$1,075,000
$20K PRICE DROP

1031 W Us Highway 34 Loveland, CO 80537

Estimated payment $6,206/month

Total Views 38,467
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,015 Sq Ft
$357 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Parking available for a boat
  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 52 Acre Lot
  • Big Thompson Elementary School Rated A-
  • River Front
  • Near a National Forest

About This Home

Nestled in the scenic Big Thompson Canyon just 15 minutes west of Loveland, Colorado, Nugget Springs is a historic 52-acre estate that blends rich heritage with modern upgrades and unmatched natural beauty. Established in 1922 on the site of an old trapper's cabin, it later became a rustic resort with guest cabins, a restaurant, and a dance hall. The name comes from local legend-after a miner reportedly found a gold nugget so large, he vanished soon after. Since purchasing the property in 2013, the current owners have invested over $300,000 in thoughtful improvements. These include a new well system with a 660 feet deep well and an 1,800-gallon in-ground cistern, along with an upgraded septic system to support the five-bedroom, three-bath layout. A new front porch, bathroom and closet were all added for improved functionality and enjoyment, and even new windows were installed while still preserving the home's original character. The property features over 200 feet of Big Thompson River frontage and backs to thousands of acres of Roosevelt National Forest. Located in Game Management Unit 20, the land is alive with wildlife and ideal for fishing, hiking, hunting, and year-round outdoor enjoyment. To the west, the property borders Narrows Park, owned by Larimer County, and just a few minutes drive away are Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park and the Round Mountain National Recreation Trail. Take a scenic 30-minute drive up the canyon and you'll reach Estes Park, the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and Trail Ridge Road. In August 2024, the Alexander Mountain Fire threatened the property, but thanks to a targeted firefighting effort, the historic home was saved. Nugget Springs is more than a home-it's a rare opportunity to own a legacy property in one of Colorado's most beautiful and storied canyons.

Listing Agent

John Feeney

C3 Real Estate Solutions, LLC Listed on: 06/03/2025

C3 Real Estate Solutions, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,729

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 52 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Property fronts a highway
  • Open Space
  • Unincorporated Location
  • South Facing Home
  • Rock Outcropping
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wooded Lot
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Property is zoned Open (O)

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking available for a boat

Property Views

  • Water
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 3,015 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Painted or Stained Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Security Gate
  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • River Access
  • Access to stream, creek or river
  • Deck
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Big Thompson Elementary School
  • Walt Clark Middle School
  • Thompson Valley High School

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Grass Field

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Propane
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Big Thompson Canyon Subdivision
  • Near a National Forest

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number R0424978

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,729

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Inclusions: Window Coverings,Electric Range/Oven,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Clothes Washer,Clothes Dryer,Microwave,Security System Owned,Disposal,Smoke Alarm(s)
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Property Sub Type: Residential-Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 52
  • Road Frontage Type: Highway
  • Road Surface Type: Paved, Asphalt
  • Subdivision Name: Big Thompson Canyon
  • Directions: Head west on Highway 34 towards Estes Park. Property is across the highway and a little west from the Colorado Cherry Store. Google and other maps are inaccurate but you can try copy and pasting "1031 US-34, Loveland, CO 80537" into your map. Property has a Private Gate. Showings by Appointment Only. Absolutely No Driving Up the Driveway or Trespassing.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2749
  • Architectural Style: Cottage/Bung
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • IRESDS_HasWaterRights: No
  • IRESDS_Total Sq Ft: 3015
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Possible Use: Single Family
  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Electric Range/Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Disposal
  • Has Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 266
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood Floors
  • Interior Amenities: Study Area, Satellite Avail, High Speed Internet, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Stain/Natural Trim, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Living Area: 2749
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Wood Frames, Double Pane Windows
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 160
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Wood Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Wood Floor
  • IRESDS_HasFamilyRoom: No
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Additional Upper
  • Living Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 120
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 112
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Upper
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 12
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Upper
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Wood Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Wood Floor
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Additional Upper
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Carpet
  • Room Bedroom5 Area: 100
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Living Room Area: 247
  • Living Room Features: Wood Floor
  • Room Kitchen Area: 160
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: Main
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 144
  • Room Dining Room Area: 182
  • Master Bathroom Features: Full Primary Bath

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Lawn Sprinkler System, Wooded, Level, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Steep Slope, Rock Outcropping, Abuts National Forest, Abuts Park, Abuts Public Open Space, Unincorporated, River Access, River Front, Waterfront
  • View: Mountain(s), Foothills View, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Abuts Stream/Creek/River, River Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disclosures: Seller's Property Disclosure, Lead Paint Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood/Frame, Stone, Wood Siding, Painted/Stained
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Other Structures: Workshop, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Not New, Previously Owned

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: RV/Boat Parking, Oversized
  • IRESDS_Garage Sq Ft: 1423
  • IRESDS_GarageType: Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: Electric, Loveland
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane
  • Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Hookups, In Basement
  • Security: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s), Security Gate
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electricity On Property: No
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Big Thompson
  • HighSchool: Thompson Valley
  • Junior High Dist: Thompson R2-J
  • Middle Or Junior School: Walt Clark

Lot Info

  • Zoning: Open (O)
  • Current Use: Horses
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2265120
  • Parcel #: R0424978
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4729

Multi Family

Map

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $4,729 $61,868 $3,350 $58,518
2024 $4,564 $61,868 $3,350 $58,518
2022 $3,161 $40,164 $3,475 $36,689
2021 $3,244 $41,320 $3,575 $37,745
2020 $2,848 $36,272 $3,575 $32,697
2019 $2,799 $36,272 $3,575 $32,697
2018 $2,692 $33,091 $3,600 $29,491
2017 $2,316 $33,091 $3,600 $29,491
2016 $1,375 $18,993 $3,980 $15,013
2015 $1,363 $18,990 $3,980 $15,010
2014 $1,160 $15,630 $3,980 $11,650
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Price Changed $1,075,000 -1.8% $357 / Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 For Sale $1,095,000 +151.7% $363 / Sq Ft
01/28/2019 01/28/19 Off Market $435,000 -- --
07/09/2013 07/09/13 Sold $435,000 -7.4% $161 / Sq Ft
06/09/2013 06/09/13 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2013 03/16/13 For Sale $469,900 -- $174 / Sq Ft
Source: IRES MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $435,000 Heritage Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $125,000 --
Deed $25,000 --
Deed $30,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $610,000 VA
Closed $508,362 VA
Closed $508,362 VA
Previous Owner $534,400 VA
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $407,958 VA
Previous Owner $417,000 VA
Source: Public Records

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C3 Real Estate Solutions, LLC

(970) 578-1563

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Source: IRES MLS

MLS Number: 1035685

IRES MLS

APN: 05081-00-001