Experience Top of the World, an extraordinary 56-acre legacy property just 20 scenic minutes from Telluride. Home to the historic Cowboy Heaven homesite, this remarkable parcel offers gently rolling meadows, mature trees, abundant elk and mule deer, and multiple spectacular building sites with panoramic San Juan Mountain views. Unlike many luxury communities, the architectural guidelines allow a thoughtfully sized custom home, creating the perfect private mountain retreat. A new high-producing well, conventional power, year-round access, Specie Creek along the western boundary, and a historic pond make this property ready for your vision. Enjoy world-class skiing, dining, festivals, hiking, fly fishing, and endless recreation just minutes away, while returning home to peace and privacy.
A rare opportunity to own nearly 40 acres on Hastings Mesa, where expansive mountain vistas, remarkable privacy, and abundant sunshine create an exceptional setting for your future Colorado retreat. Overlooking the San Miguel River Valley with dramatic views of the San Juan Mountains, this property offers a unique combination of seclusion and accessibility just a short drive from Telluride. A well-appointed yurt and generous deck provide an ideal place to experience the land immediately, while included architectural plans offer a head start toward a custom residence. Located within Old Elam Ranch, owners enjoy the convenience of a community water system along with HOA-maintained roads and winter snow removal.
COWBOY HEAVEN 108 ACRES TOP OF THE WORLD NEAR TELLURIDE Some properties are simply land. Others become part of the history of a place. Cowboy Heaven is one of those rare properties. Located approximately 20 minutes west of Telluride within the highly regarded Top of the World community, this extraordinary offering combines Lots G and H into 108 acres of exceptionally versatile Colorado landor allows them to remain as two separate parcels of approximately 54 acres each. The property offers a rare combination of privacy, scale, history and flexibility, creating an opportunity to build a truly remarkable family compound, legacy retreat or private mountain ranch. The land unfolds across open pastures, rolling hills, mature trees and ponds, with elk and deer regularly moving across the property. Specie Creek flows along the western side, while dramatic mountain views stretch southward and toward Telluride. Each parcel has its own excellent well, electric power in place and year-round access via maintained roads. Each parcel may accommodate a main residence, ADU and barn, offering exceptional flexibility for a future estate, guest accommodations, equestrian use or a multigenerational retreat. But what makes this property truly extraordinary is its history. The former ranch home and barn on the southern parcel are protected historic structures and enduring reminders of the rugged men and women who once called this remote corner of Colorado home. More than a century ago, the ranch became known as Cowboy Heaven, a nickname that has endured and speaks to the independent, hard-working and occasionally rowdy character of those who lived and gathered here. Today, the opportunity is yours to become the next steward of this remarkable piece of Colorado history. Imagine waking to wide-open mountain views, riding or hiking across your own 108 acres, watching wildlife move through the pastures, or creating a home designed specifically for the people you love. Yet the world-renowned slopes, restaurants, festivals, shopping and golf of Telluride are only about 30 minutes away. Fly-fishing on the San Miguel River is just minutes away, while miles of public lands and exceptional opportunities for hiking, camping, hunting, horseback riding, four-wheeling and exploring are close at hand. Whether you envision a spectacular private estate, a family compound, a mountain retreat or simply acquiring and preserving a remarkable piece of Western Colorado history, Cowboy Heaven offers something increasingly difficult to find: scale, freedom, character and a story worth passing on. This is more than 108 acres. It is an opportunity to create your own Cowboy Heavenand leave something extraordinary for the generations who follow.
A Rare 52.6-Acre Colorado Legacy Property Just 20 Minutes From Telluride Opportunities to own more than 50 acres of beautiful, view-rich land this close to Telluride are becoming exceptionally rare. Lot G in the renowned Top of the World community offers 52.6 acres of expansive mountain meadows, dramatic views, year-round access, established power, a strong well, and the freedom to create an extraordinary Colorado retreat. Beautifully configured and naturally suited for a private ranch, luxury mountain home, or family legacy property, this is land that allows you to dream big while enjoying the remarkable lifestyle of Southwest Colorado. Building guidelines allow for a thoughtfully sized main residence, ADU, and barn, creating tremendous flexibility for a primary residence, guest accommodations, horses, recreational vehicles, workshops, and the pursuits that make Colorado living so rewarding. Build immediately or secure the property now and take your time creating the Colorado dream you've always envisioned. The location is exceptional. Telluride is approximately 20 minutes away, Ridgway about 30 minutes, and Montrose less than an hour. The San Miguel River is only minutes away with public access for exceptional fishing, rafting and camping, while nearby public lands offer outstanding hunting, hiking, horseback riding, four-wheeling and exploration. Specie Creek borders the eastern side of the property, and an established pond adds another distinctive element to this already remarkable landscape. Perhaps most compelling is the property's potential to become something truly special. Lot H, immediately to the south and home to the historic Cowboy Heaven ranch, is also available, creating a rare opportunity to assemble more than 100 acres of exceptional Colorado land just outside Telluride. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, a luxury mountain ranch, or simply a spectacular place to build and enjoy for generations, this property offers a combination of acreage, location, views, and opportunity that is increasingly difficult to find near Telluride.
Top of the World is one of the most coveted mountain enclaves in the Telluride region, offering an extraordinary opportunity to own 56 pristine acres just twenty scenic minutes from Telluride. Rich in Colorado history and surrounded by spectacular alpine landscapes, this remarkable property is home to the legendary Cowboy Heaven homesitea place that honors the rugged pioneers and ranching heritage of Specie Mesa while offering an exceptional setting for your own mountain legacy. The land is breathtaking. Gently rolling meadows, mature stands of native trees, and wide-open pastures create an unforgettable landscape where elk and mule deer roam freely throughout the seasons. Fully fenced and remarkably usable, the acreage offers multiple premier building sites, each carefully positioned to capture sweeping mountain panoramas, vibrant sunsets, and views of the historic neighboring ranchlands that define this iconic corner of Southwestern Colorado. Unlike many luxury mountain communities, Top of the World provides the flexibility to build a thoughtfully designed custom residence without requiring an oversized estate. Architectural guidelines allow a more modestly sized main home, creating the perfect opportunity for those seeking refined mountain living with timeless elegance rather than excess. Essential infrastructure is already in place, including a newly completed high-producing well, conventional electrical service, and year-round access via well-maintained roads. Specie Creek meanders along the property's western boundary, while a historic pond enhances the beauty, wildlife habitat, and peaceful character of this extraordinary setting. From your future home, world-class skiing, fine dining, art galleries, music festivals, and year-round events in Telluride are only minutes away. Equally convenient are the ranchlands and recreation of Norwood and Colorado's celebrated West End, offering endless opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, fly fishing on the nearby San Miguel River, rafting, and exploring some of the state's most spectacular public lands. For buyers seeking an even more significant mountain holding, the adjoining 54-acre parcel is also available, creating an exceptional 110-acre legacy estate with two productive wells, unparalleled privacy, and multiple world-class building sites. Properties of this calibercombining history, privacy, exceptional infrastructure, abundant wildlife, and close proximity to Telluriderarely become available. Top of the World isn't simply a place to build a home; it's a place to create a lasting Colorado legacy.
This spectacular 76.1 acre parcel is one of most beautiful properties in Brown Ranch. Located on one of the highest parcels in the development, the land features zig-zag rail fencing, mature Ponderosa pines and aspen trees, and panoramic view of the Sneffels Range, the Wilson and Dolores Ranges, Lizard Head, Little and Lone Cone, and the La Sal Range in Utah. The property also features several beautiful, level potential building sites, underground utilities at two locations, a bark mulch road and walking path, a platform glamping tent, and proven wells on adjacent properties. Large neighboring ranch properties assure privacy and plenty of elbow room. About 30 minutes to Telluride, 20 minutes to Ridgway, and 20 minutes to Cornerstone Golf Club. Call for gate code.
Enjoy sweeping views of the San Juan Mountains from this scenic 80-acre property, located just 25 miles from Telluride. Rolling meadows, a seasonal pond, and abundant wildlife create an ideal setting for those seeking privacy and outdoor recreation. The property borders Colorado state land and is just minutes from National Forest, providing exceptional access to public lands for hiking, hunting, horseback riding, and year-round recreation. With no HOA and the potential to be subdivided into two parcels, the property offers exceptional flexibility for a private ranch or mountain retreat.
Located on scenic Wilson Mesa, Lot 66 offers a serene mountain setting among magnificent old-growth aspens and towering spruce. Enjoy views of Little Cone and Boskoff Peak while listening to the soothing sounds of Elk Creek bordering the property. At 9.85 acres-larger than the average parcel in Wilson Mesa Ranch-this exceptional homesite offers year-round access just 15 miles from Telluride, offering the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. In addition, the property is directly adjacent to 83 acres of US Forest Service land and 415 acres of Wilson Mesa Homeowners open space, allowing direct access to hundreds of acres for hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and the natural enjoyment of the beautiful San Juan Mountains.
With almost 400' of prime San Miguel River frontage, near Fall Creek, Lots 51 & 52 feature open southern exposure year round and spectacular river recreation featuring prime rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing. Just east of Fall Creek Road on the San Juan Skyway - this gorgeous locale with canyon and red rock cliffs, is a spectacular 17 minutes drive to Telluride. The 2 lots are in the process of being combined for development flexibility with initial plans being worked on with the county that are available upon request. The combined properties are a spectacular opportunity to build and own a lifestyle few will ever attain. Just close enough to Telluride to benefit from all it offers and just far enough away to feel like your own private riverside retreat. Jump in - The water is fine.
Perched atop the edge of the escarpment in the Peninsula subdivision, this remarkable 35-acre parcel offers arguably one of the most private settings and most expansive view corridors in the entire peninsula community. Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the property feels like your own private sanctuary in the heart of the San Juan Mountains.Views are expansive stretching from Lone Cone across to Little Cone and Dolores Peak, to the San Miguel River Valley, to the Telluride Box Canyon, to Mears Peak, North Pole Peak, and beyond. To the west, unforgettable sunsets paint the sky in brilliant color, creating a spectacular backdrop year-round. The land is forested with mature ponderosa pines, aspens, Douglas firs, and Gambel oak, while vibrant wildflowers blanket the landscape throughout the summer months. There are multiple flat and easily buildable homesites to choose from to design your ideal mountain retreat.Peaceful, tranquil, and immersed in nature, this property captures everything that makes the San Juans so extraordinary while remaining conveniently located just 40 minutes from Telluride, Ridgway, and Norwood--making it the perfect basecamp for skiing, hiking, biking, fishing, and exploring everything the region has to offer.Adding to its appeal, the property lies just outside the San Miguel County housing mitigation fee boundary, offering future owners a significant financial advantage by saving tens of thousands of dollars in initial building costs with the county. Rarely does a parcel combine this level of privacy, scenery, convenience, and long-term value. This is a truly exceptional opportunity to own one of the Peninsula's finest homesites. A generously sized view deck is already in place, allowing you to begin enjoying the property and its spectacular scenery immediately while planning your future mountain home.
An exceptional opportunity for anyone seeking acreage, privacy, and easy access to Telluride. This is an offering of 77 fully usable acres at Brown Ranch. Suitable for a weekend ranch, a primary residence, or a long-term retreat, Brown Ranch is a prized gated community with one of the best private road systems in the county. Homesite enjoys complete privacy with no visible neighbors, a domestic water well is in place, utilities available at the lot line, and it's located less than 25 miles from downtown Telluride. Brown Ranch is quiet, well-managed, and ideal for buyers seeking space without HOA complications. Reliable year-round access makes it easy to enjoy the property in all seasons. Call for gate code.
Perched atop the edge of the escarpment in the Peninsula subdivision, this remarkable 35-acre parcel offers arguably one of the most private settings and most expansive view corridors in the entire peninsula community. Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the property feels like your own private sanctuary in the heart of the San Juan Mountains.Views are expansive stretching from Lone Cone across to Little Cone and Dolores Peak, to the San Miguel River Valley, to the Telluride Box Canyon, to Mears Peak, North Pole Peak, and beyond. To the west, unforgettable sunsets paint the sky in brilliant color, creating a spectacular backdrop year-round.
This isn't just land. It's a high-altitude whisper, a 37-acre conversation with the silence. Up on Specie Mesa, forty minutes west of Telluride, the world drops away, leaving you perched on the edge of something vast and ancient. Here, the wind carries the scent of pine and the distant mirage of mountains poking through a green forest weaving through the tapestry of the landscape. BLM land brushes up against your borders, an open invitation to wander. Solitude is here in spades, yet you're not entirely alone. The friendly faces of ''The Peninsula'' subdivision are close enough for community and far enough for contemplation. They understand the pull of this high country and the need for connection and wide-open spaces. See for yourself. Call for details. And a practical note for those grounded in the tangible: a water well and utilities already grace the property. This breathtaking parcel is waiting for you.
Set on 133 acres within the gated San Juan Ranch community on Horsefly Mesa, this exceptional property offers privacy, infrastructure, and sweeping natural beauty. The homesite is thoughtfully positioned to ensure complete seclusion, without sight-lines to neighboring homes. The property is already equipped with year-round access, a gravel driveway, grid power, and a strong producing well at approximately 12 GPM. From this elevated setting, enjoy unobstructed views of the Sneffels Range, Cimarrons, and Wilson peaks. A rare opportunity to build a legacy mountain retreat that combines privacy, convenience, and breathtaking surroundings.
Colt Meadows Ranch spans across five individual lots totaling 200 acres on Horsefly Mesa, presenting a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of the Telluride region. The property allows for a total density of up to five homes, creating exceptional flexibility for a private compound, family retreat, or legacy ranch. Ideally located just 30 minutes from the town of Ridgway, 45 minutes from Telluride, and approximately 20 minutes from Cornerstone Golf Course, it offers a compelling balance of seclusion and accessibility. The land captures sweeping, unobstructed views of surrounding mountain ranges and wide-open landscapes, complemented by a seasonal creek and pond. With abundant space, privacy, and natural beauty, it's an extraordinary canvas to create a one-of-a-kind mountain retreat.
Discover a rare, private, square 40-acre legacy parcel free from HOA restrictions. Surrounded by massive historic ranching tracts, this trophy property ensures an unreplicable feeling of vast privacy, low density, immense solitude, and grandeur. The entire southern boundary directly borders the Uncompahgre National Forest, offering a seamless gateway into the Lizard Head Wilderness Area and the pristine upper headwaters of the Bilk, Muddy & Magpie basins. Your arrival is framed by a classic Colorado rural setting, entering through rolling ranch land via a legally secured driveway route with construction infrastructure plans underway. The land itself features an ideal blend of topographical majesty. Mature aspen forests & evergreen glades frame a vast, hidden centerpiece meadow with fingers of side pastures extending into the trees to create intimate privacy nooks. Enhanced by a natural spring, absolute water/spring rights, and lush vegetation, the property is a front-row sanctuary to forest and wilderness. The views are utterly stupefying: an in-your-face panorama of the iconic Wilson Range, a dramatic visual portal to Lizard Head, and sweeping, near-360-degree vistas that stretch across the San Juan Mountains to the La Sal Range in Utah. Wilderness Edge is a premier holding for the discerning buyer who demands significant solitude, unparalleled grandeur, and the rare opportunity to enjoy an incredible setting. Call me for a personal tour.
Located just 12 miles west of Telluride. Completely surrounded by 156,214 acres of public lands, this 20.66-acre south-facing parcel offers a private paradise in the heart of nature. The property is uniquely delineated by what is officially designated as the largest Blue Spruce tree in the state of Colorado. This year-round haven is filled with magnificent views, old-growth evergreens, and abundant sunshine. Due to its positioning, it remains shielded from prevailing winds and rarely holds much snow. The property provides total privacy and wildlife galore, yet the location is highly accessible. It is a safe and easy 20-minute scenic drive to Telluride and a short walk to Sawpit for supplies or fishing in the San Miguel River.
This rustic retreat offers the ultimate in privacy and quiet at the end of the road, adjacent to public land. Situated just five miles off the highway and a scenic 30-minute drive from Telluride or Ridgway. Far from the ''madding crowd'' on the escarpment over Leopard Creek Canyon, the property features mature Ponderosa pines, large Aspen groves, and Gambel Oak trees.The location boasts mountain views in every direction: northeast to Mount Hayden, west to the La Sals in Utah, and southwest to the spectacular peak of Lone Cone, the western most fourteener in the Rocky Mountains. The yurt is comfy and cozy even on long winter nights. The deck is ideal for relaxing in comfort. It is truly a paradise for those seeking a private sanctuary with a stunning vantage point.
This rustic retreat offers the ultimate in privacy and quiet at the end of the road adjacent to Public lands. Situated just five miles off the highway and a scenic 30-minute drive from Telluride or Ridgway. Far from the "madding crowd" on the escarpment over Leopard Creek Canyon, the property features mature Ponderosa pines, large Aspen groves, and Gamble Oak trees.The location boasts mountain views in every direction: northeast to Mount Hayden, west to the La Sals in Utah and southwest to the spectacular peak of Lone Cone, the western most fourteener in the Rocky Mountains. The yurt is comfy and cozy even on long winter nights. The deck is ideal for relaxing in comfort. It is truly a paradise for those seeking a private sanctuary with a stunning vantage point over the vastness of the San Juan Mountains.
Discover the ultimate mountain living experience with this exceptional vacant tract of land on Wilson Mesa Ranch, just a short drive from the world-class Telluride Ski Resort. Situate your homesite among the big, beautiful Aspen trees on this stunning 7.7-acre parcel, which lies adjacent to 412 acres of open space with horse pastures, and build your dream residence amidst the breathtaking beauty of the San Juan Mountains. Enjoy views of Lone Cone and Dolores peaks and sunsets by the serene seasonal pond nestled on this property. With privacy, seclusion, and easy year-round access, this property offers a unique blend of tranquility and adventure, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Colorado's high country.
Telluride Renegade Ranch offers a rare chance to own 602 acres of pristine terrain on Hastings Mesa, just 35 minutes from Telluride. This expansive property features diverse landscapes including aspen groves, ponderosa pines, meadows, mountain peaks, and rugged sandstone boulders, providing a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore a private mountaintop with 360-degree views of elk herds, sage grouse, and wild turkeys in their natural habitat. The ranch is primed to develop into a private estate or conservation area, with existing historic structures adding charm. With its unique blend of adventure and luxury, Telluride Renegade Ranch promises an unparalleled escape into Colorado's Old West. Co-Listed with Jeff Buerger, Hall & Hall
This isn't just land. It's a high-altitude sanctuary, a 37-acre conversation with the silence. Up on Specie Mesa, west of Telluride, the world drops away. Here, the wind carries the scent of pine and the mirage of mountains poking through a green forest. BLM land brushes up against the borders, an open invitation to wander. Solitude is here in spades, yet not entirely. The friendly faces of ''The Peninsula'' subdivision are close enough for community and far enough for contemplation. They understand the pull of this high country and the need for connection and wide-open spaces. See for yourself. Call for details. A water well and utilities already grace the property. This breathtaking parcel is waiting for you.
This is it! An affordable 5-acre parcel ideally located between Telluride and Ridgway, Colorado, in the Telluride Pines subdivision within the R1 School District. Enjoy stunning mountain views, expansive open space, and a welcoming community atmosphere that offers privacy without feeling isolated. Build your dream mountain home and experience the best of Colorado living
This is it! An affordable 5-acre parcel ideally located between Telluride and Ridgway, Colorado, in the Telluride Pines subdivision within the R1 School District. Enjoy stunning mountain views, expansive open space, and a welcoming community atmosphere that offers privacy without feeling isolated. Build your dream mountain home and experience the best of Colorado living!
Looking for for a private Mountain retreat well away from the hectic pace of today's world? You just might have found it!Nice views of the La Sals, Dolores, Middle, Dallas, Little Cone and Lone Cone Mountains. Easy year round access, 23 miles from the iconic resort community of Telluride. Just 10 Minutes To The San Miguel River For Fishing, swimming & boating. Top of the World Subdivision has been designed so that no homeowners will see their neighbors. Zoning allows you to build a main home, a guest house and a barn. Underground power is already to the property and cell phone reception is good?. Water rights! End of road privacy. Excellent terrain for biking, hiking, horseback riding, all day sun and a completely private building site.
Placerville is located in Colorado. Placerville, Colorado has a population of 321. Placerville is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 37.72% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 32.16%.
The median household income in Placerville, Colorado is $87,321. The median household income for the surrounding county is $70,965 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Placerville is 57.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 6.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 20.6 inches per year, with 117.5 inches of snow per year.
