Waterfront Rocky Mountain Rendezvous! This beautiful large mountain retreat 5990 square foot home sits on a stunning 5.05 acre site with 400 feet of Three Elk Creek running the length of the property with 3 bridges that cross over to the other side of the property. This creek runs year round across the entire backside of the home with most living spaces, bedrooms, decks and lower patio enjoying the views and sounds of Three Elk creek. The land is covered with mature Aspen trees and Pines can be viewed overlooking the creek and across to the charming small guest cabin. There is an entry gate on to the property with 3 acres fenced in a heavily wooded pine forest. Drive up to the mountain home which features a large great room with vaulted ceilings, open remodeled kitchen and large rock fireplace. Walk on to the massive exterior deck to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the creek or sit in the spa/hot tub for an evening soak. This home boasts 8 bedrooms/5 bathrooms/5 fireplaces including a primary suite with a suite style bathroom, soaking jetted tub, large walk in closet, laundry, kitchenette and a private sitting area with a fireplace. Downstairs features a bonus room with a fireplace for gatherings for games or a quiet spot to read a book. Lower access outside to a private patio. Attached 2 car and one car garages. Small cabin and play house are located on the property with plenty of outdoor space to explore. This property comes ready for all activities Colorado Mountain living has to offer with snowmobiles, raft with paddles, life jackets, John Deere tractor, snow blower and a Tahoe. Fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. National Forest access and the community pond are just steps away. This can be your beautiful Rocky Mountain Retreat. By appointment.
Accepting backups
$1,600,000
18480 Ponderosa Lane, Buena Vista, CO 81211
8beds
5,990sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
5.05 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$50/mo HOA
What's special
Creek runs year roundMature aspen treesLower patioPrimary suiteSuite style bathroomMassive exterior deckVaulted ceilings
- 304 days
- on Zillow |
- 208 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2025 at 03:42pm
Listed by:
Barbara Pearson-Sawyer,GRI 719-207-3884 barbara@pearson-sawyer.com,
First Colorado Land Office, Inc.
Source: REcolorado,MLS#: 7858136

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Description: Suite
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: With Ensuite Full Bathrooom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Fireplace
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Description: Jetted Bathtub, Separate Shower
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Description: Hallway
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bonus room
- Description: Game Room Exterior Access To Patio
- Level: Basement
Great room
- Description: Main Level Vaulted Ceilings
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchenette In Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Main Level Great Room Vaulted Ceilings
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Laundry
- Description: In Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Media room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Propane, Wood, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Five Piece Bath, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Solid Surface Counters, T&G Ceilings, Tile Counters, Utility Sink, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, Great Room, Living Room, Other, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,990
- Total interior livable area: 5,990 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,379
- Finished area below ground: 2,611
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony, Lighting, Playground, Private Yard, Water Feature
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Spa/Hot Tub, Bath, Heated
- Fencing: Full,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Stream, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 5.05 Acres
- Features: Many Trees
- Residential vegetation: Aspen, Heavily Wooded, Mixed, Natural State, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: R316327100057
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Water - Stream/Spring, Well Allows For
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Water: Cistern, Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: 3 Elk
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pond Seasonal
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $600 annually
- HOA name: 3 Elk Creek
- HOA phone: 000-000-0000
Location
- Region: Buena Vista
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $267/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,802,277
- Annual tax amount: $4,711
- Date on market: 6/26/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Most Furniture, Snow Mobiles, John Deere Tractor And Tahoe Included. Some Personal Furnishings And Personal Property Excluded.
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt
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