-- HISTORICAL VALLEY RANCH --
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Historical Valley Farm, Monte Vista CO. (AKA: James Ranch)
Location and Acreage
This 200± acre farm and homestead is located just a few miles
outside the town Monte Vista on Swede Lane in the heart of the San Luis
Valley in south central Colorado. This property holds a 3rd
priority senior water right to the Rio Grande River and has an
irrigation well that is adjudicated to 1,000 gallons per minute. With
that much water and proper farming practices, this farm can out-produce
many like it. Currently producing above average yields of quality
alfalfa, this could be one of the best producing farms in the area.
Monte Vista, in the heart of the San Luis Valley, is one of the most
productive farming areas of the state with rich soils and cool nights.
With many farms and ranches in the area, the area shares the traditional
beliefs and practices that make this a great place to raise a family, as
well as crops and livestock. Monte Vista is a great little town with
desirable shops, restaurants and supplies. The City of Alamosa is about
a ˝ hour drive away with all the modern amenities necessary like a
hospital, college, shopping, supplies and a small commercial airport.
Colorado Springs, a 2˝ hour drive, offers a major airport. Denver is
about a 4 hour drive.
Property
The property is approximately 200± acres. This consists of 117±
acres under pivot, 30± acres of flooded irrigated ground, and 45± acres
of gorgeous river bottom with long grass and tall trees. The homestead,
with house and three outbuildings, is around 5± acres and boasts
incredible views of the farm, the valley and the surrounding mountain
ranges. The San Juan Mountain range to the west frames the setting sun
and the Sangre De Cristo range to the east welcomes the sunrise. The
property is approximately 7600’ above sea level.
Improvements
The historical adobe farm house has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and room for
an additional bedroom. The adobe structure is in excellent condition and
is heated by propane and has a wood stove. The design of the old adobe
stays warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The home has been
updated and remodeled. The exterior is new stucco and has new windows
and a new 50 year roof. There are three modest outbuildings that are
still standing and in use today. The T&L sprinkler is a
hydraulic-driven unit and is in good condition. The well pumps and
piping are in good condition. The farm is fully fenced and cross fenced
in good condition. There is plenty of hay storage at the homestead. The
current owners have maintained an incredible vegetable garden feeding
the locals with their abundant crops and wonderfully canned veggies.
Recreation
With its central location, the farm is close to many different
recreational opportunities in the area as well as right on the farm.
Fishing and hunting right on the farm will be good, but even better
throughout the valley and in the close-by mountains. Southern Colorado
boasts one of the best places in the world to big game hunting. Elk,
deer, antelope, black bear, Rocky Mountain Bighorn sheep and moose are
all available in the region. Small game like rabbits, upland birds and
waterfowl abound. For the golfer, there are many courses throughout the
area. The valley is famous for bird watching with the annual Whooping
Crane migration topping the list. Additionally, there are plenty of
other waterfowl and migratory birds to watch. Camping, sightseeing and
touring the extensive nearby federal lands is a prime activity. The
Great Sand Dunes National Monument is less than an hour away. This area
also offers an excellent geothermal hot springs pool. This area of
Colorado is a sportsman’s dream.
History
This farm has a rich history. Around 1866 the area where the home
now sits was settled as the “Lucero Plaza”. Though long gone now, there
were old foundations in the area where the home sits now. It was an
agricultural community that also took full advantage of the rich and
fertile farm land in the area.
Water Rights
The farm comes with extensive water rights. There is a 3rd
priority senior water right to the Rio Grande River, through the Lucero
ditch. There is a permitted irrigation well adjudicated to 1000 gpm.
There is also a permitted domestic well to the house. All water rights
will be conveyed with the purchase of the farm.
Mineral Rights
All mineral rights owned will be conveyed with the purchase of the
farm.
Taxes
2007 taxes were $676.88
Price
$1,750,000
Assessor Parcel Number: 3321100093
Assessor Legal Description: NE4 SEC 21-39-7 FR SE4 SEC 21-39-7 DESC AS FOLLOWS: BEG AT PTON E LINE OF SD SEC WH SE COR OF SD SEC BEARS S 1640.2 FT; TH N 999.8 FT; TH S 88 DEG 56 MIN W 2592 FT; THS 00 DEG 15 MIN W 79.8 FT;
Assessor GIS Map:
Google Interactive Map:
View Larger Map
DOWNLOADABLE USGS TOPOGRAPHY MAP: Click HERE
DOWNLOADABLE PDF BROCHURE: Click HERE
DOWNLOADABLE PDF ROAD MAP: Click HERE
Broker
Paul Machmuller
719-742-3605
This property is offered by Fuller Western Real Estate, LLC. All information provided by Fuller Western Real Estate, LLC or their sales representatives in connection with this property was acquired from sources deemed reliable and is believed to be accurate and reliable, however, we do not warrant its accuracy or completeness. Fuller Western Real Estate, LLC recommends that every item of interest to the purchaser (i.e. water laws, mineral laws, zoning and use regulations, state, federal and private permits) be independently verified by the purchaser's attorney.