Property Description

Looking for that Salida-area mountain property with privacy, big sky, and serious space to breathe? This 40-acre off-grid homestead 13 miles outside of Salida is not for everyone, but for the right soul, it is everything. Perched high with top-of-the-world views you have to see to believe, this southwest-inspired straw bale home blends durability with unique charm. Well-insulated and thoughtfully designed, it captures passive solar warmth through its southern exposure, filling the space with natural light year-round. Wind generated power is also utilized to keep the home fully functional. Inside, tiled floors and countertops, handcrafted cabinets with southwest flair, a window over the kitchen sink with views all the way to Salida, and a cozy wood-burning stove in the Great Room create a warm, grounded feel - especially during those crisp mountain evenings. The layout includes a primary bedroom with patio access, an en suite bathroom, and a walk-in tiled shower. A second bedroom (or ideal office) includes a loft space for whimsical versatility. Step outside to a private patio where the silence stretches for miles and the stars overhead are your neighbors. This home is not for the faint of heart - it is for the ones who thrive beyond the grid, who seek quiet over convenience, and who see 40 acres not as work, but as freedom. Well allows for an additional home, 1 acre lawn/garden, and domestic animals. Home is located along a private road in which you must be accompanied by a broker (sorry, no drive bys). Note: This is one of 3 adjacent properties being offered for sale, giving you an opportunity to purchase 120 acres with a total of 3 homes if desired. Watch the video at book.emeraldrealestatemedia.com/2457594 then reach out today for a showing!

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Included Appliances

OvenRefrigeratorWasher

Property Details

Interior

Above Grade Finished Area

1751

Appliances

OvenRefrigeratorWasher

Building Area Total

1751

Cooling

None

Fireplace Features

Wood Burning Stove

Fireplaces Total

1

Flooring

ConcreteTile

Furnished

Unfurnished

Green Energy Efficient

Exposure/Shade

Heating

Passive SolarWood Stove

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s)No StairsOpen FloorplanVaulted Ceiling(s)

Living Area

1751

Room Count

7

Security Features

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)Smoke Detector(s)

Window Features

Double Pane Windows

Construction

Also Marketed As

Residential

Architectural Style

Spanish

Building Area Source

Public Records

Common Walls

No Common Walls

Construction Materials

Straw

Direction Faces

Southeast

Entry Location

Ground

Foundation Details

Slab

Levels

One

Roof

Metal

Structure Type

House

Year Built

1999

Site & Exterior

Electric

110V

Garage Spaces

2

Horse

Yes

Horse Amenities

Well Allows For

Issued Well Permit Numbers

211305

Lot Features

Many TreesSecludedSloped

Lot Size Acres

40

Lot Size Area

40

Lot Size Square Feet

1742400

Lot Size Units

Acres

Parking Features

Unpaved

Parking Total

2

Patio And Porch Features

Patio

Power Production Count

2

Road Frontage Type

Private Road

Road Responsibility

Private Maintained Road

Road Surface Type

Dirt

Sewer

Septic Tank

Utilities

Off GridPropane

Vegetation

Natural StatePartially Wooded

View

Mountain(s)

Water Included

Yes

Water Source

Well

Well Type

OperationalPrivate

Well Usage

Domestic

Zoning

AR - Agriculture/Ranching

Financials

Contract Earnest Check To

Title Company

Contract Min Earnest

17000.00

Exclusions

Seller's personal property.

Home Warranty

No

Ownership

Corporation/Trust

Parcel Number

368512100004

Rentals Allowed

Long TermShort Term Lease

Special Listing Conditions

None

Tax Annual Amount

1834

Tax Legal Description

The Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW1/4 NE1/4) of Section 12, Township 50 North, Range 7 East of the New Mexico P.M. (lengthy legal description, see Exhibit A).

Tax Year

2024

Title Company

Central Colorado Title & Escrow

Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Community & Association

Restrictions Other

Short Term Rentals per County restrictions

School Of Choice

Yes

Senior Community

No

Schools

Ratings

Elementary

Longfellow

Middle

Salida

High

Salida

Elem. District

Salida R-32

Middle District

Salida R-32

High District

Salida R-32

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13000 County Road 251

13000 County Road 251

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13000 County Road 251

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