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1544 County Road 45

Salida, CO 81201

RECOLORADO #7035908 Updated: May 6, 2026, 11:30pm
$3,350,000
2 Beds • 2 Baths • 3,200 SqFt
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ActiveResidential
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$3,350,000

1544 County Road 45

Salida, CO 81201
2
Beds
2
Baths
3,200
SqFt
8.72
Acres
RECOLORADO
#7035908
Updated: May 6, 2026, 11:30pm

Property Description

An 1870's restored barn on 1,000 feet of Arkansas River frontage. This unique real estate opportunity is a combined feature of architecture, luxury, & rustic mountain comfort. The gated property is a spacious 8.72 acres that drops you down to the home strategically built into the side of the hill. Traditional "banked barn" designs like this were classically 2 story structures utilized for efficient agriculture with entries on separate levels. Converting the historic lumber & frame into a high end residence worked perfectly with the layout of the lot & proximity to the river. When you walk into the front door, you immediately understand the craftsmanship & care that went into the original construction, then into the restoration onto this site. The beams & posts are beautifully aged dense oak, the entire floor is covered in wide plank Douglas Fir, & every inch is custom or salvaged. Most of the main living area is open with only a few posts for support. An impressive 33 foot tall stone fireplace is the star of the interior. There are large windows around the room & an entire wall of massive doors leading to the 600sqft cedar deck that overlooks the river. A bathroom on the main level has a walk in shower & double vanity. Another bath is located in the loft bedroom upstairs. It is a dreamy open concept space with a soaking claw foot tub & views of the surrounding mountains. Another private bedroom is downstairs by the attached oversized garage. Entertaining in this spot is easy. The kitchen includes GE Monogram appliances but is all low-profile to not disturb the atmosphere of the open room. This property is expandable into the adjacent 4.54 acres downstream. This parcel has beautiful access to a permitted boat ramp & hot springs that cascade into the river. An exceptional opportunity to own one of the finest homes in this part of Colorado away from crowds, but close to skiing, hiking, biking, dining & amenities.
Included Appliances
Bar FridgeCooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveOvenRangeRefrigerator

Property Details

Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
3200
Appliances
Bar FridgeCooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveOvenRangeRefrigerator
Basement
PartialWalk-Out Access
Building Area Total
3200
Cooling
None
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Forced AirWood Stove
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s)Eat-in KitchenFive Piece BathHigh CeilingsKitchen IslandOpen FloorplanSmoke FreeWet Bar
Living Area
3200
Room Count
8
Construction
Also Marketed As
Residential
Architectural Style
Mountain ContemporaryRustic
Building Area Source
Public Records
Construction Materials
FrameOther
Foundation Details
Slab
Levels
Two
Roof
Shingle
Structure Type
House
Year Built
2013
Site & Exterior
Exterior Features
BalconyFire PitLightingPrivate Yard
Fencing
Full
Garage Spaces
2
Issued Well Permit Numbers
294209
Lot Features
Secluded
Lot Size Acres
8.72
Lot Size Area
8.72
Lot Size Square Feet
379843.2
Lot Size Units
Acres
Offstreet Spaces
6
Parking Total
8
Patio And Porch Features
DeckPatio
Road Frontage Type
PublicYear Round
Road Responsibility
Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type
Gravel
Sewer
Septic Tank
Utilities
Electricity ConnectedPropane
Vegetation
MixedNatural State
View
Mountain(s)Water
Water Included
Yes
Water Source
Well
Waterfront Features
River FrontWaterfront
Well Type
Private
Financials
Contract Earnest Check To
Title Company
Contract Min Earnest
40000.00
Documents Available
SurveyWell Permit
Exclusions
Seller's personal property.
Ownership
Individual
Parcel Number
3809203004001
Special Listing Conditions
None
Tax Annual Amount
3587
Tax Legal Description
LOT 1 WELLSVILLE SPRINGS MINOR SUB REC #1007664
Tax Year
2022
Title Company
Central Colorado Title & Escrow

Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Community & Association
Senior Community
No
Subdivision Name
Wellsville Springs
Schools
Ratings
Elementary
Longfellow
Middle
Salida
High
Salida
Elem. District
Salida R-32
Middle District
Salida R-32
High District
Salida R-32
Listing provided courtesy of RECOLORADO via IDX. Updated: May 6, 2026, 11:30pm.
Jeff Post

Listing Agent

Century 21 Community First

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