Historic Homestead Cabin and Acreage in Westcliffe Valley
5081 County Road 140 Westcliffe, CO 80923 – Custer | View on Google Maps
Description
Experience one of the original homesteads in the picturesque Westcliffe Valley! This unique property is enriched with abundant live water sources, including Venable and Alvarado Creek, alongside additional springs and seeps, creating a lush and serene environment. Fully fenced with interior pastures, the land is perfectly suited for various agricultural activities, recreational enjoyment, or a wonderful opportunity to build your dream home on an expansive acreage with breathtaking scenery and views.
The property is adorned with beautiful groves of aspen, pine, and willow trees, enhancing its natural charm while providing cover for wildlife, livestock, and more. Lush hay meadows offer ample opportunities for production or grazing, supported by extensive water rights from the JP Falkenberg and Hiltman & Falkenberg ditches.
The historic log cabin home, originally built in 1873 and refurbished in 2017/2018, features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, a beautiful antique upright pot-bellied wood stove, and entrancing rustic charm. Convenient building sites are available for those looking to expand with a larger home or lodge, utilizing the cabin as a guest home, rental, or entertainment area. Alvarado Creek flows just steps from the front door of the cabin, adding to the property's idyllic setting, peacefulness, and tranquility.
Multiple historic outbuildings, barns, and a tack room provide additional functionality and charm. Wildlife is abundant, with elk, deer, bear, turkey, and more frequently visiting the property, making it a haven for nature lovers and hunters.
Located just minutes from tens of thousands of acres of San Isabel National Forest, the property offers easy access to hiking and riding trails, mountain lakes, and numerous adventure opportunities. Full amenities are conveniently available in nearby Westcliffe, including shopping, dining, tourist attractions, and hardware stores.
This property combines historical significance, natural beauty, and modern conveniences, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a blend of history, agriculture, and outdoor recreation. To learn more about this wonderful opportunity, contact Whitetail Properties Accredited Land Consultant Jerrod Meyer today!
Summary
Property
Property Type
Recreational Land, Hunting Land
Road Frontage
County Road
Road Surface
Gravel
Fencing
Low
Outbuildings
Barn, Garage
Land Details
Pasture
Timber
Grass
Hay
Approximate Distances
| 7 | Westcliffe |
| 63 | Pueblo |
| 31 | Texas Creek |
| 62 | Walsenburg |
| 46 | Florence |
Utilities
electric: onsite
sewer: onsite
water: onsite
Improvements/Features
Small Game, Big Game, Predators, Creek/Spring, Wetlands, Livestock Facilities, Water Control Structures, Irrigation System, Gated Entrance, Surface Only
Details
- One of the original homesteads in the Westcliffe Valley
- Abundant live water including Venable and Alvarado Creek, with additional springs and seeps.
- Full fenced with interior pastures
- Beautiful aspen, pine, and willow groves
- Lush hay meadows for production or grazing
- Extensive water rights from JP Falkenberg and Hiltman & Falkenberg ditches
- 1 bed/1 bath quaint log cabin home built in 1873, refurbished in 2017/2018
- Convenient building sites for larger home or lodge
- Alvarado Creek flows just steps from the front door of the cabin
- Multiple historic outbuildings, barns, and tack room
- Wildlife frequent the property including elk, deer, bear, turkey, and more
- Minutes to tens of thousands of acres of San Isabel National Forest
- Hiking and riding trails, mountain lakes, and other adventure opportunities
- Full amenities just minutes away in Westcliffe including shopping, dining, tourist attractions, and hardware
- Located in Colorado Hunting Unit GMU #86
- No owner financing options available
- Property boundary lines are approximate
Area Links
Other
Coordinates
38.087, -105.542
Annual Taxes
$573
