Welcome to Slippery Rock River Ranch â?? an outdoor paradise boasting world-class fly-fishing along a private 1,100+ foot stretch of the Dolores River. This compound offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a historic legacy property located between the charming western town of Durango and the upscale resort town of Telluride. This is a site where the Rico-Dolores railroad once passed through. Every detail of this 36+ acre estate has been meticulously crafted and constructed by the award-winning team at Veritas Homes and designer Ashley Campbell and featured in Mountain Living Magazine. At the heart of the compound lies a beautifully designed main lodge featuring a gourmet kitchen, dining and game room, as well as an upstairs loft space. Adorned with folding glass doors that overlook the river, the lodge opens onto a covered deck with heated dining space and a brand new hot tub. Trails meander from the lodge to the river's edge or to a stocked fishing pond with its own beachfront. Main lodge by a covered breezeway, to four distinctively appointed bedrooms which offer luxurious accommodations. Additionally, a charming historic log cabin, now serves as a yoga studio or workout room. Situated near the southern end of the property are two seasonal riverside glamping tent sites, a second residence that contains a rustic caretaker's barn with an upstairs apartment, a dedicated fly-tying room, as well as two separate 2-car garages â?? one of which doubles as a workshop. The meticulous owners have spared no expense in collaborating with the Army Corps of Engineers to enhance the river's habitat, creating a haven for anglers with world-class fly-fishing opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the nearby Priest Gulch hiking trails, Bear Creek hiking trails and creek, Boggy Draw mountain biking trails, as well as off-road jeep and dirt bike trails. Close by, the historic town of Rico offers unique shopping, restaurants and some additional trail and backcountry access. For winter sports enthusiasts, both Telluride and Durango offer exceptional skiing just a short distance away. Nearby Dolores has convenient shopping at the Dolores Market, numerous cafes and shops and the Dolores River Brewing Company. Whether used as a family retreat or managed by Vacation Rental Collective for short-term rentals, this property offers unparalleled opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and luxury living amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Colorado mountains.
Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Mesa Verde and the serene surroundings of Montezuma County, discover your own slice of paradise on 14.8 acres of pristine land. Welcome to this remarkable 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, where every corner reveals the essence of relaxation and tranquility. As you approach, a sense of serenity envelops you, enhanced by panoramic vistas of the La Platas, Mesa Verde, and the majestic Sleeping Ute Mountain. The beauty of nature seamlessly integrates with the architectural elegance of the residence, creating a haven that's both inviting and awe-inspiring. Step inside to find an impeccably designed interior that exudes warmth and sophistication. The spacious living areas are adorned with high ceilings, oversized windows, and custom finishes, offering an abundance of natural light and sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. A cozy fireplace beckons on chilly evenings, providing the perfect ambiance for relaxation and gatherings with loved ones. The kitchen is a masterpiece, featuring ample cabinet space. Whether you're preparing a casual meal or hosting a lavish dinner party, this space is sure to inspire your inner chef. Retreat to the luxurious master suite, where tranquility awaits. Private access to outdoor patios, this sanctuary offers the ultimate in comfort and privacy. Two additional bedrooms provide plenty of space for guests or family members, each offering their own ensuite bathrooms for added convenience. Outside, the beauty of the property unfolds in every direction. Explore the expansive grounds, where mature trees, lush gardens, create a picturesque backdrop for outdoor activities and leisurely strolls. Enjoy al fresco dining on the spacious patio, or simply relax and soak in the beauty of your surroundings. For those seeking adventure, the wonders of Mesa Verde National Park, McPhee Reservoir, and the Conquistador Golf Course are just moments away, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration. With its unparalleled location, impeccable craftsmanship, and breathtaking views, this extraordinary property offers the ultimate retreat for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Don't miss your chance to make this dream home a reality. Schedule your private tour today and experience the beauty and serenity of this remarkable estate for yourself.
Looking for the perfect small acreage spot to build your dream home with gorgeous views of the La Plata Mountains, Sleeping Ute Mountain, and Mesa Verde? Lot location conveniently located between Dolores and Cortez, less than 10 minutes to either. Nice buildable space ready with many possible home sites. Power has recently been installed on the lot with a transformer to power a large home, sizable work shop, and all the outbuildings you could need (400amp service). Water tap available for purchase through Montezuma Water Company located at Road M for easy install. Covenants allow for modular homes (not manufactured, call to discuss the difference). Property comes with .042cfs of adjudicated water in the Randol Ditch. No HOA.
A true Colorado retreat that is your new basecamp for adventure, this gorgeous custom built home sits on 3 acres and is beautifully surrounded by old growth cedar, pinon and oak trees. The location of the home couldnâ??t be more ideal as it sits along a less traveled country road just a short 1/4 mile walk to National Forest access and the pristine shores of McPhee Lake. Or hop in the car, or better yet on the atv and drive a few minutes to a parking area along the lake that has expansive shoreline access and the perfect spot to launch your non-motorized water toys. The home itself is well appointed and offers 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms function as primary suites to give you the choice of either a main floor primary or use the lower walk-out level as your primary. The lower level is also a perfect spot for guests as well and is where youâ??ll find the entertainment/exercise room that could easily be converted to another bedroom too. On this lower level youâ??ll also find the additional 1 car attached garage which is already fully finished with in-floor heat and could also easily be converted to more living area - currently it is being used as a garage/shop. Perched one floor up from the main living area is the upstairs office with views overlooking the lake making it the ideal spot for inspiration as an artist or for your home office. The main level of the home has an open floor plan with a well appointed kitchen that boasts stone countertops, lovely cabinets and a brand new KitchenAid stainless steel appliance package. The kitchen flows into the dining and living room area, making it the perfect spot for hosting guests. Heading through the living room you can step outside to take in the beauty of the natural surroundings on the stone patio that is complete with a Gazebo and built-in fireplace making it the perfect summer spot. Back inside the house and just around the corner from the kitchen, youâ??ll find the secondary bedroom and a full bath. At the end of the hall you enter the main level primary suite which also has exterior access to the patio area. To round out the home you have a well sized 2 car attached garage, this is in addition to the garage/barn located along the driveway next to the custom chicken coop offering plenty of room for your outdoor equipment, tractor, RV or any other Colorado mountain toys. With such an ideal location, this beautiful custom home is the basecamp for adventure you have been dreaming of and is one you donâ??t want to miss.
Lake View and National Forest Adjacent 35 Acre Tract! Super hard to find tract with views of McPhee Reservoir. Just minutes from the boat launch! This parcel is located on one of the highest points in the Dolores area with 360 degree views of the surrounding mountain ranges including: The Abajo's, The La Platas, Mesa Verde, Sleeping Ute, Lone Cone, Little Cone, the Dolores Group and The Wilsons. You can't find a view with this many peaks!!! The parcel has a ton of National Forest Frontage with direct access to millions of acres of public lands right out your back door. This acreage is located in Hilltop Ranch just below McPhee Reservoir and a little west of Dolores. Utilities are ready to be installed with electric, water and cable to the lot line. Come take a look at this beautiful 35 acres overlooking the entire 4 Corners. Easy to Show!!
Country living and two minutes to town! Located just above Dolores this 4 bedroom home provides stunning vistas in every direction! The large kitchen & dining area offer direct access to the deck where you can take in in the beauty of the surroundings. A great space for entertaining or a quiet evening with family. With its spacious bedrooms and a generously sized living room, this home offers plenty of room for comfortable living. The two-car garage has an additional door providing convenient drive-through access to the opposite side. With an 4th bedroom and 1/4 bath downstairs, you're given the opportunity to have a separate area for guests or has even been utilized for rental purposes in the past. Inside, the home is as inviting as its surroundings. Updates including new lighting fixtures and a remodeled bathroom. The kitchen features solid oak cabinets and a pantry for extra functionality. On the property you'll find a a sprinkler system, pine trees, various fruit trees (Cherry, Apple, Stanley Plum), and the well-maintained garden with raised beds. A chain-link fence adds security, as well as a privacy fence in the back for privacy, while a Basketball slab adds an extra element of fun to the property. In this quiet neighborhood this property seamlessly combines accessibility, views, and thoughtful features, creating a truly exceptional living experience.
Amazing tract of land with 5 massive King Cottonwood trees, year-round creek, nice topography, forest, meadow and views. Unique smaller parcels are hard to find! Great combo home and Barn/Shop!! The home has 4 bedrooms with an office, 2.5ba and the perfect split bedroom floor plan. The master is located on one side of the house with a huge bathroom and closet. You'll love the wrap around deck with tons of privacy and views facing the west side of the property. The 60 X 100 metal building is a huge add value with a 14' door and nice slab where an office should go. The property has a year-round creek running along the western boundary that really gets going during irrigation season. The live water brings in tons of animals and you'll spend plenty of time on the back deck taking it all in. Don't miss this great parcel!!! Give us a call for a tour Today! The property is located just minutes to Cortez/Dolores and right down the block from the Phil's World Trailhead.
15.45 acres with good access and awesome views of the valley and mountains. No HOA and limited covenants just the bare minimum that the county requires which really means no covenants. Electric to lot line and Water is close , within 150 yards from property.
RV PARK - SNUGGLE UP WITH YOUR OWN HOME AND LOTS OF MONTHLY INCOME OR KEEP IT ALL BUSINESS! Cozy Comfort RV Park is tucked into the trees yet being in the midst of all that goes on in Dolores Colorado. Across Railroad Ave. is one of the Dolores City Parks with public access to the Dolores River, West is the School and thousands of acres of BLM/Forest to the East. Cozy RV Park is one of only two RV Parks in town offering 11 RV sites (long term, short term and nightly); 2 glamping sites (currently storage units for Park), one 2BR1BA VRBO unit and the Parks office has full service bathrooms, coin operated laundry mat and dumping station available. The VRBO has just been renovated for the recently approved short term rental permit within the Town (financial benefits are now starting from that unit). Lots of options for the adorable VRBO: Your Home; keep as a VRBO; or rent it out long term (estimated $1200-1500/mo). The two glamping sites would be ideal replacements for the current storage shed and single carport adding additional income. This is a great hospitality opportunity or keeping a monthly income as you move towards retirement. Buyers must reapply for the short term rental permit as permits are not transferrable.
THE CUTE LITTLE CABIN BORDERING THE MCPHEE RESERVIOR (second largest reservoir in Colorado), to be so close to the National Forest and enjoy the scenery of the reservoir for miles and miles. The character of the 1200sf cabin fits the location, two bedroom, one full bath, open kitchen with a bar for eating and viewing the tranquilly of wildlife, natural surroundings and MCPHEE RESERVIOR!!! CAN'T BEAT IT!!! Very comfortable interior with Aspen walls and ceilings, large windows, heating consist of split system, wood and pellet stove. Use the patio door off of living area to the covered Trex deck in front of home. Home has a newer propanel roof, a nice chain link fence surrounds part of the property that is wooded and natural. There is an attached carport on both ends of home plus a 30' x 40' large detached shop/garage with a 13' tall garage door, shelving, electric and heat. Additional small shed for lawn tools, etc. A deck is close to lake to relax and enjoy the lake plus a great spot to build your dream home. Just think of the proximity to recreational activities in our area such as boating, rafting, fishing, hiking, hunting , camping, skiing, etc,.
Here's your opportunity to own an exceptional piece of property close to the highly coveted West Fork of the Dolores River area and Dunton Hot Springs. It can also be accessed from the Dolores/Norwood Road 526 not far from McPhee Reservoir access. This whole area is surrounded by an abundance of public lands for all of your outdoor adventures and exploring. Electric service is to property ensuring easy access to power.
Here's your opportunity to own an exceptional piece of property close to the highly coveted West Fork of the Dolores River area and Dunton Hot Springs. It can also be accessed from the Dolores/Norwood Road 526 not far from McPhee Reservoir access. This whole area is surrounded by an abundance of public lands for all of your outdoor adventures and exploring. Electric service is to property ensuring easy access to power.
EXTREMLY NICE CUSTOM-BUILT TIMBER FRAME STUCCO HOME located about 6 miles west of Dolores. Minutes to McPhee and Narraguinnep Reservoir for boating, skiing, fishing, swimming and water sports. These two Main Suite bedrooms and two bathrooms (1 with steam shower and jacuzzi tub) home has lot of extras custom construction. The focal point when entering the home from the front courtyard is the classy concrete floors with GEOTHERMAL in floor heat, TIMBER FRAME ceiling and gas fireplace. Lots of light when you approach the large windows looking into the back courtyard with the Kiva Fireplace, built in outdoor grill, complete with speaker, views of the SLEEPING UTE, MESA'S and the untouched wooded and treed terrain in the back yard. The structure has 6" thick walls, 8" thick roof, structural insulated panels (energy efficient), custom doors, custom distressed maple cabinets in the kitchen. The Gourmet Kitchen has a wet bar with solid core custom made doors, Wolf Range, Vent-A-Hood, Pot Filler, Stainless Steel Appliances. Nice bonus is the attached heated two car garage and the 30 AMP PLUG on the side of the garage for an RV. Engineered septic was pumped 3 years ago.
Unique opportunity to own Dolores Canyon property. With over 7 acres and a home site this property has potential for a dream property. Just across the road to the Dolores River, bordering 76,000+ acres of BLM land, and without HOA and covenants. 12 minutes to Dolores, 1 hour to downtown Durango, 1:15 to Telluride, and 30 minutes to Mesa Verde National Park. This property is located perfect home base for those who love exploring SouthWest Colorado.
This river front lot is gorgeous in the winter with the snow but it's even more beautiful in the spring through the fall! The paved road goes right past the driveway for year round access. There's room to build your dream home with great views. With RV hookups this is a perfect place for a beautiful get-away or it's your headquarters for exploring the entire southwest corner of Colorado and the southern San Juan Mountains. The West Fork River flows into the Dolores River above this lot so sitting and watching the river flow by will never get old. The electric and the well are are installed with lines running to both ends of the lot with the septic and the RV hookup on the south side of the lot. The well permit water is for a house and includes augmentation water for 1 acre of irrigation as long as there isn't a drought going on. The lot is on the west side of the river. If you haven't sat next to a river in a while, you need to come check this lot out!
Breathtaking sunsets, views of the San Juans, Mesa Verde, the Sleeping Ute, and the Blues! This well maintained energy efficient 3br. 3 bath home sits at the top of a knoll overlooking the entire Cortez Basin and more. Upon entering the home you walk into an open airy space that includes the living room and the kitchen. Off the main floor are two sliding glass doors that open up to a massive covered deck that wraps around three sides of the home making it a great place to watch the sunset and take in the sparkling lights of Cortez. Upstairs are two bedrooms with doors that open up to the deck off the master suite. Downstairs an additional living space has been created with hickory floors and a third bedroom. There's a wood stove upstairs and a custom built fireplace/cooking hearth downstairs. Also, downstairs has an extra room that's been wired for a sauna. Outside on the north end of the home a 120 volt electrical hookup for an RV is in place. On just under 18 acres of rolling forested terrain you get the privacy you want but also the convenience of being close to Cortez and Dolores. Schedule a showing today!!
This stunning Michelle Martin designed 3 bed/3 bath home with easy access to Dolores and Cortez is perfectly situated to take in the breathtakingly panoramic views on 8+ acres. The beautifully designed and appointed home has an open floor plan with custom details and artistic touches throughout every inch. The open and vaulted living room has a wonderful fireplace to create a warm and inviting space, with large Anderson windows and a French door that showcase the spectacular views and lush landscape surrounding the property. The kitchen features granite counters, stainless appliances and custom cabinets. There are two spacious bedroom suites (one is currently being used as a studio), a guest bedroom and a separate office. The vaulted ceilings, custom tile shower and soaking tub in the current master suite make it an oasis within your home. The second master suite has a two sided fireplace to add to the coziness. Central heat and air conditioning keep you comfortable no matter what time of year. Exterior finishes include wood siding with rust painted metal, natural stone wainscotting, and post and beam details, with rain gutters all the way around. A sprinkler system allows you to keep your landscaping looking lush while relaxing on your 760 square feet of covered porches. The detached two car garage is connected to the home with an attractive covered breezeway. Also on the property is a 568 square foot shop (could easily be converted to guest quarters!), an 8' x 12' garden shed and a 20' x 15' outbuilding. Great care has been taken to make this home a sanctuary for the senses. You truly have to see it to believe it! Schedule a showing today!
This well maintained, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on over 5 acres of beautifully landscaped yard and irrigated hayfield on the corner of Lebanon and Road T.5 in Dolores, CO! The home is very solid on a permanent foundation with heavy duty pro panel metal roofing. There is new flooring throughout the home including premium wood laminate plank flooring, tile and carpet as well as several newly updated windows. There are two wood pellet stoves and a forced air gas furnace to keep the home warm in the winter as well as a sun room along the south side of the home with large windows to generate passive solar. The mature trees surrounding the house provide shade in the summer, including mature, productive walnut trees and fruit trees! The large, sunny garden area gives ample space for gardeners. There is a tack room, storage locker, shed and carport on the property for all of your storage needs and with 220 v electrical service, as well as a chicken coop. The pasture is fully fenced and cross fenced with two run-in shelters for horses or livestock. The 3 shares of MVI water included keep the yard and garden area green and lush and irrigate the hay pasture. All of the irrigation pipe is included in the sale. There is a small pond that hold irrigation water to water livestock. No covenants so you can bring all of the animals. Seller currently grazes two horses and gets two cuttings of hay, averaging 160 bales, per season. Located close to McPhee reservoir and Boggy Draw for easy access to riding trails, but also close to Cortez and Dolores for convenient shopping. This property is country living at its finest! Call for a showing today!
This turn-key hobby farm sits fully-fenced on 8.68 acres with vast views from Sleeping Ute to the Mesa Verde plateau. The quaint ranch-style home has been remodeled to catch the south facing sun and the stunning views of the Montezuma Valley from an added sun room. The home has radiant floor heat and woodstove. The single story layout creates a air of openness and light. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 remodeled bathrooms. Newly installed decks around the house and shop make a great outdoor entertaining area, complete with hot tub. The home has had many improvements and upgrades including a new hot water heater, a newly pumped septic, new custom hickory kitchen cabinets, new windows and new stucco. A timber-framed addition to the front of the house provides a shaded porch and carport. Two outbuildings have been improved to provide guest quarters, a home gym and working space, and can easily be converted to additional living quarters. The main house is surrounded by mature trees, complete with a tree house. A productive heritage apple orchard of 40 apple trees and 2 pear trees is fully irrigated by a side roll gated pipe with the six shares of MVI water rights that the property comes with. The property is abundant with grass and a large productive garden, has two ponds for extra water storage and is sectioned off with fencing, which makes an excellent horse property. This is a great start-up homestead.
Stoner Mountain Ranch on the West Dolores!!! Simply one of the Best River Ranches along the West Fork. Massive river frontage on this 40 acre parcel with a 1/4 mile of private water adjacent to National Forest. You can't believe this setting with big meadows, Aspen/Spruce Forests, private river bench, huge shared pond and irrigation rights. Bring your horses! This property is the perfect Summer getaway for your animals with amazing access to public lands in every direction. There's a trailhead right across the street! The property includes 2 houses, Cowboy Bunkhouse/Bar, Detached 4 Car Garage, RV-Hookups and green house. The Main house is a 2300sf 3bd, 2.5ba with rustic log siding and wrap around deck overlooking the property. The guest house is a 1200sf 2bd, 1.5ba right on the West Dolores. Dip a fly-rod from the deck!! The Cowboy Bunkhouse/Bar is the over flow and meeting area for the ranch with a huge Bar Rec-Room and additional bunk room. This property has all the character and ambiance of a true Western Ranch. Don't miss your opportunity to own a real Legacy Property along the West Dolores!
AWESOME LARGE HOME With over 2000 SF of main floor living area, Large kitchen, dining, and open to huge living room with tons of windows for natural light! Everything you need is on this main floor, 2 good sized bedrooms, additional office area or bedroom, (has closet and outside access), 1 full bathroom, 1/2 bath for guests, large laundry, huge pantry, and even your own espresso station! Walk outside to the huge deck overlooking the awesome canyon below, great area to take in the views and wildlife from your private oasis! But wait, upstairs you'll find a huge master suite with a bathroom that's just made for RELAXATION!!! Great soaker tub, and tons of room in this over 1000 sf master suite!!! Continue utilizing as an awsome bedroom with walk out upper deck, or convert to a great game room, or the perfect huge home office! Home has been updated/painted. Guest quarters/Casita, (VRBO/AirB&B) attached to garage, brings INCOME!
PINON HILLS SUBDIVISION is located between two Reservoirs that are not only easy on the eyes, but are great places for recreational activities. There won't be a shortage of views, as you can enjoy the calming views of sunset behind the Ute Mountain, the sunrise over the La Platas, and the surrounding mountain ranges. You can sit back on this 3.45 acres and take it all in as you relax at the home you build on this secluded property. Utilities are available at the lot line to make this happen. Wildlife and the open skies, as well as the proximity to nearby towns such as Dolores, Cortez, Mancos and Telluride make this the perfect spot to hang our hat.
Stunning 9 acres nestled back in a canyon. Year around adjudicated water running from Simon Draw. The property is very lush and green with many mature shade trees. Lots of opportunity awaiting as you can remodel and update current residence or start new with the build of your dreams. Property has NO HOA or Covenants allowing for Manufactured or Modular home. Do not miss out on this perfect piece, only 4 miles to Dolores and just 7 miles to Cortez. Call today for a showing!
Classic Victorian in Downtown Dolores! Walking distance to everything: The Dolores River, Joe Rowell River Park, the River Trail, Lake McPhee, downtown Dolores and much more. Ride your bike right out your front door along the McPhee Overlook trail to the entire Boggy Draw Trail system above Dolores. This 2700sf 1898 Victorian has been remodeled over the years and is ready to be moved in and enjoyed. There are a total of 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths between two buildings. The detached 2 car garage with Rec Room and guest bedroom was constructed in 2015. There's also a third building that can be used for storage, a workshop or a bike garage. You'll really enjoy the outdoor living spaces and views of the Dolores River Canyon. This property is super low maintenance and the entire property can be managed in about 2hrs a week in the Summer. Spend your time enjoying your life not maintaining your property! This is a 130 year old house-- Large Sandstone block foundation, lead-based paint and all the quirks of a Victorian of this age.
Whether your passion is gardening, entertaining, horsemanship, or just the quiet enjoyment of mountain views from the patios, this one of a kind home has it all! Located between Cortez and Dolores in Sunset Estates, this property has been landscaped with a variety of gorgeous trees including Paper Bark Maple, Pear, Conifer, Mountain Ash, Horse Chestnut, and Blue Spruce along with a seasonal variety of bountiful flowers. A misting courtyard keeps you cool on warm summer days and is complete with a waterfall nestled amidst the rock walls. The home is a southwest stucco design with a tile roof and many unique features. The master bedroom opens to the courtyard on one side and, with beautiful french doors on the other side, to a huge newly constructed deck facing the western sky and views of the sleeping Ute. A newly installed master bath is complimented with custom cabinets, jacuzzi tub, large tiled shower, double vessel sinks, and a large walk-in closet. Additional bedroom has been completely remodeled as a reading room with beautiful built-in library shelves, custom barn door closet and hardwood floor all with the beautiful beetle kill Pine. Ceiling fans throughout. A separate 2 car garage or workshop, guest house with a full bathroom and its own separate septic system, a hobby or art building, open barn with a tack room, and a greenhouse complete this gorgeous estate. Split rail fencing surrounds the house and 2 vegetable gardens are ready for harvest. One garden is enclosed by 6' high chain link fencing and a second garden has 8 custom built raised garden beds. The underground irrigation system offers a 12 station watering grid. Automatic timed landscape lighting strategically placed throughout gardens and bollards light the driveway from road to house. Two ponds bring in waterfowl year round. Water rights deeded with the property as well and paid annually through the Sunset Estates Water Users HOA.
Dolores is located in Colorado. Dolores, Colorado has a population of 865. Dolores is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 23.88% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 28.74%.
The median household income in Dolores, Colorado is $24,747. The median household income for the surrounding county is $58,335 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Dolores is 38.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 85.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 15.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 17.7 inches per year, with 66.2 inches of snow per year.
