616 Peaceful Valley Lane, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 - Clear Creek County

Welcome to Mount Evans Ranch located in Clear Creek County, Colorado. The 131 acres sits at the base of Mount Evans and Echo Lake, 20 minutes outside of Idaho Springs and 1 hour from Denver. Tucked into the dark timber of the Rocky Mountains, this place is picturesque Colorado. Aspen groves, a trout filled pond and a charming mountain home make for a unique and peaceful retreat.

Improvements – Perched directly above the pond, the property offers a 4 bed main home, carriage house for guests, an enclosed pool area, and 2 outbuildings. The main home has recently been updated and features gorgeous wood floors, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, a finished basement, and beautiful views of your own private pond. Attached through a breezeway is the oversized pool house which can be used for a wide variety of activities. The breezeway also leads to an attractive deck, perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying your morning cup of coffee. Closest to the pond, the carriage house offers additional room for guests to stay and would make a great VRBO/ Airbnb. Included in the sale is a backhoe for working around the property.

Location – Located less than an hour from Denver, this place has quick and easy Highway access. The property is also located not far from some of Colorado's finest ski locations. Echo mountain is just minutes down the road and Loveland Ski Area, A Basin, Winter Park, and Keystone are all less than an hour away. Come summertime this area is filled with outdoor activities including; camping, downhill biking, white water rafting, and hiking Mt Evans, which is Colorado's tallest Mountain.

Land & Water – Perhaps the focal point of the property, the man made pond has plenty of healthy trout that are a blast to catch. In addition to fishing, the pond also attracts a ton of local wildlife including elk, moose, turkey and deer. Hunting is very good on the property as well as the adjacent National Forest. The ranch is located in GMU 39 which offers great opportunities for elk and deer. With elevations ranging around 10,000 feet, this is a true high mountain getaway. The aspen groves are healthy and the spruces are thick! Multiple creeks can be seen as you hike around and enjoy the property.

Come see all this high mountain property has to offer, Call Zack Wiese or Ryan Crete for your own private showing.