Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Salida, Colorado
13600 County Road 251, Salida, CO 81201
If you are craving solitude, adventure, and unspoiled wilderness - “The Mountain House” delivers. Nestled at the end of the road with National Forest on TWO sides. This 40 acre off-grid sanctuary offers direct access to thousands of acres of public land for hunting, hiking (you will be just 5 miles East of the Colorado Trail), backpacking, or simply disappearing into nature. Inside, a stunning 14.5’ south-facing wall of windows floods the Great Room with sunlight and frames the sweeping views - bringing the outdoors in while you stay cozy beside the wood-burning stove. Used as a family retreat, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and unplugging. The expansive Great Room easily accommodates multiple dining tables, couches, and a dedicated game area - ideal for gathering after a day on the trail or in the field. The spacious kitchen features a center island, walk-in pantry, and convenient access to the back door for outdoor grilling. Enjoy that meal outdoors on the patio, where Continental Divide views will steal the show. Completely off-grid, the home is powered by solar and propane, with a metal roof and stucco exterior. Whether you are hunting elk, hiking ridgelines, or stargazing, this is a place where the world truly feels far away (yet you are only 13 miles from Salida!). The Mountain House is not just a home - it is a launchpad for adventure, and a haven for those who prefer nature as their neighbor. Well allows for an additional home, 1 acre lawn/garden, and domestic animals. Contact info for off grid property mortgage brokers available. Home is located along a private road in which you must be accompanied by a broker (sorry, no drive bys). Note: This is one of 3 adjacent properties being offered for sale, giving you an opportunity to purchase 120 acres with a total of 3 homes if desired. Watch the video for this property at book.emeraldrealestatemedia.com/13600-County-Road-251
- Listed by Cathy Chochon, (719) 539-6682, Full Circle Real Estate Group
Location
- Street address
- 13600 County Road 251
- County
- Chaffee County
- Zip code
- 81201
- School district
- Salida R-32
- Elevation
- 8,874 feet
Directions
No unaccompanied drive bys. Buyers Agents have access to Driving Directions through MLS supplements.
Property details
- Acreage
- 40 acres
- Zoning
- AR - Agriculture/Ranching
- Access
- Private road
- MLS #
- REcolorado 2542459
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $2,357
Parcels
- 368512200005
Resources
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Ownership
- Corporation/Trust
- Terms
- 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional
- Exclusions
- Seller's Personal Property.
- Possession
- Closing/DOD
Income
- Rentals Allowed
- Long Term, Short Term Lease
Lot
- Vegetation
- Natural State, Wooded
- Road Frontage
- Private Road
- Road Surface
- Dirt
- Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- Exposure
- South
- View
- Mountain(s)
- Well Type
- Operational, Private
- Well Usage
- Domestic
- Well Permits
- 194204
- Features
- Borders National Forest, Sloped
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 8
- Parking
- Unpaved
- Horses Allowed
- Yes
- Equestrian
- Well Allows For
- Outdoor Spaces
- Patio
Structure
- Type
- House
- Style
- Mountain Contemporary
- Levels
- One
- Electric
- 110 V
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Active Solar, Passive Solar, Radiant Floor, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- None
- Materials
- Block
- Roof
- Metal
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
- Foundation
- Slab
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Bedroom x 2, Game Room, Great Room, Kitchen
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Fireplace Count
- 1
- Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry
- In Unit
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Furnished
- Negotiable
- Features
- No Stairs, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sewage | Septic System | Connected |
| Water | Private Well | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Longfellow | Elementary | Salida R-32 |
| Salida | Middle | Salida R-32 |
| Salida | High | Salida R-32 |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 11, 2026 | Price drop | $820,000 | $52,000 -6% | REcolorado |
| Apr 19, 2026 | New listing | $872,000 | — | REcolorado |
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