$1,300,000

18480 Ponderosa Ln Buena Vista, CO 81211

Estimated payment $7,335/month

Total Views 11,357
6 Beds
6 Baths
5,990 Sq Ft
$217 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Spa
  • Open Floorplan
  • Home Theater
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Aspen Trees

About This Home

Waterfront Rocky Mountain Rendezvous! This beautiful "Mountain Retreat" with a 5990 square foot home sits on a stunning 5.05 acre site with 400 feet of Three Elk Creek running the length of the property with 3 bridges that cross over to the other side of the property. This creek runs year round across the entire backside of the home with most living spaces, bedrooms, decks and lower patio enjoying the views and sounds of Three Elk creek. The land is covered with mature Aspen trees and Pines can be viewed overlooking the creek and across to the charming small guest cabin. There is an entry gate on to the property with 3 acres fenced in a heavily wooded pine forest. Drive up to the mountain home which features a large great room with vaulted ceilings, open remodeled kitchen and large rock fireplace. Walk on to the massive exterior deck to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the creek or sit in the spa/hot tub for an evening soak. This home boasts 8 bedrooms/5 bathrooms/5 fireplaces including a primary suite with a suite style bathroom, soaking jetted tub, large walk in closet, laundry, kitchenette and a private sitting area with a fireplace. Downstairs features a bonus room with a fireplace for gatherings for games or a quiet spot to read a book. Lower access outside to a private patio. Attached 2 car and one car garages. Small cabin and play house are located on the property with plenty of outdoor space to explore. This property comes ready for all activities Colorado Mountain living has to offer with snowmobiles, raft with paddles, life jackets, John Deere tractor, snow blower and a Tahoe. Fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. National Forest access and the community pond are just steps away. This can be your beautiful Rocky Mountain Retreat. Shown by appointment.

Listing Agent

Barbara Pearson-Sawyer

Century 21 Community First Brokerage Email: barbara@pearson-sawyer.com,719-207-3884 License #40019969 Listed on: 01/07/2026

Century 21 Community First

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,711

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 5.05 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Dirt Road
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Planted Vegetation
  • Natural State Vegetation
  • Secluded Lot
  • Aspen Trees
  • Heavily Wooded Lot
  • Pine Trees
  • Many Trees
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $50 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Exterior Access Door
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Mountain Contemporary Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Furnished
  • Built-In Features
  • Wood Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Theater
  • Bonus Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms | 5 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 6 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Spa Bath

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • 1 Bedroom in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Water Feature
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Playground
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Avery Parsons Elementary School
  • Buena Vista Middle School
  • Buena Vista High School

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Propane
  • Cistern
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Association fees include road maintenance, snow removal
  • 3 Elk Creek Association
  • 3 Elk Subdivision
  • Seasonal Pond

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Exclusions: Some personal furnishings and personal property. Inclusions: Furnished plus snow mobiles, John Deere Tractor and Chevy Tahoe.
  • Assessor Parcel Number R316327100057

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,711

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

5.05 Acres

HOA Fees

$50 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Mountain Contemporary
  • Structure Type: House
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3379
  • Exclusions: Exclusions: Some personal furnishings and personal property. Inclusions: Furnished plus snow mobiles, John Deere Tractor and Chevy Tahoe.
  • Living Area: 5990
  • Directions: From Buena Vista north to CR 384 left. Right on 361 north and follow around to left on CR 368. Go past first entrance to 3 Elk to 2nd left entrance to 3 Elk Subdivision. At stop, turn left. First property on the right.
  • SubdivisionName: 3 Elk
  • Ownership: Individual
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • REC_BasementLevelBedrooms: 1
  • REC_RVSpaces: 0
  • REC_UpperLevelBathrooms: 0
  • REC_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0
  • REC_WaterIncludedYN: 1
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Five Piece Bath, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, Hot Tub, T&G Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room, Living Room, Other, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 2611
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 5
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Playground, Private Yard, Spa/Hot Tub, Water Feature
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt
  • Waterfront Features: Stream, Waterfront

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Exterior Access Door, Oversized
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Propane, Wood, Wood Stove
  • Water Source: Cistern, Private, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • Association Name: 3 Elk Creek
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Amenities: Pond Seasonal
  • Association Fee: 600
  • Phone: 000-000-0000
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Association/Amenities

  • REC_AssociationFee2Annual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFee3Annual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFeeAnnual: 600.00
  • REC_AssociationFeeTotalAnnual: 600.00
  • REC_AssociationManagementType: Self Managed
  • REC_AssociationURL: 3elksec@gmail.com

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Buena Vista

Lot Info

  • Horses: Yes
  • Parcel Number: R316327100057
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.05
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Building Area Total: 5990
  • Lot Features: Many Trees, Secluded
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 219978

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4711

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Avery Parsons
  • High School: Buena Vista

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,711 $109,590 $46,180 $63,410
2024 $4,711 $117,070 $49,500 $67,570
2023 $4,464 $117,070 $49,500 $67,570
2022 $3,496 $79,200 $27,760 $51,440
2021 $3,520 $81,480 $28,560 $52,920
2020 $3,261 $70,530 $23,160 $47,370
2019 $3,261 $70,530 $23,160 $47,370
2018 $3,246 $54,860 $13,410 $41,450
2017 $2,959 $54,860 $13,410 $41,450
2016 $2,501 $51,980 $12,360 $39,620
2015 $2,338 $51,980 $12,360 $39,620
2014 $2,338 $44,530 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/07/2026 01/07/26 For Sale $1,300,000 -- $217 / Sq Ft
Source: REcolorado®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $779,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $695,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $453,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $545,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Source: REcolorado®

MLS Number: 7007499

REcolorado®

APN: R316327100057

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