate, removed from the hustle and bustle of the city and offering plenty of storage space, including an oversized walk in pantry for food storage, mud room, shed with electric and 4 ft tall crawl space. Cottonwood creek flows only 100 yards from your doorstep, while the hiking trail to the Tashi Gomag Stupa is on your doorstep. Escape to this mountain refuge and make it home or take advantage of the abundance of income producing potential, if used as a retreat center, B&B business, or community facility. The possibilities are endless. Come and make this heavenly haven your very own mountain retreat.
83 Crestone, CO 81131 Homes For Sale
Imagine bright sunny days, dark starry nights, wildlife, solitude & stillness: you will find that and more on this 2.83-acre parcel located in the off-grid Baca Grande Grants. Spectacular 360 views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Mt. Blanca, and the San Luis Valley! Walking, Hiking, Camping, Birding, MTB, Rock Climbing, Hot Springs & Hunting are only some of the pastimes available in the San Luis Valley area. Live surrounded by nature, with the quaint town of Crestone and its amenities - mail, gas, groceries, hardware, cafes, restaurants - less than 20 minutes away. The perfect location to build your off-grid dream home!
These two adjoining parcels of land in the Grants area of the Baca Grande boast a spectacular view Crestone Peak and Crestone Needle. Can you imagine waking up each day to this view? With over 3.2 acres of land to work with you can build your dream home, or build two of them. Each lot qualifies for an in house use well permit, and lot 1402 which is a corner lot that borders Wagon Wheel and Badger has electricity to the lot line. Lot 1403 has electricity on Badger. Roads are maintained publicly and snow removal is included in your POA fees. Other amenities include a golf course and frisbee course, clubhouse, park, playground, tennis courts, and amazing hiking trails. The town of Crestone has the services you need with gas stations, banks, restaurants and eclectic shops. The Great Sand Dunes and natural hot springs are worth a trip. Did I mention there are stables nearby, and the Baca Grande has a fire department when you need them. What are you waiting for?
Welcome to your Happy Hollow home, located in a secluded & tranquil neighborhood, nestled among trees at the base of the Sangre De Cristo mountains. Located on 2.06 acres, offering plenty of expansion opportunities, this 2 BD, 2 BA abode has been lovingly cared for & immaculately maintained, inside & out. Your beautiful gardens with rock landscaping are protected & enclosed on all sides with deer fencing. Apple & apricot trees greet you as you enter through the custom privacy gate with stained glass feature. Offering ranch style, one level living, & open floor plan this charming retreat has wonderful ambience, with stained glass windows in both ample bedrooms. Cosy up by the large wood stove on chilly nights or enjoy entertaining guests at the dining area adjoining the kitchen, while gazing out over the gardens with the majestic peaks above. The kitchen has low maintenance, custom polished porcelain counters & opens out to a pantry/utility room with plenty of storage. The living room offers an adjoining greenhouse that leads to a screened in porch with beautiful tile accents, where you can lounge & sip coffee in peace. Step out of the garden area & wander down the rock walkways to the hidden studio, ideal for a gym, art studio or meditation space. Bask in the shade on the concrete patio & relish in the fragrant garden or star gaze at the dark night sky. No shortage of growing or storage space, with an additional pyramid greenhouse, detached garage/workshop, & covered porch. Within 5 minutes of acres of national forest & a national wildlife refuge, as well as the Great Sand Dunes national park close by, this home is centered among some of the most glorious natural surroundings in Colorado. A short drive & you can avail of the conveniences in the charming town of Crestone. The Baca Grande subdivision & the San Luis Valley have something for everyone, with horse riding, hot springs, hiking, camping & more. This blissful slice of Colorado mountain living awaits you.
Cottonwood Creek runs through the lot!! 3.27 acres in the Baca Grande Grants. Wonderful opportunity to build a home with a creek in your backyard. Buyer will qualify for an in-house use only well through application to Colorado Division of Water Resources. In addition to the well, you would install a septic system. This would have to be an off-grid home. The views are fabulous of the San Luis Valley and the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. Come see and explore the possibilities. Easy access to the Town of Crestone for full services such as two grocery stores, gas pumps, credit union, lumber yard and restaurants. The Baca community is surrounded by National Park and Wildlife Preserve creating lots of open space for exploring and outdoor activities. Great opportunity to live in a quaint, charming community away from the hustle and bustle of city life! Come see yourself to determine if this is the right parcel for your dream home!
Creek on the land! Rare opportunity to own 3 parcels totaling 18.09 acres in the Grants with Cottonwood Creek running through 1 of the lots. They consist of Lots 531C (formally lots 531, 549, 550 and 551), 488, and 552. You choose! Build three homes or consolidate into 1 parcel for a little more elbow room. The lots can be accessed from three different streets: Camino del Rey, through Hazelwood Trail cul-de-sac or through Hawthorne Trail cul-de-sac. Buyer may apply to Colorado Division of Water Resources for in-house use only well permit for each parcel. Property will require installation of well and septic. The views are fabulous of the San Luis Valley and the Sangre De Cristo Mountains. Come see and explore the possibilities. Easy access to the Town of Crestone for full services such as two grocery stores, gas pumps, credit union, lumber yard and restaurants. The Baca community is surrounded by National Park and Wildlife Preserve creating lots of open space for exploring and outdoor activities. Great opportunity to live in a quaint, charming community away from the hustle and bustle of city life! Come see yourself to determine if this is the right parcel for your dream home!
Imagine bright sunny days, dark starry nights, wildlife, solitude and magnificent views on this 1.4-acre off-grid property in the Baca Grande Grants. Located near the western edge of the subdivision, it features spectacular 360 views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Mt. Blanca & the San Luis Valley! Experience this unparalleled natural environment, all within a 15-minute drive to the charming town of Crestone and grocery stores, gas, cafes, restaurants, post office, hardware store, etc. Property requires well and septic; electricity can be brought in with line extensions from SLVREC - call them for cost/details. Great opportunity to build your dream green home!
Welcome to your mountain retreat log home, nestled among mature trees with magnificent vistas of the the San Luis Valley to the West & the majestic Sangre De Cristo peaks to the East. Escape the hustle & bustle of city living to this 1750 square foot oak log home, just off a paved road at the end of a secluded cul de sac. This tranquil abode is highly energy efficient with first floor walls built with 4" oak, 4" cellulose insulation, sheetrock, earth plaster, & clay alliece nontoxic paints. This log sanctuary boasts 2 ample bedrooms, an open plan kitchen & living area, and attached sunroom, all with earth plaster walls & lots of windows to let in the Colorado sunshine. The beautiful walnut & pecan floors in the living room, curve graciously into the tiled kitchen with concrete counters & a gloriously light & airy feel. Cosy up by the wood burning stove on cold nights & enjoy the energy efficiency of ETS heating to maintain warmth at minimal cost. The master suite is luxuriously large & when you walk out onto the wrap around Trex deck, you can drink in the peaceful sunset scenery & gaze at the star drenched night skies. Set up your home office or lounge with a book in the master loft area above the kitchen or bask in the morning sun in the sunroom. Another large bedroom on the ground floor has an exterior door where you can step out onto a private deck nook & bask in the glory of nature all around, with an abundance of wildlife. The care & craftsmanship put into this home is highlighted with local juniper, cottonwood, aspen, & pine featured throughout & the 2 bathrooms feature custom vanities. A detached shed offers storage for toys & tools, while the garden area is ideal for growing your own food at home. Spiritual retreat centers, hiking trails & the Stupa are just minutes from your home & a short drive to the charming town of Crestone, offers restaurants, art gallery, groceries, gas, & more. This unique, green home won't last long, so arrange your showing today.
VIEWS, LOCATION, EFFICIENCY! 1568sf 3BD/2BA custom new build located in a tranquil part of Chalet 1. 2-story design featuring Living Areas up and down, w/ direct, sweeping mountain views from the upper. Enter Great Room via covered Front Porch - a practical transition from the outdoors. At one end, the Kitchen features granite counters, tile backsplash, hickory cabinets, stainless appliances - add an Island w/ counter seating & additional storage. Great Room can also accommodate Dining Area with extra Living/Flex space. Rear Entrance leads out to concrete terrace & woods beyond. The main-level Bedroom can double as Office/Study, features multiple storage closets & connects to Full Guest Bath w/ granite vanity and custom-tiled shower-tub. The Guest Bath is accessible from Great Room via hallway, where Laundry/Utility Room is also located, full hook-ups in place. Climb stairs to spacious upper Living Area with exceptional light and mountain views. Can be used as Living Room, Study/Office, for yoga, art, writing/drafting, meditation, etc. Glass sliders open onto 192sf balcony w/ durable TREX decking - perfect for morning coffee, afternoon reading, yoga, etc. 2 upper Bedrooms are connected by 2nd Full Bath w/ valley view, granite vanity & custom-tiled shower-tub. Bonus storage above stairwell. Low-maintenance tile floors w/ in-floor heat, powered by High-Efficiency LP Navien combo boiler. Custom wood trim & oak stair treads lend natural feel throughout. Stucco exterior, metal-clad shed roof, Energy Star double-glazed windows & spray-foam insulation produce a highly-efficient, comfortable home. Large gravel drive & gravel-skirted foundation. Great walking neighborhood, with Willow Creek Park and Greenbelt trails nearby. Less than 10-min from historic Crestone and its amenities, this is the ideal base to enjoy a quiet life and/or all the San Luis Valley has to offer: hiking, camping, birdwatching, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, stargazing, hot springs, etc. Call now!
This is a wonderful, comfortable, and versatile home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, located on a paved road close to town and situated on the South Crestone Creek greenbelt and trail, near Baca Park. The setting is beautiful, looking up to Kit Carson Peak, and situated among mature pion and juniper trees. Enter into a bright and warm entry sunroom large enough for lounging and reading, then continue to the living room, with its dramatic vaulted ceiling and east-facing windows that rise two stories. A wood-burning stove and sitting area at the far end of the living room have ready access to the kitchen. The kitchen is spacious and well appointed with an island and plenty of cabinet space. Dishwasher is new. Just beyond is a large dining room/family room with warm wood finishes and lots of natural light. An exterior door accesses the back yard via the deck with screened gazebo. Two bedrooms and one bath are on the first level. The second floor is spacious with master bedroom suite and loft with plenty of room for work, entertainment, play, or even a bed. The master suite includes a delightful wood paneled sunroom that feels like a treehouse, 3/4 bath, and dual closets across one wall. The home has plenty of storage, including a coat closet, linen closet, pantry space in the laundry, two storage sheds, and storage/shop space in the garage. The oversized two-car detached garage is heated by Jotul wood stove and insulated, with workspace, storage, and 10' garage door. The home has been well cared for and improved over the years, most recently with a 7.5 KW grid-tied solar system that collects the power of the sun and saves on your monthly energy expense. Average monthly bills for electricity are $120. The home has no propane expense. This home has a lot to offer, and will be a special place for the next lucky owner.
Bright 1-level 1088sf custom-built 2BD/1BA located in Chalet 2 of the Baca Grande, which is itself nestled in the foothills of the 14,000' Sangre de Cristo mountains and surrounded by the natural wonders of UFS, BLM and National Park lands. The property features a long driveway leading to the house sitting at the back of the lot, backing to the privacy of Greenbelt. Enter via covered porch into the tiled hallway separating living and sleeping areas. The Great Room features tall windows looking out into the surrounding Pinon Pines, a centrally-located wood stove, and soft carpeting. The Kitchen features fridge, range/oven, dishwasher, disposal, wood-front cabinetry, and tiled floor. There is an entrance off the Kitchen leading out onto the back deck - perfect for dining, lounging or enjoying the natural surroundings. There is a handy exterior storage closet off the back deck. Both Bedrooms are bright, spacious, have their own walk-in closets. The custom-tiled Full Bathroom sits conveniently between the Bedrooms. Across from the Bathroom is the Laundry Closet with late-model washer and dryer, along with extra storage. Efficient ETS heater comfortably heats the Great Room and Kitchen, while the Bedrooms and Bathroom are served by electric baseboards. Hot water is provided by a 50gal heater in the crawl space. Solar collector panels on the exterior of the house supply hot air to the crawl space and Living Room, reducing electric heating costs. Stucco exterior and metal roof. Heavy steel storm/security doors outside both entrances.
Creek Lot! Lovely half acre Chalet I lot nestled in the foothills of the breathtaking Sangre de Cristo Mountains. This unique lot backs up to gorgeous greenbelt and Willow Creek offering plenty of quiet and seclusion! You can go for beautiful walks just out your back door. Stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains and San Luis Valley makes this a perfect spot to build your dream home. Ancient Pinon trees adds natural beauty and privacy to this little slice of heaven! Water and Sewer tap fees have not been paid. Please contact Baca Grande Water & Sanitation for cost/details to hook in. Likewise, please contact SLVREC for cost/details to hook into the electric grid. Easy access to the Town of Crestone for full services such as two grocery stores, gas pumps, credit union, lumber yard and restaurants. The Baca community is surrounded by National Park and Wildlife Preserve creating lots of open space for exploring and outdoor activities. Great opportunity to live in a quaint, charming community away from the hustle and bustle of city life!
Spectacular opportunity to own this 3bd/2ba, 1676 sq ft completely off-grid home on the very western edge of the Grants. The lot is 7.831 acres for plenty of privacy. Amazing views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains and the San Luis Valley. Check out the video! Enter into the light, bright sunroom trimmed in aspen and then into the carpeted great room with plenty of space. The living area has a propane wall heater, and a vented woodstove installed in 2006. The kitchen and dining area has artful Saltillo tiles, dishwasher, propane stove, super energy efficient Sun Frost double door refrigerator and French doors to a lovely patio to enjoy the views. There is a wonderful finished 168 sq ft bright Casita with many windows that can be used as a retreat space, office, or screened room for enjoying the mountain views! The hall off of the great room has the utility room with storage, a Sun Frost freezer, and Kenmore washer/dryer. All appliances in the home have been minimally used only a few days a year. There are an additional 2 bedrooms, the master suite, and a half bath along the hall. The master suite has carpet, charming arches, walk-in closet and a full bath. The batteries are new as of August 2015, the 8 JA solar 295 watt solar panels are new as of Nov 2018. The property is completed with a whole home water filter, it's own well and septic, and a Kohler generator powered by propane as an automatic backup to the solar system. The generator was purchased in April 2012 and only has 980 hours of use. Finally the oversized 2 car garage provides plenty of storage. Come see this rare, off -grid Grants home!
0.46-acre corner lot in Chalet 1 with views and tap fees paid! Just south of the South Crestone Creek greenbelt and walking trails, leading to Baca Park below as well as the USFS trails to the 14ers towering above. Outstanding views of both the Sangre De Cristo Mtns and San Luis Valley. Great neighborhood for walking. Short 7-min drive to amenities in the historic town of Crestone: mail, gas, groceries, cafes, restaurants, etc. Water & sewer tap fees are paid; please contact Baca Grande Water & Sanitation for cost/details to hook in. Likewise, please contact SLVREC for cost/details to hook into the electric grid.
The retreat center you have been looking for! 6 living structures, currently most are AIRBNB and one is owners residence, 5,000 sq ft walled in on this part of the property with hot tub, outdoor bar, sauna, greenhouse, and guest cottage. This part of the property still needs finishing. The other dome structures, are 4 in total-2 large dome structures with high ceilings, open floor plan, connected by covered walkways. Great for meetings, and gatherings, currently used for AIRBNB for groups up to 16 people. Two small domes for rental, on adjoining lots to the large structure, with a 1/2 acre in between for privacy, and quiet retreats. Just bordering the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Amazing energy and ambience in this area, with nightly star shows in the skies. Outdoor amphitheatre area. Wildlife abounds, deer, lynx, coyotes, owls, hawks, bears, and all live in harmony. Lovely area for walks, and mountain biking, or just finding a friendly rock to sit and meditate. Nicely treed and open spaces for mountain views, backing right up to the Sangre De Cristo range. Close to many spiritual retreats, and 3 hot springs within 45 minutes. The property is situated on 3.5 acres, and thousands of acres of open space nearby. A unique property for the special buyers. Call for your private showing.
Wonderful privacy on this consolidated 1.06 acre Chalet I lot. Lovely location with privacy. Corner lot of quiet cul-de-sac nestled in the foothills of the breathtaking Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Plenty of quiet and seclusion with few homes built up in area. Stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains and San Luis Valley makes this a perfect spot to build your dream home. Property is close to the Spanish Creek Greenbelt to enjoy long, lovely walks along the creek. Ancient Pinon trees and rock out-croppings adds natural beauty and dimension to your potential back yard. Water and Sewer tap fees have been paid and there is availability of services. Please contact Baca Grande Water & Sanitation for cost/details to hook in. Likewise, please contact SLVREC for cost/details to hook into the electric grid. Easy access to the Town of Crestone for full services such as two grocery stores, gas pumps, credit union, lumber yard and restaurants. The Baca community is surrounded by National Park and Wildlife Preserve creating lots of open space for exploring and outdoor activities. Great opportunity to live in a quaint, charming community away from the hustle and bustle of city life!
Bright 1468sf 3BD/1.5BA Colorado A-Frame nestled in the foothills of the 14,000' Sangre de Cristo Mtns! Remodeled in 2006, this home is located in the Baca Grande POA, which is surrounded by the natural wonders of UFS, BLM and National Park lands. Easy paved-road access to town amenities: groceries, gas, cafes, restaurants, post office, hardware store, etc. The home is set back from the road and the yard is fully fenced with chain-link and fabric for additional privacy. The semi-circular drive has two gated entrances and the grounds feature rock-lined paths, a front deck and rear terrace. The 2006 remodel included new appliances, windows, metal roof, ETS & baseboard heaters, engineered flooring, and updated plumbing & wiring. The carpet was replaced in 2016. Via the front deck, enter the Great Room featuring lots of natural light and high-vaulted ceiling, with ample space for both living and dining. Off the Great Room is the efficient galley Kitchen, which features tile counters and wood-faced cabinets. Down the hallway are two spacious Bedrooms, each with exterior entrance to the mountainside patio. The second Bedroom is currently used as an office and has newer washer and dryer in the closet. The full Bath features ample linen closet and soak tub. The Loft level has a large Flex space in front of the enclosed 3rd Bedroom and 1/2 Bath. There is additional attic space above the Loft Bedroom, also access to the mountainside balcony with views. Heat is provided by a large and efficient ETS heater in the Great Room, electric baseboards in the Bedrooms. 5 A/C units provide cooling if/when needed throughout the home. A comfortable, conveniently-located home, close to park, playground, and S. Crestone Creek greenbelt/walking trails - an ideal base to enjoy all the San Luis Valley offers: walking, hiking, camping, birdwatching, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, stargazing, hot springs, etc. Call now to schedule your showing!