Property
ActiveLand
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$249,999

16479 Essex Road

Platteville, CO 80651
0
Beds
0
Baths
0
SqFt
2.99
Acres
RECOLORADO
#5666455
Updated: May 27, 2026, 4:45pm

Property Description

Escape the city and build your dream lifestyle on this premier 3-acre lot in the prestigious Pelican Lake Ranches! This rare property offers the perfect topography for a walk-out basement, capturing views of the snow-capped Rocky Mountains and the serene Milton Reservoir.

Designed for those who crave space and versatility, this lot is horse-friendly and allows for outbuildings, providing plenty of room for your custom home, a workshop, and/or private stables.

As a resident of Pelican Lake Ranch, you gain access to resort-style amenities across 3,500 acres of rolling hills and nature preserves, including:
- Water Recreation: Fishing (stocked pond), paddle boarding, and canoeing on Lake Cristina, plus a lakeside pavilion.
- Equestrian Paradise: Miles of riding trails, a cross-country jump course, multiple arenas, and community horse lots.
- Active Living: A swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, putting green, and a modern playground. Also available RV/Boat storage area.
- Community Hub: A staffed community center, "out of the weather" mail room, and several covered BBQ/picnic areas for entertaining.

Whether you are looking to watch the sunset over the mountains from your back deck or enjoy a morning ride through the bird estuaries, this property offers a unique opportunity to build a custom retreat without sacrificing community luxuries. Your vision of rural Colorado living starts here.

Property Details

Construction
Also Marketed As
Land
Is Incorporated
Yes
Site & Exterior
Current Use
Residential
Electric
110V220 Volts
Fencing
None
Horse
Yes
Horse Amenities
Arena
Lot Features
Master PlannedOpen SpaceRolling SlopeSecludedSloped
Lot Number
128
Lot Size Acres
2.99
Lot Size Area
2.99
Lot Size Square Feet
130244.4
Lot Size Units
Acres
Road Frontage Type
PublicYear Round
Road Responsibility
Private Maintained Road
Road Surface Type
Paved
Utilities
Electricity AvailableNatural Gas Available
Vegetation
Natural State
View
LakeMeadowMountain(s)
Water Source
Public
Zoning
Residential
Zoning Jurisdiction
County
Financials
Association Fee
300
Association Fee Annual
300.00
Association Fee Frequency
Annually
Association Fee Includes
Maintenance Grounds
Association Fee Total Annual
300.00
Contract Earnest Check To
Guardian Title Agency
Contract Min Earnest
3000.00
Documents Available
HOA Docs Available
Ownership
Agent Owner
Parcel Number
R8211200
Special Listing Conditions
None
Special Taxing District
Yes
Tax Annual Amount
4759
Tax Legal Description
C1BDE L128 BEEBE DRAW FARMS & EQUESTRIAN CENTER CORRECTED 1ST FILING
Tax Year
2025
Title Company
Guardian Title Agency

Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Community & Association
Association Amenities
ClubhousePlaygroundPoolTennis Court(s)Trail(s)
Association Management Type
Professionally Managed
Association Name
Bebee Draw Farms Homeowners AssociationInc.
Association Phone
3039446761
Association U R L
Metro District U R L
Restrictions Covenants
Yes
Subdivision Name
Pelican Lake Ranch
Schools
Ratings
Elem. District
Weld County RE-1
Middle District
Weld County RE-1
High District
Weld County RE-1
Listing provided courtesy of RECOLORADO via IDX. Updated: May 27, 2026, 4:45pm.
Jennifer Ranum

Listing Agent

Lori Moore Realty, LLC

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