Red Mountain Ranch is a gorgeous custom vacation home located on the Middle Fork of the South Platte River. There is gold medal fishing on the Middle Fork of the Platte River just a couple of miles from the home.
The home has 4 large bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The luxurious master suite has double doors that open into a beautiful master bath with an over sized jetted Jacuzzi tub, a second set of French doors open to the back patio and a third set of doors open to a sitting area with a gas fireplace, dining area, and cozy reading nook. This area is separate from the main living area and also opens to the back patio. The state of the art kitchen has custom cabinets, a large island and a corner desk. It was just remodeled in June of 2019 with gorgeous marble counter tops and new paint throughout the home. The large living area has a big TV and comfy sofas to watch your favorite movie or to just sit and watch the snow. The views are some of the best in Colorado. You will have unobstructed view of the white-capped Continental Divide to the West and the Collegiate Peaks to the South. The home has beautiful new Oak hardwood flooring throughout.
The home is nestled in spruce and pine groves. Nearby rock outcroppings add to the beauty of the setting. The 5 acre lot offers lots of room to explore. There is a children's area in the back with swings and slides. For the adults, there is a Wind River Hot tub. It is on the front deck where you will have fabulous mountain views of the Continental Divide. It is great for a long day after hiking or skiing.
The master bedroom has a king size bed. The second bedroom has a queen size bed with a bath next door. The third bedroom has a queen size bed with a private full size bath. The fourth bedroom has bunk beds with a queen on the bottom and a twin on the top. The bath is across the hall. There is also a half bath in the laundry room by the door to the hot tub.
The home is located in the new National Historical Park which is one of four in the nation. The rich history of the mining district and railroads provide an interesting setting to explore. South Park City is a recreation of the old mining days and has a museum complete with an entire ghost town to explore. Fairplay is about 10 miles away. Boreas Pass, Guanella Pass, Mosquito Pass, and Weston Pass are but a few of the many areas you will want to explore - especially in the Fall as this area is known for it's magnificent Fall foliage. You can take Mosquito Pass right into Leadville and explore dozens of old mines there. Breckenridge with world class skiing and shopping is less than an hour away, roughly 30 miles. Buena Vista with its famous rafting and ATV trails is 40 miles away. Colorado Springs is about 75 miles away. The home is located on Highway 9 south of Fairplay. You will enjoy the flexibility of being able to explore all of the exciting areas in the heart of the Rockies by being in the center of all the activities. You will be able to enjoy a luxurious home but also the seclusion and beauty that only a true mountain setting can offer.
DISCLOSURES
* This home is located in the Central Rockies at approx 9,613 ft. elevation. Please be advised that elevation and weather should be considered when deciding if this location is appropriate.
* Guests are required to have a four-wheel drive vehicle with adequate snow tires or chains during the winter months from November through May. The area is subject to frequent unpredictable and adverse weather conditions which can make travel difficult.
* This home is located in a rural high alpine mountain environment where wildlife, insects and rodents may be encountered. The home is also equipped with a well water system and may have variability in taste, smell or mineral content based on time of year and usage.
* Guests will be required to sign a vacation rental agreement after booking.
* This home is pet friendly. We charge a $50 fee for each pet, and all pets must be approved. This fee is not included in the quoted rate, and will be charged after the booking is confirmed or the day of arrival on the reservation.
* Outdoor security camera(s) are in use at this property, and may be used to verify guest occupancy. Security camera(s) are solely for visual (no audio) monitoring outside the property and are not present inside the property.
