70.01 Acres in Westcliffe, CO - $1,399,000

The property includes approximately 7 acres of secure fenced heaven for your dogs which includes a beautiful Aspen grove that has been beautifully manicured for the sole enjoyment of your dogs and you. Here, you can lose yourself in the quiet Aspen forest where a gentle breeze whispering softly through the Aspens will soothe your soul An additional 15-20 acres of fenced land suitable for livestock or horses, with the remaining acreage available for grazing and wildlife-watching. There is an excellent building location on the acreage to the east of the home as well.

Improvements

**The Home**

This outstanding architecturally-designed property boasts:

* 3 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms

* Home office

* A grand great room with 20 vaulted ceilings and a massive Colorado moss rock wood-burning fireplace with insert, perfect for cozy gatherings

*Two gorgeous natural stone patios on the west and east sides of the home offer secluded garden views of your own private park full of flowers and Aspens

* Over-sized windows and French doors framing stunning park-like views from every room

* 23 New Champion windows and blinds throughout, including some remote-controlled options

* Sirius Radio wiring throughout the home

* A new gutter system,

*New Boiler for in-floor heat with four heat zones

*New insulation in the crawl space

* Upgraded kitchen features include a new dishwasher, Wolf gas cook-top, Cherry cabinets, Granite countertops, and backsplash

* All faucets have been recently updated throughout the home

*Alarm system installed

*Remote control electric gate (Solar)

*Attic above garage with great storage space

**Additional Features**

* A detached 20 x 30 all-purpose building, heated, insulated, and ideal for hobbies or storage

* Alarm system installed for added security

*Direct TV & Hilltop Dishes that are installed

**Exclusions**

*Generator

*Small Chest Freezer

*Dog Wash Tub

Recreation

There are plenty of outdoor recreational activities available in and around Custer County! Lake DeWeese Reservoir, located just 30 minutes from the property, offers fishing opportunities year-round. Visitors can enjoy fishing for trout, small-mouth bass, and tiger muskie during the summer months, and ice fishing during the winter months.

The Sangre de Cristo Mountain Ranch is a great destination for hiking and fishing enthusiasts. With 52 high-country lakes, visitors can spend days exploring the wilderness and fishing for a variety of fish species. This is a great opportunity for nature lovers to observe wildlife and take in breathtaking mountain views.

For those who prefer to explore the outdoors on foot, the Rainbow Trail offers 126 miles of wilderness adventure. Visitors can hike through the beautiful mountains and possibly even see some of the local wildlife. The trail is also open to horseback riders and smaller ATVs, making it accessible for a variety of outdoor enthusiasts.

Overall, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation in and around Custer County, making this property an attractive location for those who enjoy spending time in nature.

Agriculture

400 acres of open space is available for your horses to graze.

Region & Climate

Westcliffe and Silver Cliff Weather

Climate in Westcliffe/Silver Cliff, Colorado

Westcliffe/Silver Cliff, Colorado gets 14 inches of rain, on average, per year.The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.

Westcliffe/Silver Cliff averages 86 inches of snow per year.The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.

On average, there are 260 sunny days per year in Westcliffe/Silver Cliff.The US average is 205 sunny days.

Westcliffe/Silver Cliffgets some kind of precipitation, on average, 83 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted, you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.

Weather Highlights

Summer High:the July high is around 81 degrees

Winter Low:the January low is 8

Rain:averages 14 inches of rain a year

Snow:averages 70 inches of snow a year

Location

Nestled in a serene part of the countryside, this property is conveniently situated just 20 minutes away from the charming towns of Westcliffe and Silver Cliff. Here, residents can indulge in fantastic shopping, stock up on groceries, and relish fun dining experiences. Further afield, Florence and Canon City, home of the famous Royal Gorge, can be reached in 45 minutes, while a scenic one-hour drive takes you to Salida, where a plethora of amenities await. For those traveling by air, the property is about 1.5 hours’ drive from the Colorado Springs Airport, providing both convenience and accessibility.