16988 County Road 363, Buena Vista, CO 81211
What's special
New price and added value on this remarkable property. The Inn Between is a remarkable 3,976-square-foot custom log home on 4.78 private acres at the base of Mt. Yale, surrounded by the Collegiate Peaks and just minutes from Buena Vista. Crafted from premium British Columbia Douglas Fir logs, this beautifully maintained retreat offers exceptional craftsmanship, privacy, spectacular views, and an established short-term rental history with income-producing potential. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase Mt. Princeton from the dramatic two-story great room. The home features four bedrooms, three full baths, a gourmet kitchen and dining area with access to expansive decks, loft flex space, and a lower-level family room. The private primary suite includes a deck, walk-in shower, deep soaking tub, and stunning mountain views. Recent upgrades include granite countertops and a new shingle roof. Heated floors, quality western furnishings, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a private hot tub add comfort and appeal. Additional amenities include a two-car garage, workshop, abundant storage, and a second laundry room, offering flexibility for mountain gear, hobbies, guests, or year-round living. A ½-mile nature trail winds through pinyon and ponderosa pines, with a seasonal stream and opportunities to see elk and mule deer. Enjoy easy access to hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, fishing, climbing, and skiing. The Colorado Trail is within a mile, Cottonwood Pass is minutes away, and Monarch and Ski Cooper are less than an hour’s drive. With its established short-term rental history and income-producing opportunity, The Inn Between is ideal as a primary residence, mountain getaway, or investment property. A rare combination of privacy, income potential, craftsmanship, and breathtaking Colorado mountain views awaits in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley.
- 65 days
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Listing updated:
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Workshop
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Propane, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Suite, Tile Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Stone, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,002
- Total interior livable area: 4,002 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,792
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Off Street Spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 4.78 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
- Residential vegetation: Mixed, Natural State, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: R326911100008
- Zoning: Residential Rural
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Range
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Buena Vista
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $437/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,286,831
- Annual tax amount: $4,720
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,Jumbo
- Exclusions: Some Artwork, Dvds, Xbox, Xbox Games, Snow Blower, Kirby Vacuum, Rug Doctor
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2026 | Price change | $1,750,000-6.7%$437/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5004503 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,875,000+250.5%$469/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5004503 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2014 | Sold | $535,000-5.3%$134/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2013 | Price change | $565,000-5%$141/sqft |
Source: Collegiate Peaks Realty #228352 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2013 | Price change | $595,000-7.3%$149/sqft |
Source: Collegiate Peaks Realty #228352 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2013 | Listed for sale | $642,000-7.2%$160/sqft |
Source: Collegiate Peaks Realty #228352 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2012 | Price change | $692,000-8.5%$173/sqft |
Source: United Country Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2012 | Listed for sale | $756,000$189/sqft |
Source: United Country Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,287 +5.5% | $80,430 -4.3% |
| 2024 | $4,062 +23.8% | $84,000 -4% |
| 2023 | $3,280 -0.7% | $87,520 +42.8% |
| 2022 | $3,303 +20.7% | $61,290 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $2,736 0% | $63,060 +27.5% |
| 2020 | $2,736 +0.9% | $49,460 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $2,712 | $45,840 |
| 2018 | $2,712 +9.7% | $45,840 |
| 2017 | $2,473 -3% | $45,840 -7.8% |
| 2016 | $2,549 +12.1% | $49,720 |
| 2015 | $2,274 | $49,720 +14.8% |
| 2014 | $2,274 +4.6% | $43,310 +1.1% |
| 2012 | $2,174 -42.5% | $42,840 |
| 2011 | $3,778 +64.5% | $42,840 -21.1% |
| 2010 | $2,297 | $54,290 |
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