$725,000
3 Bed · 2 Bath · 2,496 Sq Ft
Rustic character, passive-solar sunroom, oversized garage — steps from Forest Service access.
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,496
Sq Ft
1983
Built
2.00 acres
Lot
Oversized 2-car garage with loft storage and climbing wall
Garage
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.
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.
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.
Buena Vista Elementary School
Elementary · 4–7 mi
Buena Vista Middle School
Middle · 4–7 mi
Buena Vista High School
High · 4–8 mi
Excellent direct access to trails, river fishing/rafting, and Forest Service lands; strong outdoor recreation options for all seasons.
Acquire a character-rich mountain home on a private 2-acre lot priced below its 2021 sale level; perform targeted updates/repairs to restore full market value and either occupy, list at market, or operate as a managed short-term rental depending on local permitting.
Buyers should conduct independent due diligence before making any purchase decisions.
Low
$675K
Midpoint
$725K
High
$775K
$290/SF estimated price per square foot
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.
As of 2026-03-14
This is a computer-generated estimate for informational purposes only and is not an appraisal or professional valuation.
Chaffee County has seen steady in-migration over the last decade from Front Range buyers seeking mountain recreation and remote-work lifestyles; seasonal fluctuations common.
Property is well-situated for outdoor recreation — river access, hiking and mountain biking trails, fly-fishing, and direct access to Forest Service land. Local services and restaurants are in Buena Vista and nearby Salida.
Market data is based on aggregated public records and may not reflect real-time conditions.
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