Views - Primary on Main
Address
22800 County Road 185 C, Salida, CO
Price
$ 650,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#4472689
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCHAFFEE
- CitySalida
- NeighborhoodMining Claims
- Zip81201
- StyleCottage
- Year Built1975
- Taxes$ 1480
- Price$ 650,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1090
- Lot Size15.95 Acres
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Property Description
WELCOME TO ROCKY MOUNTAIN PARADISE. Secluded & hidden mountain sanctuary on a 15+ acre patented mining claim perched on a beautiful ridge with majestic views, surrounded by San Isabel National Forest. Adorable, recently renovated cottage retreat offers all the comforts of Home Sweet Home. Enjoy 2 inviting & comfy bedrooms; primary bedroom has separate sitting area that opens onto the deck. Cute modern kitchen. Fresh new 3/4 bathroom with vaulted ceiling & skylight. Bright & cheery dining area. Flexible bonus room. Expansive living room area with vaulted ceiling punctuated by a skylight & beautiful wooden beams, highlighted by custom-crafted stone fireplace w/woodstove insert for efficiency during those cozy nights. Dine, relax, work, or nap on the impressive 260 SF screened porch next to the open deck that faces sweeping mountain & valley views. Enjoy the stunning sunsets! So many features throughout this home: Custom-milled Douglas Fir flooring, charming window & wall treatments, 5 wall furnaces, & a seamless flow from the inside to the outdoors. This delightful cottage comes fully furnished & ready for your mountain dreams. Around this property, you will find a 2-car garage that also houses the solar equipment, plenty of flat areas for future needs, a shed intended to be a sauna, being used for storage, & much more. Details for this off-grid property: No HOA or open permits. Power grid: 2018, permitted solar system with 12 panels, 16 L 16 AGM batteries & 6.8 kW inverter. 2024 Roof, Class 3 impact-resistant & gutters. 2022 Septic System, 1000 gal tank. 2018: 30-gallon water heater. Domestic well w/documented 4 gpm pump capacity. 2018: new bathroom. 2019: Attic insulation. 2022 Trex decking. Road easement permitted with USFS. Professional wildfire mitigation; tree removal & erosion control by licensed arborist. Ask about the potential for short-term rental uses. Only 40 minutes to Buena Vista, Hartsel, or Fairplay. 2.5 hours to Denver, 2 hrs to Colorado Springs.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Avery Parsons Elementary School | Buena Vista Middle School | Buena Vista High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Listed $650,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1090 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Wood Stove,Ductless |
| Utilities | Propane |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Refrigerator,Microwave |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio,Deck |
| Architectural Style | Cottage |
| Construction Materials | Frame,Wood Siding,Concrete |
| Exclusions | Seller's personal property |
| Year Built | 1975 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Chaffee |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | Mining Claims |
| Possible Use | Business |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | No cell svc. Take directions with you. From Buena Vista,go south 2.4 miles,go left on 285 for 6.3 miles,go right on CR 307 for 1.6 miles,go right on CR 187 for 5.8 miles,go right on CR 185 for 1. |
| High School | Buena Vista |
| City | Salida |
| High School District | Buena Vista R-31 |
| MLS Area | Out of Area |
| Elementary School | Avery Parsons |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1480 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Buena Vista |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Expected Active Date | 2026-08-21 |
| AttributionContact | BestPlaces2B@gmail.com,719-966-7711 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Cathedral Ceiling(s),Open Floorplan,Sauna |
|---|---|
| Fireplace Features | Insert,Living Room,One |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1090 |
| 3/4 Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Detached |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Wooded,Deciduous Trees,Sloping Lot,Abuts National Forest,Abuts Public Open Space,Outbuildings |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 694782 |
| Lot Size Acres | 15.95 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Other Equipment | Satellite Dish |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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