Cool Spring

Farm Description

This property has a 3 Bedroom Farmhouse on 5.9 acres with no covenants. Conveniently located 12 minutes from Bayfield and just 5 minutes from Vallecito Lake. Beautiful views across the Pine River Valley with soothing river sounds from your porch in the evenings.

Improvements

The property has an old storage shed in the back yard, a root cellar, detached 2-car garage and a large AG building for good dry storage.

Recreation

The property is about two miles downstream from Vallecito Lake. Vallecito Lake offers great Trout fishing as well as a number of other varieties of fish to keep things exciting. The lake provides a gorgeous setting for recreational boating as well as fishing. You are just minutes away from National Forest access which provides trails to ride Atv's, hike, mountain bike, horseback riding, hunting, fishing and plenty of trails to roam and explore your days away.

The mountain town of Durango, with it's quaint historic downtown shopping district, is just a beautiful 30 minute drive away and families will find endless opportunities for outdoor adventure and small-town fun. Ride the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad through breathtaking mountain scenery, or explore miles of hiking and biking trails along the beautiful Animas River Trail. Spend sunny afternoons rafting or fishing on the Animas River, visit local parks and playgrounds, or enjoy picnics with stunning views. In winter, nearby Purgatory Resort offers skiing, tubing, and snow adventures, making Durango a year-round playground for families seeking fresh mountain air and unforgettable memories together.

Region & Climate

Vallecito Lake, Colorado sits at about 8,000 feet in the San Juan Mountains and features a cool mountain climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are mild and comfortable, with daytime temperatures typically in the 70s and low 80s and cool evenings dropping into the 50s. Winters are cold and snowy, with daytime temperatures often in the 30s and 40s and nighttime lows frequently dipping into the teens. Snowfall is common from late fall through early spring, and the lake often freezes in winter. The area receives moderate precipitation throughout the year, with summer monsoon showers and winter snow contributing to its lush forests and scenic alpine surroundings.

Location

The property is just a few minutes from convenience stores and restaurants at Vallecito Lake. You are 15 minutes to Bayfield and only 30 minutes to Durango. Durango-La Plata County Airport is about 40 minutes away and has daily flights to Dallas, Denver and Phoenix and during the summer months, daily flights to Houston.