18391 3100 Rd, Hotchkiss, CO 81419

This Leroux Creek Ranch is a distinctive offering located on 1700 +/- acres in the quiet mountain town of Hotchkiss Colorado near the Grand Mesa National Forest. This extraordinary property's anchor is an 11,000 square foot lodge that rests high above the neighboring valleys and is seen and admired from miles around. With 10-bedroom suites and 11 bathrooms, the lodge is versatile and can be used as a luxury home, an exceptional hunting property, or for destination events or corporate retreats. The property is teaming with wildlife. Deer, bear, elk, turkey, and mountain lions call home to this land, and the streams are packed with trout and other native fish. The owners of this property have been diligent in clearing areas and providing water tanks up and down the mountains to enhance the wildlife habitat. With the 10 +/- miles of private roads and trails that wind through the property, youll spot an assortment of wildlife as you pass over the gushing waters of the Leroux and Cow Creeks and make your way up into the oak brush and then further up into the sprawling aspens. From the ridge top, youll see the surrounding town, cattle ranches and have a birds-eye view of the stunning lodge. The Lodge has a stamped concrete driveway, adorned with flagstone accents, leads to a massive and striking all-glass front entry. Stepping inside, youre greeted with modern rustic lighting and exposed log beams with an expanse of windows that stretch the length of the great room. During the day, those windows provide spectacular views of the mountains, and at night, the stars drop so close, they seem to fall into the room. The constellations appear as bright and clear as in a planetarium. The open floor plan allows people to gather together in the large areas or retreat to their own private suites. One of the many design features of the property is that there are specific and extraordinary views from every window and angle. The kitchen is large and professionally equipped with a commercial cookstove, double fridge, two dishwashers, marble countertops, and large pantry. Whether youre hosting a crowd or an intimate dinner for two, the well-thought design makes entertaining easy. In the evenings, you can step outside and enjoy a fire around the outdoor fireplace, or play a game on one of the well-manicured lawns. When done with the day, head downstairs into a media room that is equipped with the latest viewing technology, stepped seating and oversized reclining chairs. The Outbuildings - In addition to the lodge, there is a 40 X 60 foot garage with shop and two old log cabins. The garage is the perfect place to store your vehicles, boats, and ATVs. The building has heated concrete floors, a large bathroom, and a brand-new walk-in cooler for preserving and storing meat after the hunt. If needing more space than the garage, there is an attached 20 X 40-foot lean-to where you can store additional equipment or trailers. One of the old log cabins is used for storage, and the other is a rustic bunkhouse, updated with kitchen and bath, for kids or others seeking a somewhat old-west experience.