$928,500

16679 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO 81253

  • 3 beds |
  • 3 baths |
  • 2,338 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 2002
  • Property Lot Size Icon35acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $397/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 2 months ago

Property Description

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.

Listing Status:
Active
Data Last Updated:
April 4, 2026 at 8:23PM
Listing Office:
United Country Wapiti Ranch Realty and Auction LLC : jackie@wapitiranchrealty.com,719-257-9417
Listing Agent:
Jackie Shepherd : 719-257-9417
MLS ID:
2600359
  • Rooms: Loft
  • Appliances: DishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerMicrowaveGas Bar-B-Q
  • Basement: Partially FinishedWalk-Out Access
  • Heating: Wood StoveRadiant
  • Style: Chalet
  • Other Structures: DeckPatio
  • Parking: Attached
  • Roofing: Metal
  • General: BrickMoss RockTri-Level
  • Originating MLS: ires
  • School District: Custer County C-1
  • County: Custer
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Utilities: Electricity AvailablePropane
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Source: ires
  • Exclusions: TractorSnow Blower & Log Splitter

This listing courtesy of Jackie Shepherd , United Country Wapiti Ranch Realty and Auction LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

C

Custer County Elementary School

709 Main St, Westcliffe, CO, 81252

Grades PK-5

15.10 miles away

C

Custer County Middle School

709 Main St, Westcliffe, CO, 81252

Grades 6-8

15.10 miles away

C

Custer County High School

709 Main St, Westcliffe, CO, 81252

Grades 9-12

15.10 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.