
Land with Home for Sale in Buena Vista, Colorado
18480 Ponderosa, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Waterfront Rocky Mountain Rendezvous! This beautiful "Mountain Retreat" with a 5990 square foot home sits on a stunning 5.05 acre site with 400 feet of Three Elk Creek running the length of the property with 3 bridges that cross over to the other side of the property. This creek runs year round across the entire backside of the home with most living spaces, bedrooms, decks and lower patio enjoying the views and sounds of Three Elk creek. The land is covered with mature Aspen trees and Pines can be viewed overlooking the creek and across to the charming small guest cabin. There is an entry gate on to the property with 3 acres fenced in a heavily wooded pine forest. Drive up to the mountain home which features a large great room with vaulted ceilings, open remodeled kitchen and large rock fireplace. Walk on to the massive exterior deck to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the creek or sit in the spa/hot tub for an evening soak. This home boasts 8 bedrooms/5 bathrooms/5 fireplaces including a primary suite with a suite style bathroom, soaking jetted tub, large walk in closet, laundry, kitchenette and a private sitting area with a fireplace. Downstairs features a bonus room with a fireplace for gatherings for games or a quiet spot to read a book. Lower access outside to a private patio. Attached 2 car and one car garages. Small cabin and play house are located on the property with plenty of outdoor space to explore. This property comes ready for all activities Colorado Mountain living has to offer with snowmobiles, raft with paddles, life jackets, John Deere tractor, snow blower and a Tahoe. Fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. National Forest access and the community pond are just steps away. This can be your beautiful Rocky Mountain Retreat. Shown by appointment.
Location
- Street address
- 18480 Ponderosa
- County
- Chaffee County
- Community
- Elk
- School district
- Buena Vista R-31
- Elevation
- 8,800 feet
Directions
From Buena Vista north to CR 384 left. Right on 361 north and follow around to left on CR 368. Go past first entrance to 3 Elk to 2nd left entrance to 3 Elk Subdivision. At stop, turn left. First property on the right.
Property details
- Acreage
- 5.05 acres
- Access
- Private road
- MLS #
- REcolorado 7007499
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $4,711
Expenses
- Homeowner Association Fee
- $600 annually
Parcels
- R316327100057
Legal description
LOT 17 THREE ELK CAMP SUB REC 445340
Resources
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Possession
- Closing/DOD
Income
- Rentals Allowed
- Long Term
Community
- Association
- 3 Elk Creek
- Amenities
- Pond Seasonal
- Fee Includes
- Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
Lot
- Vegetation
- Aspen, Heavily Wooded, Mixed, Natural State, Pine, Wooded
- Road Frontage
- Private Road
- Road Surface
- Dirt
- Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- Waterfront
- Stream, Waterfront
- Well Type
- Private
- Well Usage
- Household w/ Irrigation
- Well Permits
- 40789-A
- Features
- Many Trees, Secluded
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- Parking
- Circular Driveway, Exterior Access Door, Oversized
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Garage
- Attached
- Carport Spaces
- 1
- Fencing
- Partial
- Horses Allowed
- Yes
- Hot Tub
- Bath
- Outdoor Spaces
- Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
- Features
- Balcony, Lighting, Playground, Private Yard, Spa/Hot Tub, Water Feature
Structure
- Type
- House
- Style
- Mountain Contemporary
- Levels
- Multi/Split
- Basement
- Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
- Water
- Cistern, Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Propane, Wood, Wood Stove
- Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof
- Metal
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
Interior
- Above Grade
- 3,379 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 2,611 sq ft
- Rooms
- Bathroom Full x 6, Bedroom x 6, Bonus Room, Great Room, Kitchen x 2, Laundry x 2, Media Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Fireplace Count
- 5
- Fireplaces
- Gas Log, Great Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Furnished
- Furnished
- Features
- Built-In Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-In Kitchen, Five Piece Bath, Granite Counters, Hot Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, T&G Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Grid | Connected |
| Sewage | Septic System | Connected |
| Water | Private Well | Connected |
| Water | Cistern | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Avery Parsons | Elementary | Buena Vista R-31 |
| Buena Vista | Middle | Buena Vista R-31 |
| Buena Vista | High | Buena Vista R-31 |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2026 | New listing | $1,300,000 | — | ROCC |






























