Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Wetmore, Colorado
16679 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO 81253
Discover a rare mountain retreat in Wetmore, Colorado, where privacy and natural beauty span 35 secluded acres. This two-story mountain-style home offers 2,338 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, blending rustic charm with modern comfort. Built in 2002, the home features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, ideal for everyday living or entertaining.
The primary suite opens to an elevated wrap-around deck with sweeping views of the Wet Mountains. Inside, a wood-burning stove anchors the living room, creating a warm, inviting cabin feel perfect for quiet evenings or hosting guests.
The partially fenced, forested acreage offers endless outdoor enjoyment, from relaxing on the covered patio to exploring your private shooting range and orchard. Nearby BLM land provides excellent hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing amid dramatic canyons and rock outcroppings. Additional features include a detached heated entertainment building with electricity and plumbing, plus a renovated playhouse for storage, hobbies, or family fun.
Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home includes an island kitchen with high-performance appliances, radiant in-floor heating, solar power, and a 17KW backup generator. Located just minutes from Westcliffe, you’ll enjoy convenient access to medical services, a regional airport, and year-round recreation, with the Great Sand Dunes and Arkansas River close by.
- Listed by Jackie Shepherd, (214) 577-5421, United Country Wapiti Ranch Realty & Auction
Location
- Street address
- 16679 Highway 96
- County
- Custer County
- School district
- Custer County C-1
- Elevation
- 8,351 feet
Directions
From Westcliffe head east on Hwy 96 for 16 miles to Mackenzie Junction. The Property is the 2nd driveway on the left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 35 acres
- MLS #
- REcolorado 2600359
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $3,460
Parcels
- 0010133557
Legal description
TRACT IN LOT 4 & THE SW4NW4 SEC 2-22-70 CONT 35.00 AC M/L
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing/DOD
Lot
- Well Permits
- 230909
- Features
- Borders National Forest, Corner Lot, Fire Mitigation, Mountainous
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Asphalt, Concrete
- Garage
- Attached
- Fencing
- Partial
- Outdoor Spaces
- Covered, Deck, Patio
- Features
- Gas Grill
Structure
- Type
- House
- Style
- Chalet
- Levels
- Tri-Level
- Basement
- Exterior Entry, Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Radiant Floor, Wood Stove
- Materials
- Brick, Rock
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Above Grade
- 1,903 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 435 sq ft
- Rooms
- Bathroom Half, Bathroom Three Quarter x 2, Bedroom x 3, Kitchen, Living Room, Loft
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Security
- Security System
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Grid | Connected |
| Sewage | Septic System | Connected |
| Water | Private Well | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Custer County | Elementary | Custer County C-1 |
| Custer County | Middle | Custer County C-1 |
| Custer County | High | Custer County C-1 |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Under contract | $923,500 | — | RGAR |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Price drop | $923,500 | $5,000 -0.5% | RGAR |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Price drop | $928,500 | $21,050 -2.2% | RGAR |
| Mar 9, 2026 | New listing | $949,550 | — | RGAR |
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