28444 W Us Hwy 160

Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Serenity Ranch is 250 acres surrounded on 3 sides by San Juan National Forest, making a truly exceptional hunting property and would also be a great equestrian property or cattle ranch. The property combines wooded mountain ridges covered with Tall Ponderosa Pines, Gamble Oak and Aspens and beautiful mountain meadows. There are multiple very private homesites scattered around the ranch, water well and underground electric to multiple sites.Serenity Ranch is 250 acres surrounded on 3 sides by San Juan National Forest and is conveniently located between Durango and Pagosa Springs. The ranch is truly an excellent hunting property that would be hard to match and would also be a superior equestrian property, cattle ranch or family compound. There are multiple very private homesites scattered around the ranch to choose from, or use all three. The property is a mix of lush grassy meadows and ridges covered with tall Ponderosa Pines, Gamble Oak and Aspens. There is well constructed gravel driveway from the entrance that extends most of the way to the back of the ranch and two track trails to get you all around the property. Underground electricity has been ran to 5 locations on the ranch. A water well is already drilled and is reported to be 10GPM. There is a stream along the eastern side of the ranch and there is also several ponds that provide water for livestock and also attract a wide variety of wildlife including deer, elk, bear, turkeys, ducks, geese, fox, bobcats, coyotes, bald eagles and more. This ranch is truly a hunter's paradise with resident elk and deer herds and large numbers of migratory herds moving through the area when temperatures start dropping in the fall. There is a Conservation Easement protecting the lands natural beauty in perpetuity while not being too restrictive, allowing for three large homesite areas. The ranch has historically been used to run cattle, hunting and recreation. Serenity Ranch has incredibly easy access off of the paved highway 160 and is just 15 minutes from Bayfield or 25 minutes to Pagosa Springs. The primary ranch is well off the highway, protected from noise and neighbors giving you great privacy. If you are looking for privacy, beauty, and easy access this could be the property you have been looking for. Wendell Qualls will accompany all showings. Call me today for a qualified showing. Serenity Ranch is bordered on three sides by a vast expanse of national forest. The hunting opportunities are exceptional with large numbers of Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, Black Bear, lions, bobcats, red fox, coyotes and small game on the property and on the adjoining national forest. You can walk out your door and go hiking or horseback riding to your hearts content and in the winter you can snowmobile, cross country ski or snowshoe on the ranch or adjacent national forest. There are two track trails to enjoy on the property as well as those on the adjoining national forest. In addition to those activities on the property, southwest Colorado is truly an outdoor enthusiasts dream. There are many lakes and streams for fishing and boating, hiking, mountain biking, Jeeping, horseback riding, kayaking, river rafting, world class skiing. When you are done with your activities, both Durango and Pagosa Springs have natural hot spring resorts, fantastic dining options, quaint downtown shopping, art galleries and everything you need to enjoy your time here. Regarding water rights: It is unclear. We have entered a summary from analysis done by attorney for a previous purchaser. The Buyer is advised to seek legal advise regarding water rights associated with this property, as well as verification from Division of Water Resources. (the Summary suggests that there is a full right to convey 6 AF in the Friend Reservoir No 1 and non-decreed .5 CFS at a point above the Vance) Access to the ranch is very convenient with Pagosa Springs being just 23 miles away with a G5 airport and the Durango-La Plata County Regional Airport is about 45 minutes away. The Durango-La Plata Regional Airport has daily flights to Denver, Phoenix and Dallas. In addition to Durango and Pagosa Springs being a short drive away, Bayfield is a charming rural community just 15 minutes away and has just about everything to supply your daily needs with a variety of surprisingly good restaurants, large hardware store, grocery store, 3 gas stations w/convenience stores, terrific library, a historic downtown and many local events to enjoy.

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