Rare forest-adjacent ranch offering 44± acres, private water features and a thoughtfully updated mountain home. Constructed of local stone and timber, the 4,162 sf main residence (built 1986) presents multiple living spaces — a main-level living room and den with a fireplace, an office, formal dining, and a kitchen with granite counters. A continuous wrap-around deck frames sweeping views of rock outcroppings, meadows and two on-site ponds fed by Bear Creek, creating year-round wildlife and a quiet sense of place.
The upper level houses the primary suite with en-suite bath plus two additional bedrooms and a full bath. Downstairs, a basement with a separate entrance includes a full kitchen, living area, bedroom and bath — ideal for an income unit, caretaker or multi-generational living. Practical upgrades include new windows and sliding doors, a new roof on the home, a new furnace, tankless water heater, Starlink internet and a 20 kW generator. Utilities are rural but robust: spring-fed cistern/well water, septic system, electricity connected and a 1,000-gallon propane tank for heating and appliances.
For the equestrian or farm-minded buyer, the large 4-stall barn has been refurbished with a new roof, electrical service, interior water, a tack room, work area and a high loft capable of storing approximately 200 bales of hay. Pastureland and fenced areas provide turnout and grazing potential. Two ponds and Bear Creek across the property add to both the aesthetic and functional value of the land.
Access is via County Highway 67 with a long circular gravel drive, multiple surface parking areas and equipment storage spots. The property borders Pike National Forest, offering immediate access to trails and public lands while remaining within a reasonable drive of Castle Rock and the Denver metro area. This is a turnkey ranch opportunity for buyers seeking privacy, horse facilities, water features and a mountain-ranch lifestyle without sacrificing essential modern systems.