21.6 Acres of Land with Home for Sale in Mesa, Colorado

COLORADO COUNTRY HOME WITH ACREAGE

Drive quiet country roads surrounded by 360-degree mountain and valley views to this stunning 3 story home with finished basement. 4,298 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, an office, 31/2 bathrooms, storage sheds, chicken coop, on 21+ acres of cross fenced irrigated pastures, and a pond for water activities. Enjoy the spectacular views of Plateau Valley, Battlement, Sunnyside, Bookcliff and Grand Mesa mountain ranges. Powderhorn Ski Resort is within view and a short drive away. The known landmark, Chalk Mountain looms in the background and offers access to thousands of acres of public ground. A graveled drive leads to the attached oversized 28X30, 2 car garage with concrete pad and basketball setup with plenty of room for extra parking. Walk concrete sidewalks to either side of this home. Covered porch over the main entry with double side leaded windows and door. Step into the foyer with 2 storage closets and access to the 1/2 bath powder room. The well-designed floor plan offers a flow to gracious living in every room. The beautiful color scheme, dark trim accents, ornate light fixtures, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, granite countertops, multiple fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, large windows with blinds for natural light and warmth, tile, oakwood and carpeting flooring, lots of storage, add to the beauty for cozy country living for family, retirement, getaway or entertaining guests. From the foyer, enter the Chef's kitchen with state of the art stainless steel appliances- double door/drawer fridge, gas range with overhead microwave, dishwasher, walnut cabinets, granite counters, prep sink, and breakfast bar with dining area. Sliding glass doors lead to a trex deck overlooking the property with gorgeous mountain and valley views. Spacious adjoining laundry/mud room with deep sink vanity/ counter, closet and storage area. Oversized garage access with concrete flooring, auto door openers, single door to outside with pet door. High vaulted ceilings and large windows in the living area with a floor to ceiling slate rock wood fireplace. French doors offer another access to the deck. Escape to the master bedroom and relax with French doors leading to a private balcony or warm up by the gas fireplace. Soak in the deep soaker tub or in the large lighted walk-in shower with glass doors. Double vanity sinks and decorative mirrors add to the charm. Step up to a landing leading to the upstairs level with 2 bedrooms with alcoves for a sitting area, walk in closets and full bath. Basement level has a split landing leading to the family room, wood fireplace, wet bar, French doors leading to covered flagstone patio. Double closets in bedroom, office, sitting area, storage closets, a wine cellar/shelving/ multipurpose room, and a large maintenance room. Forced air heat, central air conditioning and water softener, well and septic. This property is fully fenced and comes with 22 shares of Vega Reservoir water. Short scenic drive on Highway 65 and 330 to the community of Mesa and the historic western town of Collbran for services and residential needs. The I-70 corridor is close leading to major towns, more Colorado recreation, and an adventure to be found. Wildlife and bird sightings abound. A must-see property in a country setting on the Western Slope of Colorado.

COLORADO WESTERN SLOPE AREA

History is alive in the Plateau Valley with homestead ranches and generational ranching families. Within minutes the community of Mesa offers restaurants, a community center, salon, churches, PO, RV Park with a C-store and cabin rentals, local produce market, fire department, and lots of friendly residents. The nearby historic western town of Collbran offers many services and events throughout the year. Highway 330 is the main throughway with local and tourist traffic. Nearby Collbran is a historical town with some of the original structures founded in 1908. Many of these buildings present an old time western front along with modern building to house the businesses-- a bank, grocery store, post office, restaurants, a fitness center, library, gift shops, motels, auditorium, churches, hardware store, police and fire department, realty office, a weed control service, Forest Service, a feed and supply store, automotive store, schools, medical and emergency clinic, vet services, therapy center and diner that offer additional services for the communities. 4H and FFA and school events are supported with commitment and enthusiasm from everyone. Area activities include Plateau Valley Heritage Days, Cowboy Christmas, many rodeos, and an occasional cattle drive through town and country roads. A short scenic drive to I-70 takes you to Grand Junction with adjoining towns of Palisade, Clifton, Grand Junction, and Fruita that span several miles along I-70 with major shopping, colleges, schools, hospitals, regional airport, and more amenities for residential and business needs. Stop at any one of the museums or visitor centers to learn more about the history and what the region has to offer. The area is known for its mild winters, sunny days, and all year recreation from the high desert to the nearby mountaintops.

COLORADO OUTDOOR RECREATION

The Western Slope of Colorado offers a variety of recreation for all interests and ages. Nearby Highway 65, aka as the scenic byway over Grand Mesa, is the world's largest flattop mountain. With over 300 lakes, Grand Mesa offers fishing and boating, campgrounds, and lodges, hunting districts, hiking, ATV, and biking trails, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. Birdwatching and wildlife viewing provide photographic opportunities for the professional or amateur photographer. Powderhorn Ski Resort offers winter and summer activities. Enjoy all skill levels on the slopes with skiing, snowboarding in the winter and biking, hiking trails in the summer. A lodge, condos, restaurant, and many other attractions add to the resort fun. Travel Highway 330 to Collbran and the Vega State Park. Enjoy over 1800 acres of year-round recreational activities. Camping sites, hiking trails and mountain ranges surround Vega Reservoir offering fishing and boating, or a chance to view and relax along the shore of rippling clear mountain waters behind the Vega dam. Vega Lodge offers cabin rentals, restaurants, and much more. Highway 65 winds through the scenic Plateau Canyon to access I-70 and the high deserts surrounding Grand Junction and adjoining communities known for hiking and biking trails, dinosaur digs, sports events, seasonal festivals, golf courses and country clubs, and farmer's markets. The Colorado National Monument is a landmark with a rimrock drive to explore rock formations, wildlife, horticulture, and bird watching. Orchards and farm grounds spread across the valley with adjoining towns of Palisade, Fruita, Clifton, Orchard Mesa, and Fruitvale. Cowboy and early settler history abound with tales and true experiences whether in the mind or fact abound on the Western Slope of Colorado.