25745 Rd H, Cortez, CO 81321

Property Description

Experience privacy on this 19.85-acre estate that borders McElmo Creek yet is a short drive to town. This property is a comprehensive homestead offering a 2-story log residence with a finished basement and extensive self-sustaining infrastructure, including grid-tied solar, geodesic greenhouses, and commercial-grade amenities for heavy equipment as well as a large fully insulated workshop with an upstairs unfinished apartment. It is a rare combination of residential comfort, homesteading, and functional industrial utility. This 2,860 sq ft residence features robust log construction. The main living area is defined by vaulted ceilings and handcrafted carved beams, leading into a sunroom that captures passive light. The layout offers a finished basement used as a 4th bedroom & media room with a walk-in pantry. There are two main-floor bedrooms, and a private upstairs primary bedroom complete with a walk-in closet and full bath. The home has been refreshed with new wood flooring installed in 2023, upgraded interior lighting, a new hot tub in 2024, and new rain gutters added in 2022. All kitchen appliances (new in 2023) and the washer/dryer are included. The terrain provides both beauty and function, highlighted by a natural waterfall where McElmo Creek borders the property. There are sidewalks surrounding the yard that lead to two custom covered decks and one pergola for outdoor enjoyment of the spectacular views, dining, or parties. The Shop & Infrastructure are Purpose-built for heavy equipment, the 40x60ft insulated shop with 220 electric features two oversized overhead doors, a dedicated workshop area, and a large heated upstairs room. Supplemental storage includes a 30x70ft loafing shed (enclosed on 3 sides) and unique underground hillside storage. For cultivation, the grounds are equipped with two 33ft climate-controlled geodesic dome greenhouses (one featuring an airlock entrance), many raised garden beds including raspberries, four rare apple trees and a large chicken house. The property includes 1,500' of custom welded metal/wood privacy fencing with gates. In addition, there is a large area with a shooting shack for target practice up to 100 yards.