Listing #001142271 Cortez, CO 81321 - For Sale

One of a kind!!! This 409 acre refuge, tucked amidst canyon walls and ancient treed meadows, encompasses a private canyon with a creek running thru it! Live privately, comfortably and efficiently, off the grid, and surrounded solely by nature. There are also water rights, delivered by ditch and gated pipe, and a pond. The totally custom 2570 sf green-built rammed hearth house is unique, attractive and modern in every aspect. Professionally architect designed and fitting naturally into the local environment, this home is low maintenance and is absolutely luxurious to live in. Other buildings on the property include the detached 523 sf heated studio and shop, plus a detached carport and a ranch equipment building. Nearby is also the historic (1921), restored Trail Canyon stone homestead, for a glimpse of another era. A total contrast to the off-grid home and studio powered by state-of-the-art, efficient solar electric (with PV batteries) and a solar hot water system (with back up propane) for toasty in-floor heat; delivering self-sufficiency in conjunction with the security of back up systems. Plus of course a woodstove for cozy ambiance. And ...with both phone and internet service... you are still 'well connected' when you want. When you don't want there will be only bright starry nights, no other lights.... yet still only 20 minutes from the nearest town. Property is adjacent to BLM and two other conservation easements. You will think you were at an exotic retreat, far from it all.