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Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Wetmore, Colorado

16679 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO 81253

$949,550
35 acres
Active
ago
Est $4,843/mo

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.

2,338
Sq feet
3
Beds
2
3/4 baths
1
1/2 bath
2002
Built

Location

Street address
16679 Highway 96
Elevation
8,345 feet
Coordinates
38.1695, -105.1879

Property details

Acreage
35 acres
MLS #
RGAR 8311400
Posted

Property taxes

2025
$3,460

Parcels

  • 0010133557

Legal description

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

CategoryTypeStatus
GasPropaneConnected

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Mar 9, 2026New listing$949,550RGAR
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This 35-acre property is located at 16679 Highway 96 in Wetmore, CO 81253. The property is available for sale for $949,550. It has a 2,338 sq ft 3 bedroom house built in 2002.

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