
Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Wetmore, Colorado
16679 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO 81253
Discover a rare mountain retreat in Wetmore, Colorado, offering privacy, beauty, and functionality on 35 secluded acres. This two-story mountain-style home features 2,338 square feet of well-designed living space, blending rustic charm with modern comfort. Built in 2002, the home includes 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The primary suite opens to an elevated wrap-around deck with sweeping views of the Wet Mountains. Inside, cozy cabin charm shines with a wood-burning stove in the living room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere year-round. Whether hosting guests or enjoying quiet evenings, this home offers a peaceful Colorado mountain lifestyle. The partially fenced, forested acreage provides endless outdoor enjoyment with a covered patio, private shooting range, orchard, and nearby BLM land ideal for hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing. Dramatic canyons, cliffs, and rock outcroppings surround the property. Additional features include a detached heated entertainment building with electricity and plumbing, plus a renovated playhouse for storage, hobbies, or family fun. Designed for self-sufficient living, the property includes an island kitchen with high-performance appliances, radiant in-floor heating, solar power, and a 17KW backup generator. Just minutes from Westcliffe, enjoy access to medical services, a regional airport, and year-round recreation, with the Great Sand Dunes and Arkansas River nearby-offering the best of Southern Colorado living.
Location
- Street address
- 16679 Highway 96
- County
- Custer County
- Elevation
- 8,345 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 35 acres
- MLS #
- RGAR 8311400
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $3,460
Parcels
- 0010133557
Legal description
TRACT IN LOT 4 & THE SW4NW4 SEC 2-22-70 CONT 35.00AC
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- 360-Degree View, Borders Natl Forest, Mountain View, Trees/ Woods, View of Rock Formations
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Pool
- Deck
Structure
- Water
- Well
- Heating
- Radiant, Wood
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 3, Family Room
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
- Fireplaces
- Yes
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 2026 | New listing | $949,550 | — | RGAR |






























