Estimate anchored to current list price ($725,000) and past sale history (2021 sale at $865k) with downward adjustments for market seasonality and condition; no live comparable sales pull available.
Handcrafted Log Home on 2 Private Acres — Garage + Sunroom
This is an authentic Colorado mountain home with craftsmanship and setting that don’t come along every day. Built with hand-hewn logs and thoughtful details, 18610 Morrison Creek Cir sits on roughly two private acres with trees, ponds nearby, and direct access opportunities to National Forest trails. The main level centers on a living room anchored by a striking hearth and wood stove — a warm gathering point that flows to a passive-solar sunroom designed to extend usable space through the seasons. The kitchen combines character and function: a nostalgic cook stove plus modern conveniences including a built-in oven, gas cooktop, granite counters, and a roomy pantry.
The primary bedroom opens to the back deck and has a nicely tiled three-quarter bath and an adjacent laundry center for everyday ease. A dedicated office on the main level provides a quiet workspace. Upstairs, a handcrafted log staircase leads to two additional bedrooms, a full bath with a classic cast-iron soaking tub, and a bright loft/bonus area that can serve as media, studio, or play space. Practical touches include abundant storage and a large two-car garage with loft space and a climbing wall — perfect for gear and seasonal toys.
Outside, the property’s wraparound decking, secluded yard areas, and forest-edge feel make it easy to step into the outdoors. Two neighborhood ponds and nearby river and trail access create year-round recreational options: fly-fishing, rafting, hiking, mountain biking, and snowshoeing are all practically in your backyard. The house is offered AS-IS; inspection reports and system estimates are available on request.
For buyers seeking a comfortable primary residence, a mountain retreat, or a managed second-home investment (confirm local short-term rental rules), this home balances rustic character with functional updates and substantial garage/storage capacity. Schedule a showing to experience the handcrafted details and acreage privacy in person.
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Comparable sales
A 1983 rustic|mountain contemporary on 2 acres.
Building
Site & utilities
Morrison Creek / Outlying Buena Vista
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Location
18610 Morrison Creek Cir, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Morrison Creek and surrounding parcels west of Buena Vista provide a quiet, wooded mountain neighborhood of larger lots and handcrafted homes. Residents value outdoor access — trailheads, the Arkansas River, and Forest Service land are minutes away — while the town of Buena Vista supplies grocery, dining, and local services. The area draws both full-time mountain residents and buyers seeking a second-home with substantial storage for outdoor gear.
Excellent direct access to trails, river fishing/rafting, and Forest Service lands; strong outdoor recreation options for all seasons.
A factual market snapshot around 18610 Morrison Creek Cir.
Buena Vista and the surrounding Chaffee County area attract buyers focused on outdoor lifestyle, privacy, and relatively more affordable mountain living compared with larger resort towns. Over the past several years the market has stabilized after a high-appreciation period; inventory remains tighter than in nearby urban markets. Homes that offer privacy, usable acreage, and strong storage (like an oversized garage) retain buyer interest. At the listed price of $725,000 this property sits competitively for buyers wanting a turnkey mountain home with character — subject to inspection outcomes. Expect modest negotiating room for inspection-identified repairs; pricing and marketing emphasizing the garage, forest access, and sunroom will reach the most qualified buyers from Front Range and regional second-home pools.
Likely Rural Residential / single-family residential district typical for Morrison Creek subdivision; private well and septic permitted.
Zoning
Research-indicated uses
- Single Family Residential
- Accessory Structures (Sheds, Garages) Subject To County Regulations
- Home Occupation Likely Allowed With County Permit
Assessment data and recorded transactions.
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Sale history
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Key findings
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,496 SF on ~2.0 acres; built 1983
- Current list price: $725,000 (listed 2026-03-11)
- Utilities: well water, septic, electricity connected, propane for heating/cooking
- Property being sold AS-IS; inspection report available on request per listing notes
- Photos and listing note handcrafted log features, wood stove hearth, passive-solar sunroom, and oversized garage
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- Handcrafted log details and log staircase
- Wood-stove on prominent hearth
- Passive-solar sunroom (expands living/dining space)
- Kitchen with built-in oven, gas cooktop, granite counters, pantry
- Primary bedroom deck access and tiled 3/4 bath
- Upstairs loft bonus space and cast-iron soaking tub
Exterior & Lot
- Approximately 2.0 acres with many trees and secluded feel
- Wraparound/back decks for outdoor living
- Two stocked neighborhood ponds nearby; National Forest access close
- Circular gravel driveway with ample off-street parking
Location & Neighborhood
- Buena Vista area — central Chaffee County outdoor hub
- Short drive to Arkansas River access for fishing and rafting
- Local services and dining in Buena Vista and Salida within a short drive
- Community characterized by single-family homes and large-lot parcels
Walkability & Recreation
- Walkability Rating: 25/100
- Easy access to trailheads, river, and public lands
- Nearby recreation score high for hiking, biking, fishing, rafting
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