Cuchara Real Estate

555 Community Rd., Cuchara, CO 81055

Location and Acreage

The Little Creek Custom Log Home property is a large 2.3± acre site with the Cuchara River bordering the lot on one side and Little Creek running right next to the house. There are many huge pine trees on the property and a meadow filled with beautiful wildflowers when in season. An outdoor campsite, complete with a campfire ring, is great for summer camping by the creek.

The home is approximately 3800± sf of milled 10” British Colombia pine logs throughout. Huge beams and a dramatic stone fireplace grace the main level entry and living area. The attractive country kitchen has large pantry with a ½ bath located just off the mud/laundry room … a must in this part of the country. There are five huge bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom. There is an upper level living area also with wood stove for warmth and ambiance. Upstairs invites you to the very large master suite, featuring a modern bathroom with jetted tub, shower and lots of storage room. The master suite includes a nice sitting area with its own wood stove, which could also be utilized as a private office. The home features a full wrap-around covered porch for sitting, barbequing, entertaining or just enjoying the beautiful Cuchara Valley. The views from the home are incredible. The sound of live water on the property, combined with the majestic views, is an atmosphere not soon to be forgotten. Wildlife is abundant with deer, elk, black bear, chipmunks a common site. Many species of birds also call this area home. This is truly a spectacular home in one of the most beautiful places this state has to offer.

Historically built and operated as a Bed & Breakfast, it could easily be re-opened to accommodate the many visitors to this area every year. The spring and summer months offer mild mountain temperatures with the sounds of running water and quaking aspen trees. The valley turns red, yellow and orange with the approach of fall. This is when the sounds of bugling elk echo around the home. Winter offers a special serenity with numerous recreational opportunities. The house would make a great primary or secondary home with plenty of room for everyone.

Recreation
This is an area of Colorado that offers endless opportunities to explore and enjoy the great outdoors.

« Golfing: LaVeta, Walsenburg, Trinidad, Colorado City and Pueblo all offer golf to all levels of ability within hours of the home.

« Skiing: Wolf Creek, Crested Butte, Taos, Red River and Monarch ski areas are within hours of this home. Summit County, home to the largest ski areas in Colorado, is about a 4 hour drive.

« Camping: There are a variety of camping opportunities whether you like to camp in a tent, cabin or just underneath the open skies and stars.

« Fishing: Endless opportunities await you. Numerous rivers, streams, ponds, lakes and reservoirs in the area all offer a variety of fishing challenges. Trout, bass, pike, walleye and pan fish name a few. All are within driving distance from the home.

« Hiking: Take a hike on any of the groomed National Forest trails in the area or just find a good spot to go out an explore the many public lands available in this area.

« Sightseeing and shopping: Follow the “Highway of Legends”, visiting all the small towns and shops that dot this area, you can literally shop ‘til you drop. Sights and shops are everywhere. There is never a dull moment when looking for that special something.

Water
Water and sewer provided by the Cuchara Sanitation District.

Taxes
2007 taxes were $3,277.00

Price
$528,000.00

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Broker
Paul Machmuller
Fuller Western Real Estate
Cell: 719-240-0433
Direct: 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.