Land with Home for Sale in Idaho Springs, Colorado
76 Wheel Haven Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
Stunning 5-Acre Mountain Retreat Near Idaho Springs
Just one mile from historic downtown Idaho Springs, this breathtaking 5-acre property offers peace, privacy, and the true Colorado mountain lifestyle. Surrounded by hundreds of acres of National Forest, it’s the perfect basecamp for outdoor adventure.
Currently operated as a successful short-term rental, the home offers flexible living with a private lower-level guest suite complete with its own refrigerator and microwave. The main level features a bright, open, and vaulted floor plan centered around a cozy gas fireplace. The spacious kitchen provides generous counter space, a large island for entertaining, and flows effortlessly into the dining area and expansive deck—perfect for morning coffee or sunset gatherings.
The private primary suite includes vaulted ceilings, outdoor access, and an ensuite bath with a large walk-in shower and corner soaking tub. Enjoy the convenience of city water and sewer, rare for a mountain home, along with an oversized two-car garage for vehicles, toys, and gear.
All about the Colorado lifestyle, this home is minutes to charming shops, restaurants, breweries, and endless recreation—from skiing, rafting, and hiking to ziplining and mountain biking. Only 25 minutes to skiing, 30 minutes to the Denver Metro area, and within 90 minutes of several world-class resorts.
A short-term rental permit adds exceptional versatility and investment potential. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—schedule your private tour today!
- Listed by Adrienne Herzog, (303) 597-8720, LPT Realty
Location
- Street address
- 76 Wheel Haven Rd
- County
- Clear Creek County
- Community
- McDonald
- School district
- Clear Creek RE-1
- Elevation
- 7,941 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 4.9 acres
- Zoning
- MR-1
- MLS #
- REcolorado 2159974
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2024
- $3,031
Parcels
- 1961-023-02-001
Legal description
SUBDIVISION: MCDONALD DIVISION -2004 AMENDMENT PARCEL C 256/234 POA 463/386 574/913 574/914 574/916 BNDRY AGREE 574/924 DIV SURV #192012 573/943 AMD PLAT #196695 586/560 LETS 652/871 - INFOR PROBATE 668/61 - COV & ESMTS 709/865 - MCDONALD DIV 2004 AM DMT PCL C # - 231039 - 720/271
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing/DOD
Lot
- View
- Mountain(s)
- Features
- Foothills, Many Trees, Mountainous, Rolling Slope, Sloped
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 7
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Garage
- Attached
- Outdoor Spaces
- Deck
- Features
- Balcony, Private Yard
Structure
- Type
- House
- Style
- Contemporary, Mountain Contemporary
- Levels
- Two
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Materials
- Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
Interior
- Above Grade
- 1,512 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 868 sq ft
- Rooms
- Bathroom Full x 3, Bedroom x 4
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate
- Fireplace Count
- 1
- Fireplaces
- Gas, Living Room
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry
- In Unit
- Furnished
- Furnished
- Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-In Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Grid | Connected |
| Sewage | Sewer | Connected |
| Water | Public | Available |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Carlson | Elementary | Clear Creek RE-1 |
| Clear Creek | Middle | Clear Creek RE-1 |
| Clear Creek | High | Clear Creek RE-1 |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2026 | New listing | $799,500 | — | REcolorado |
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